Zoning Investigator - Chicago Department of Planning and Development

DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT

Bureau of Zoning

 

Number of Positions: 1

 

Starting Salary: $88,104.00

Job Posting: Mar 22, 2024

Closing Date: April 12, 2024

Under supervision, conducts site inspections to ensure new construction, building renovations, landscaping and various structures are in compliance with approved permit plans and the provisions of the Chicago Zoning Ordinance, and performs related duties as required.

Available here by searching for job number 395217

Project Engineer II - Collins Engineers

 Description:

Since opening our doors in 1979, Collins Engineers, Inc. has provided engineering services in structural and transportation analysis and design. Today, Collins is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm that continues to grow our multi-disciplined firm by providing design and analysis services coupled with field experience to the transportation, marine, construction, and land development industries.

 

Collins is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Structural Project Engineer to play a key role on our team in Chicago. The ideal candidate will have experience in structural design and structural inspection and an interest in bridge engineering who can bring creative design practice skills balanced with a solid background in the field of structural engineering. This position requires the ability to manage projects, liaise with clients and government agencies, and perform both structural inspections and design. This is a great opportunity for a highly motivated, technically driven professional who is looking for career growth.

Location: Chicago, IL

Apply online here.

Community Planning and Building Director- City of Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Community Planning and Building Director

City of Carmel-by-the-Sea

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Economic Planning and Development

Planning Management, Budgeting and Finance

Experience: 

7-10 years

Contact person: 

Bill Avery or Cris Piasecki

Phone: 

408-399-4424 or 408-234-2025

Email: 

jobs@averyassoc.net

Website: 

http://www.averyassoc.net

Location: 

Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

The Community Planning and Building Director reports to the City Administrator and has responsibility for leading, managing and overseeing the activities and operations of the Department including planning, building inspection, and code enforcement programs and services. The level of community engagement in Carmel requires a proactive and visible leader that is actively attuned to community interests and concerns related to the wide range of constituent priorities. Excellent land use and environmental knowledge, and a thorough appreciation for preservation oriented community planning emphasizing historical preservation are essential requirements in this role.

The required background for this position includes a combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for a Planning & Building Director. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would include eight years of responsible community planning experience, including five years of management and supervisory experience, and the equivalent to a Master’s degree with major course work in urban planning, community design, public administration or a related field. The salary is $127,500 to $159,375 annually, DOQ. To be considered, please submit (email preferred) a letter of interest, resume, salary history and contact information including email addresses for five work-related references to Bill Avery by November 20, 2015. A formal job announcement is available at http://www.averyassoc.net.

Bill Avery or Cris Piasecki
Avery Associates
3½ N. Santa Cruz Ave., Suite A
Los Gatos, CA 95030
E-mail: jobs@averyassoc.net

Building Official - Town of Windsor, CA

Building Official

Town of Windsor

 

Contact person: 

Human Resources Division

Phone: 

707-838-5362

Fax: 

707-838-5981

Website: 

http://www.townofwindsor.com

Location: 

Windsor, CA

Range: $7,626.66 - $9,524.49/Month

Final Filing Date: Thursday, October 1, 2015 at 6:00 pm

Applications received after this date will not be accepted

THE POSITION

Under general direction, the Building Official plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates and reviews the work of technical and administrative staff performing difficult and complex support related to all programs and activities of the Building Division; administers Building Code activities; manages the effective use of the Town’s permit processing, plans examination, building inspection, and code compliance resources to improve organizational productivity and customer service; functions as the designated Americans with Disability Act (ADA) compliance coordinator; provides highly complex and responsible support to the Community Development Director in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*:

• Plans, manages and oversees the daily functions, operations and activities of the Building Division, including building inspection, plans examination, permit processing and code compliance.
• Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for the division; recommends within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Develops and standardizes procedures and methods to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of building inspection, plans examination and permit processing services and activities.
• Performs preliminary review of projects submitted to the Design Review Committee and Planning Commission; performs site inspections of construction projects to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local construction codes; works closely with other departments in addressing Town construction projects and code interpretations.
• Issues Certificates of Occupancy for new construction; addresses building appeals relating to Town codes and ordinances; reviews alternate materials and methods of construction and unreasonable hardship requests; oversees special inspection and structural observations programs.
• Manages and participates in the development and administration of, and oversees, the division budget.
• Participates in the selection, trains, motivates and evaluates assigned personnel.
• Develops and reviews staff reports; presents reports to the Town Council, commissions, committees and boards.
• Serves as source of information for developers, engineers, property owners and contractors regarding Building Code and Town construction regulations.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: 

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver’s License by time of appointment.
• Certifications as a Building Official, Plans Examiner, and Accessibility Inspector by the International Code Council.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

A completed Town of Windsor application and supplemental questionnaire are required to be considered for this position. Application materials will be accepted by the Town of Windsor Human Resources Division until Thursday, October 1, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. Closing date postmarks will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted without the required application materials.  To apply online visit the Town website at: www.townofwindsor.com. Application materials can be obtained by phone at (707) 838-1017 or in person at Town of Windsor Civic Center 9291 Old Redwood Highway, Building 400, Windsor, CA, Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be screened and those considered best qualified will be invited to appear for a practical exam, an oral interview or both. Meeting the announced requirements does not guarantee inclusion in the selection process.  The Town of Windsor Human Resources Division will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate qualified disabled applicants.  Individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the testing process must  inform the Human Resources Division in writing by the final filing date.

