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The
Zoning Administrator is responsible for administering and enforcing the Zoning Ordinance. This includes serving as the liaison for the Zoning Board of Appeals; reviewing site plans, development permits, and annual licenses; attending site plan meetings, as necessary; enforcement of use violations, including those which may include legal actions when compliance is not achieved; field inspections, and direct contact with the community regarding zoning questions and concerns.

• Zoning Complaint Inspections & Enforcement of Use Violations
  
• Site Plan Reviewer for Planning/Zoning Elements & Site Plan Meetings
  
• License Reviews and Inspections (such as recycling & cannabis)
  
• Building & Development Permit Reviews
  
• General Zoning Inquiries
  
• ZBA Liaison
  

Examples of Duties

• Inspects buildings and property use to ensure compliance with Zoning Ordinance regulations
• Reviews Permits, including Building Permits, Sign Permits, Driveway Permits, Temporary Use Permits, Rental Registration Permits, and related permits for zoning compliance and conducts field inspections as necessary
• Reviews site plans for zoning compliance, attends some pre-site plan and site plan review, working with the Planner
• Advises applicants on appeals and variance requests and works as the liaison with the Zoning Board of Appeals
• Investigates complaints and alleged use violations of the Zoning Ordinance; issues orders for zoning use violations and follows up with the City Attorney's Office on prosecution when orders are not complied with
• Research property records and prepares Zoning Compliance Letters & Reports
• Provides assistance and information to the community and staff regarding the Zoning Ordinance

Essential Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of zoning concepts and terminology, including the legal basis for zoning in Michigan.
• Ability to understand and review site plans and building drawings.
• Critical thinking skills to review tasks, applications, and processes on a regular basis for improving work flow.
• Ability to investigate potential zoning violations and follow through as required with property owners, other City staff, and the City Attorney’s office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to assist residents and developers alike to understand the often-complicated zoning terminology and concepts.
• Experience presenting to and/or supporting a board or committee, ideally related to building, planning/zoning, or development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with City staff in both Community Planning and Economic Development (CPED), but in other City Departments.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks throughout the workday and week, and ability to prioritize work in order to best manage workflow.
• Familiarity with Geographic Information Services (GIS), database tools, and Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to walk through development sites and buildings, including climbing up and down and/or stoop and crawl.

Acceptable Training and Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience related to planning and zoning code administration and enforcement. Experience related to building construction and inspection is preferred.
• Degree, completed course work, and/or certifications related to planning and zoning are strongly advantageous.

The City of Kalamazoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse, equitable, inclusive employer by creating an environment where different perspectives and experiences are welcomed and encouraged. This approach will give each current and potential employee the opportunity to learn, grow and contribute to the City of Kalamazoo.

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