The Director of Planning, Zoning and Economic Development, also
referred to herein as the Planning and Zoning Administrator, shall
be responsible for the administration of all City planning and zoning
policies and for the supervision and direction of inspection activities
in the enforcement of the City's Minimum Housing Code. The Planning
and Zoning Administrator advises the City Administrator, Mayor and
Board of Aldermen and commission members on development issues. The
Planning and Zoning Administrator reports to the City Administrator.
A.
Essential Functions. The essential functions of the Planning
and Zoning Administrator's job shall be as follows:
1.
Serves as staff liaison to the Planning and Zoning Commission and
Board of Adjustment. Prepares staff reports relative to Commission
agenda items.
2.
Recommends revisions to the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinances
to the Planning Commission and Board of Aldermen.
3.
As assigned by the City Administrator, prepares planning studies
relative to the following issues: real estate development, capital
improvements, land use, economic development, neighborhood issues,
commercial revitalization, business climate, and the relationship
of any of these topics to municipal finance.
4.
Reviews all development proposals for compliance with the City's
planning and zoning requirements. Disseminates information regarding
the City's planning and zoning policies, ordinances and procedures.
5.
Supervises the administration of the City's Zoning Code, including
follow-up on possible zoning violations.
6.
Advises and consults with potential developers to ensure quality
commercial development for the City of Manchester.
7.
Assists the City Administrator in retaining and attracting businesses
in the City of Manchester.
8.
Serves as the City's Building Official and supervises the day-to-day
operations of the City's residential and commercial inspection program,
including supervision of the City's housing inspector. Reviews and
recommends changes to policies and procedures relative to the enforcement
of the building and housing codes and ordinances.
9.
Interprets and enforces the business licensing, building, housing
and zoning ordinances.
B.
Marginal Functions. The marginal functions of the Planning
and Zoning Administrator's job are as follows:
1.
Actively participates in local, State and national professional associations
and activities, within fiscal constraints, to establish a network
of peers for professional support and advice in performing duties
and responsibilities.
2.
Works on and contributes to interdepartmental task forces and group
efforts to develop solutions to specific problems and/or identify
opportunities to address specific policy issues.
3.
Represents City at local and State meetings of organizations, such
as the Municipal League and the Chamber of Commerce.
C.
Physical/Visual Activities Or Demands. The following are
the physical/visual activities or demands commonly associated with
the performance of the functions of this job:
D.
Environmental/Atmospheric Conditions. The following are
the environmental/ atmospheric conditions commonly associated with
the performance of the functions of this job:
Normal office conditions.
A.
Knowledge. Comprehensive knowledge of the concepts, skills,
methods, and practices of municipal planning, including zoning, redevelopment,
subdivision, development review, and site planning. Bachelor's Degree
in planning, public administration, or related field from an accredited
university or college; Master's Degree preferred.
B.
Experience. Minimum of five (5) years experience in municipal
planning or related field.
C.
Skills And Abilities. The following are representative but
not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position:
1.
Ability to communicate effectively and succinctly in writing and
verbally.
2.
Ability to prepare clear and concise oral, written, and graphic presentations
and reports.
3.
Working knowledge of the preparation and administration of a variety
of Federal, State and private grants, including the Community Development
Block Grant Program.
4.
Ability to develop long-range plans to guide the City's development.
5.
Ability to engage citizens in policy discussions about long-range
planning issues.
6.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with City staff,
elected officials, and a wide variety of citizens and citizen groups.
D.
Machine, Tools, Equipment And Work Aids. Personal computer,
telephone, other office equipment.
E.
License(s)/Certifications(s) Required. None required. American
Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification preferred.
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Note — This job description in no way states or implies
that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying
this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related
instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested,
subject to all applicable State and Federal laws.
Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible
modification in accordance with applicable State and Federal laws.
"Commonly associated" is not intended to mean always or only.
There are different experiences that suggest other ways or circumstances
where reasonable changes or accommodations are appropriate.
All activities, demands, conditions, and requirements are
linked to essential job functions unless marked with an asterisk,
which denotes linkage to only marginal function(s).
