Assistant Zoning Official

Town of Westerly

Assistant Zoning Official

The Town of Westerly is looking to fill the position of Assistant Zoning Official for the Department of Development Services – Zoning Department. Under the general direction of the Zoning Official, this position provides a full range of supervisory and zoning functions in support of the Zoning department. The Assistant Zoning Official assists the Zoning Official in organizational functions in overseeing submittals and tracking of zoning permits and also issues zoning permit approvals as determined by the Zoning Official and provides staff support to Zoning Board.

Position Overview:

· Ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state and Town laws, ordinances, and regulations as they relate to zoning.

· Reviews applications organizes files for the Zoning Official and provides formal determinations for zoning certificates, access to public records request, and other formal zoning approvals as directed by the Zoning Official.

· Manages and organizes zoning application files to assist the Zoning Official in processing workflow in a timely manner.

· Assists Zoning Official in staffing the Zoning Board by setting Zoning Board agendas and placing public notices.

· Research records and post decisions necessary for zoning narratives and decision letters.

· Reviews maps and GIS data associated with pertinent issues within the department.

· Provides correspondence to applicants and assists Zoning Official with communicating requirements to applicants and processing applications.

· Oversees and performs administrative and work of the department by assisting staff with procedural questions, assisting with data entry and clerical duties, assisting with computer programs and making decisions when Zoning Official is not available.

· Process reports as directed.

· Provides the Development Services office assistance in office functions such as, but not limited to, paying invoices, ordering supplies, document management and data entry.

· Attends conferences, seminars, training, and meetings as required.

· Processes information requests to the Zoning Office.

· Works with other staff members in the Offices of Planning, Code Enforcement, Property Maintenance and Building.

· Other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience:

· High School Diploma or GED Equivalent with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in a municipal zoning department, or

· Bachelor’s Degree with minimum of one (1) year of experience in a municipal zoning department and

· Minimum of three (3) years performing administrative and supervisory support functions.

· Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to successfully perform the essential job functions of this position.

Licenses and Certifications:

· A valid driver’s license.

Salary ranges from $60,000 - $68,000 a year

Selection Process: Interested applicants must submit their resume and application to HR@westerlyri. gov

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Westerly, RI 02891: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $68,000