Zoning Technician

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The City of Trotwood is now accepting employment applications for the Zoning Technician position in the Planning and Zoning Department.

Nature of Work

Under the administrative direction of the Planning and Zoning Administrator, performs a variety of tasks that involve planning, zoning, economic development, neighborhood development and enforcement issues. Significant interaction is required with citizens, contractors and the general public.

Scope of Selection Process

1. Oral Interview 4. Consumer Credit Assessment 2. Employment/Reference Verification 5. Driving Record Verification 3. Education/Credential Verification 6. Pre-Employment Drug Screening

Recruiting Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in City & Regional Planning or similar planning field
• At least 2 years of experience in planning, zoning, development and/or code enforcement preferably in the public sector.
• Must be proficient in Word, Excel, and other Microsoft Office products.
• Excellent communication, organizational and customer service skills.
• Experience working in a municipal environment desired.

Essential Functions

• Assist general public with interpretations of zoning and land use regulations pertaining to permit applications.
• Acts as a secondary point of contact for the public in the event the Administrative Assistant is unavailable.
• Performs inspections on yard setbacks, landscaping requirements and final zoning inspections.
• Analyzes and prepares reports on zoning, planning, economic development and enforcement issues.
• Works closely with the public, developers, contractors, realtors and interoffice departments.
• Analyzes and prepares reports on zoning, planning, economic development and enforcement issues.
• Reviews and approves a broad scope of residential permits.
• Performs site plan review for all aspects of land development which includes lot splits, lot consolidations, subdivisions, zoning changes and variances.
• Works closely with the public, developers, contractors, realtors and interoffice departments.
• Considers and utilizes urban design principles when approving permits and conducting research.
• Assist the Planning and Zoning Administrator at public meetings and will represent him in his absence.
• Other duties as assigned.

Salary:

$24.87-$34.29 (eligible for paid overtime)

Application Process

Applications must be completed and submitted with a resume by the closing date. For online applications visit date to apply is 7/3/2025.

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The City of Trotwood is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.