Assistant Zoning Administrator - Gloucester County, VA : Job Details

Salary: Depends on QualificationsLocation : Gloucester, VAJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 10232024-01Department: PLANNING and ZONINGOpening Date: 10/23/2024DescriptionHiring Salary: $61,380 Depending of QualificationsHIRING NOW! Assistant Zoning AdministratorUnder general supervision, the Assistant Zoning Administrator performs supervisory and advanced technical administrative work for the Planning and Zoning Department. Employee must exercise independent judgment and initiative in ensuring compliance with zoning ordinance and other land use ordinances and permits. Employee must exercise considerable tact and courtesy in frequent contact with public. Reports to the Director of Planning & Zoning. Job Highlights

• Assists the Zoning Administrator in the daily implementation and enforcement of the Zoning Ordinance and overall zoning operations of the department.
• Provides recommendations and interpretations of Zoning Ordinance and other codes for consideration in application review and potential code amendments.
• Supervises and directs the activities of assigned staff; participates in employee selection, evaluation, and disciplinary actions.
• Provides first line source of information relating to county development regulations and associated issues.
• Reviews various permit applications with respect to zoning compliance.
• Performs investigations, reviews case histories and prosecutes zoning violations.
• Provides technical assistance and explanation of complex information to citizens, builders, developers, architects and engineers.
• Answers routine correspondence; composes and types material, minutes, memos, lists, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

For a complete Job Description: Assistant Zoning Administrator Qualifications

• Possession of an Associate's degree, supplemented by college course work in paralegal studies, criminal justice administration, planning or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in local government zoning, inspections, compliance or management, with a minimum three (3) of supervisory experience.
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver's license; possess and maintain a driving record that meets established Gloucester County Driving Standards.
• Possession of Certified Zoning Administrator (CZA) designation from the Virginia Association of Zoning Officials (VAZO), or obtain within 18 months of employment.

To be considered for this position, your online application must include your resume and three (3) professional references.Professional references are individuals who can attest to your job related knowledge, skills and abilities while working or in a volunteer capacity and are not family or personally related. Professional references should include job title, company name and address, phone numbers and email address if available.Gloucester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free WorkplaceGloucester County Government offers an excellent benefit package that includes health care coverage, leave program and retirement benefits for all regular full-time employees. Gloucester County participates in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) which requires a 5% mandatory contribution by employees.Visit our for additional information:01 What is your current highest level of education completed?

• I do not have a High School diploma or GED
• HS Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher

02 If post secondary education is obtained, what field of study is your degree? In no post secondary education was obtained, please enter N/A as your response. 03 Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

04 Describe your experience working directly with the public or in a customer-service oriented position. Be sure to indicate which employer the experience is related. If none, enter N/A as your response 05 From the choices below, select the one that best describes your professional experience in local government zoning, inspections, compliance and management.

• Less than 1 year
• One to two years
• Three to four years
• Five or more years
• None

06 Describe the key qualities needed for this position. 07 What skills do you possess that can be immediately put to use on the job. 08 Describe any supervisory positions you have held and your responsibilities. 09 Please feel free to share any additional information that would be helpful in evaluating your qualifications. If none enter N/A as your response. Required Question