Description
Deputy Zoning Manager
City Planning is looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Deputy Zoning Administrator to support the leadership and daily operations of the Zoning Division.
This position plays a key role in assisting in managing staff, advancing strategic rezonings, and ensuring development projects comply with zoning regulations and other city ordinances.
Ideal candidates will bring a background in urban planning, urban design, or architecture, along with strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
The role involves reviewing complex site plans and legal documents, collaborating across departments, supporting legislative zoning efforts, and helping educate both staff and the public on zoning policies and procedures.
Examples of Duties
Under administrative direction, prepares and supervises the preparation of planning studies, development analyses, data analyses, market studies, and maps.
Reviews the design and layout of development projects including conformance with zoning, design, and planning standards.
Represents the Planning Commission and its Director in public meetings and presentations.
Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, Public Administration, or related field from a four-year accredited college or university required.
Five years of full-time paid experience in Urban Planning, Architecture, or closely related field required.
(Substitution: Master's Degree in Urban Planning or related field may substitute for two years of experience.)
Supplemental Information
Essential Duties & Job Functions
Works closely with the Chief Zoning Administrator/Zoning Manager to oversee the day-to-day and strategic work of the Zoning section
Assists with recommending and advancing legislative zoning changes, as well as zoning review intake and dissemination of projects to the appropriate plans' examiners and/or neighborhood planners
Interprets complex zoning codes and regulations
Works closely with plans examiners to determine conformance or nonconformance with the zoning code and move projects through the entitlement process
Trains and educates City staff and the public on technical aspects of zoning
All other duties as assigned
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