Coventry Township is accepting applications for the position of Zoning Inspector. Candidates must have at least three (3) years of experience in either a full or part-time capacity in, planning and zoning, inspections, code enforcement (specifically housing maintenance and nuisance abatement), and building construction.   An ideal candidate will understand the zoning process, and be willing to interact with the public. Familiarity with GIS mapping systems is also a plus.  An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Must be able to testify in Court proceedings when necessary and attend evening meetings. Additional information can be found online at coventrytownship.com. Interested parties should submit a resume and cover letter along with their completed job packet to Coventry Township Trustees, Attn.: Anna Bryant, Administrator, 68 Portage Lakes Drive, Coventry Township, Ohio 44319, or via email at [email protected].

EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION

COVENTRY TOWNSHIP ZONING INSPECTOR – JOB DESCRIPTION

The basic role of the Township Zoning Inspector is to enforce the zoning code and map as it is currently adopted by the Board of Township Trustees.

Essential Job Functions

• Ensures compliance with Township policies and procedures, zoning code, and related ordinances.
• Communicates with residents and businesses in a professional manner to resolve and/or assist with compliance issues or permitting requests.
• Issues various zoning certificates and zoning permits
• Responds to zoning and property complaints from the public. Reviews all housing maintenance issues such as junk cars, trash, vacant buildings/demolitions, grass and any other nuisance issue from initial contact or letter to legal action.
• Submits assessments to Summit County for properties on which the Township has taken action.
• Coordinates meetings, performs research, makes interpretations of zoning code and related ordinances regarding zoning issues, and makes recommendations to Township Trustees.
• Prepares agendas for Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, meetings and notifies affected property owners.
• Prepares legal notices for public hearings and ensures notices are published as required by the Ohio Revised Code.
• Maintains schedule for legal notices for Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals and attends and participates in board and commission meetings answering questions, recording decisions, and participating in follow-up discussions.
• Review reports and correspondence to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Research information, as requested.
• Prepares written communications to the Board of Trustees.
• Manages and modifies, as necessary, the zoning approval process.
• Attends monthly Board of Trustee meetings and provides a report.
• Attends Zoning Commission and BZA meetings.
• Abides by confidentiality requirements.
• Completes miscellaneous duties as assigned by the Board of Trustees.
• Maintains zoning files and completes all administrative duties within the zoning office.
• Serves as a Township representative to County agencies/Boards as assigned.

Shall Have Knowledge Of

• Local zoning code, subdivision code, Ohio revised code, Ohio administrative code, and related ordinances.
• Organizing and planning techniques.
• Computer software including Windows operating system, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Business English, spelling, grammar.
• Coventry Township zoning and property maintenance regulations.
• Grant proposal research, identification, and writing.
• Local, County, State, and Federal special funding and tax incentive programs.
• Land use planning techniques and principles.
• Strategic management planning and implementation.
• Budget development and administration.

Have Skills and Abilities To

• Inspect sites and plans to ensure compliance with the zoning code and ordinances.
• Receive zoning applications and schedule meetings with the appropriate commission.
• Clearly explain the zoning code and process to applicants.
• Issue zoning certificates for applications that meet the zoning code.
• Correspond with banks and financial institutions regarding foreclosures etc. as related to property and zoning code enforcement.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, legal counsel, public officials, business leaders, contractors, and the public.
• Interpret plat maps, utility maps, and drawings as related to the zoning code.
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Interpret and apply local and state laws and ordinances.
• Perform basic research of records.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate effectively in written and oral form including providing public presentations.
• Willingness to learn new technologies or skills as needed to perform the duties of the Zoning Inspector.
• Present a positive image to the public.