DESCRIPTION

The City of Flint Zoning Coordinator functions as part of the Planning and Zoning Division which falls under the Department of Planning and Development for the City of Flint. The P&D Department is comprised of 4 divisions: Blight & Neighborhood Stabilization, Building & Safety Inspections, Community & Economic Development and Planning & Zoning. The position will perform a variety of tasks in support of the P&D Department.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Duties are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills.

They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the job involves and what is required to perform it. Employees are responsible for all other duties as assigned.

Coordinate the application, review, and enforcement of zoning ordinances. Involves: Conduct plan review of permit applications, plan review of planned projects and facilities for compliance with zoning ordinances. Manage and coordinate zoning plan reviews along with supporting field inspection and enforcement efforts. Provide technical training and support to Department employees. Provide technical support and code interpretation to architects, engineers, contractors, developers, City departments, Mayor, City Administrator, City Council and the general public.

Coordinate zoning ordinance requirements with fire department, the county health department and state agencies.

Coordinate the application, review, and enforcement of medical and recreational marijuana Ordinances.

Oversee administrative support and development. Engage with developers, businesses, business leaders, attorneys, real estate agents, brokers, concerned citizens, community groups or associations, and politicians regarding application of zoning ordinances to specific existing or planned projects or facilities.

Research and investigate proposed projects and facilities. Prepare zoning certificates, compliance notices, use permits, or reports.

Review and analyze existing codes; make recommendations on and facilitate implementation of new codes.

Prepare resolutions and other legal documents related to the administration of the zoning ordinance.

Provide technical support and prepare applications for review to the City Planning Commission and Historic District Commission. Participate in deliberations of these commissions

Provide recommendations regarding zoning appeals and technical support to the Zoning Board of Appeals

Prepare applications as a special exception or variance for presentation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Check drawings for compliance. Request maps for location of structures and improvements. Research the history and legal status of cases.

Supervise any assigned staff.

Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in public administration, urban planning, regional planning, urban development, architecture, urban studies, urban design, or related field, and

At least two (2) years of equivalent combination of training and increasingly responsible professional and technical work experience in a Planning and Zoning or City/County Administrator's office administering zoning ordinances, reviewing site plans and performing other relevant work which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

At least one (1) year of professional experience supervising full time staff and managing budgets.

At least one (1) year of professional work experience coordinating public planning boards and commissions, such as a: planning commission, zoning bo

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Zoning Coordinator