Duties
(Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this class specification are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for all positions in this class. They are not intended to include all of the essential functions of all positions in the class.)Conducts on-site inspections for alleged zoning violations, documenting and maintaining detailed investigation findings and evidence.
Sends notices of violations and keeps complainants and other interested parties informed.
Maintains zoning violation files; organizes all material, correspondence, map information, and other paperwork which accompanies a land use violation informed.Prepares violation cases for legal action to the State's Attorney's Office, the Office of Law, or the Board of Appeals.
Answers questions and provides information on all types of land use matters to the general public.
Gives talks and seminars to community groups on Land Use Enforcement.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Considerable knowledge of zoning, land use, and related regulations and standards.
Considerable knowledge of interviewing and field inspection techniques.
Considerable knowledge of established procedures related to approvals, denials, and appeals of zoning cases.
Ability to analyze facts and develop recommendations regarding proposed or existing land uses.
Ability to conduct field inspections and interviews to establish relevant facts.
Ability to work from maps and legal land descriptions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relations with fellow employees, property owners and representatives, and the public.
Ability to communicate routine information clearly and concisely.
Ability to operate basic office and maintenance equipment and software.
Ability to respond attentively to internal and external customer problems and requests.