Job description

TOWN OF LEDYARD

LAND USE DEPARTMENT

ZONING AND INLAND WETLANDS OFFICIAL

NATURE OF WORK:

The official shall be charged with the implementation and enforcement of the policies and regulations of the Zoning Commission; Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission; and Zoning Board of Appeals and shall have such other duties prescribed and mutually agreed upon by the Mayor and these commissions.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the general supervision of the Director of Land Use in accordance with enforcement and policy decisions established by the Zoning and Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commissions.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Supervises department staff as necessary.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Advises various commissions and boards on land-use matters and State law with regard to comprehensive plan of zoning regulations, inland wetlands and watercourses regulations.

Performs other such duties as the Mayor may prescribe not inconsistent with the duties and functions of the Zoning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals under Chapters 124, 246, 250 and 444 of the Connecticut General Statutes and the Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission under Chapter 440 of the General Statutes.

Performs research and investigation as required to prepare summaries and reports on Zoning and Inland Wetlands and Watercourses matters as required by appropriate authority.

Interaction with town residents, town board and commission members, auditors, state officials, and officials of other towns.

Responsible for receiving and acting on zoning and nuisance complaints including any required investigations or written notice and for maintaining a log with status of each complaint.

Reviews all zoning and inland wetlands and watercourses applications along with plans and supporting documentation, confers with the chairperson of each commission and prepares agenda for action on such applications. The official reviews all zoning applications and plot plans for commercial and residential building permits; approves (with or without conditions) or denies such applications based on conformance with the zoning regulations and/or conformance with any approved variances.

Maintain a system for inspections and verification that approved projects are constructed in accordance with approved plans. Issue compliance certifications.

Supervises the maintenance of a searchable permit records database capable of tracking and statusing all current and completed applications as well as providing periodic reports and handouts regarding zoning and wetlands activities.

Attend Planning, Zoning Board of Appeals and Inland Wetland Commission meetings as needed.

Assists Town Attorney and provides sworn testimony in defense of commission decisions as required.

*****The duties listed above are intended only as illustrative of the various types of work that may be performed. The omissions of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. *****

QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE:

Knowledge, Skills and Ability

Knowledge of principles and practices of land use planning; inland wetlands and watercourses protection and zoning regulations.

Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints and specifications.

Possesses knowledge of, and skill in utilizing computers and general office machines.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, Town Officials, agencies and other office staff.

Ability to insure the confidentiality of and protect the integrity of the Town of Ledyard

Education, Experience and Training

Graduation from an accredited university with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in planning, natural resources conservation, construction management or related field with two or more years experience in a land-use development field. Or an Associate's Degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school in building construction, architecture or related field plus a minimum of 3 years experience.

In lieu of the above requirements; five years experience in land use law application, administration and enforcement, or construction supervision may be accepted.

Certification by the Connecticut Association of Zoning Enforcement Officers (C.A.Z.E.O) within 2 years of hire and certification by the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) of having attended Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commissioner/Agent Training - Segments I, II, III.

The Zoning Commission and Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission reserve the right to accept a combination of experience and education along with a commitment to obtain the above minimum certifications within a mutually agreed to time frame, if they determine that such existing experience and education is sufficient to perform the required duties until such certifications can be obtained.

Additional Requirements

- Occasional use of personal transportation and means of contact via a mobile phone with reimbursement and/or stipend from the Town.

- Physical and/or psychological examinations as may be required during employment.

- Drug screening both pre-employment and as may be required during employment.

- Criminal background and driving record checks are required prior to employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employee must have the physical ability to make field inspections and negotiate rough terrain.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to hear, speak, stand, sit, walk, bend, twist, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; climb stairs to various levels, use hands to finger, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; use wrists for repetitive motion, reach with hands and arms; drive, tolerate exposure to environmental allergens.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific abilities required by the job include normal audio ability, close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of equipment.

Employee must be free from mental and physical disorders which would interfere with performance of duties as described, and have the ability to maintain composure with the public and co-workers in every day stressful and emergency situations. Employee may occasionally be required to function in situations where subjected to aggressive verbal behavior.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:

Certification by the Connecticut Association of Zoning Enforcement Officers (C.A.Z.E.O)

Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commissioner/Agent Training - Segments I, II, III.

Licensing and certification within one (1) year of hire date.

Valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License

****This job description does not constitute an employment agreement or contract between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.****

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $57,200.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

COVID-19 considerations:
Current mask and social distancing protocols are observed.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Land Use and/or Planning: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)
• CAZEO Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple Locations

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