Director of Planning and Development - City of Flint, MI

Director of Planning and Development

City of Flint

Experience: 

5-7 years

Location: 

Flint, MI

CITY OF FLINT

Position Description

Director of Planning & Development	Salary Range: $88,000-$95,000
Established: July 28, 2015	Appointed

Flint is a city poised and ready for transformation. After decades of economic and population decline (> 100,000 in population), Flint is committed to forging innovation and creativity into a city of new opportunity, vitality, and livability. The adopted Master Plan is Flint’s roadmap to achieving this vision. The Department of Planning and Development has been recently re-organized to include the Divisions of: Building & Safety Inspections, Blight Elimination & Neighborhood Stabilization, Community & Economic Development, Zoning & Case Management, Planning, and Parks & Recreation to more effectively implement the Master Plan. As a result, the staff consisting of 24 FTE and 2 PT employees has been able to leverage very limited resources to further 118 projects and strategies outlined in the Master Plan last year.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the City Administrator, the Director of Planning & Development is responsible for ensuring the public safety, health, and well-being of Flint’s residents, businesses and visitors through targeted investment and rational, well-designed and physically integrated land use and development that advances economic prosperity, eliminates blight and stabilizes neighborhoods, protects the environment, and promotes a better quality of life in the City. The Director exercises general supervision over professional, technical, and clerical positions within the Planning & Development Department.

Essential job functions include, but are not limited to:

• Develop   and   direct   departmental   goals,   objectives,   policies,   and   priorities   and   the corresponding budget;
• Oversee building and safety inspection services, housing regulations, and permit processing;
• Create and implement comprehensive property disposition polices;
• Direct the management of the City’s parks and recreational facilities;
  • Serve as the principal advisor to the City on economic and community development issues and allocation of CDBG resources;
  • Prepare and recommend long-range plans for City services and programs;
    • Direct  code  enforcement,  blight  elimination,  and  neighborhood  stabilization  program  and services; and
    • Develop specific proposals for action on current and future City development needs.

The Director has a responsibility to evaluate, develop, and implement necessary changes to improve the coordinated efforts between City divisions to expedite planning and building projects in the City. The Director will prepare and present reports to City Council, other public agencies, and advisory bodies with respect to building services matters. The Director will meet with citizens and interest groups to discuss proposed code adoptions or revisions, new programs code applications, and administration or department policies. Most importantly, the Director will promote the mission, values, and standards of an effective public organization, particularly in the area of customer service.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a fair, ethical, and decisive leader whose leadership and decisions focus on what is best for the Flint community, and who will implement organizational improvements within the Planning & Development Department to meet those objectives. The ideal candidate will establish a shared department vision, and work collaboratively and cooperatively within the department and with other City departments to establish a high quality development review services operation. The ideal candidate will also have outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, a track record of successful management, and a team oriented approach to advance the department’s goals and objectives.

An example of the education and experience which most likely demonstrates the skills, knowledge and abilities required to perform the duties include a Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Planning Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field and five to seven (5-7) years of increasingly responsible experience in managing community development programs; including three to five (3-5) years of senior administrative and management responsibility. A Master’s Degree in Public Administration, Planning, Economics, Marketing or a field relevant to the requirements of the position is highly desirable. Candidates must have experience working in ethnically diverse communities.

Classification History Established: Human Resources 07/28/2015

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

Please visit www.cityofflint.com or the jobs posting page for more information and to apply.

Building Inspector/Code Enforcer - City of North Chicago, IL

Building Inspector/Code Enforcer, City of North Chicago, IL

City of North Chicago seeks professional to provide comprehension and application of North Chicago building and property codes in a fast paced customer service oriented environment. The inspector must have the ability to enforce adopted IPMC and other adopted municipal codes with an appropriate and respectful demeanor. Excellent time management skills are essential for success at this position. Inspectors conduct physical inspections of residential, commercial, and industrial premises and structures; issuing citations for violations, initiating court complaints and providing sworn court testimony regarding violations of any building system or component, including but not limited to, structural, electrical, plumbing and mechanical. This position conducts physical inspections and re-inspections of existing property located within the City. Work involves traveling from City offices by vehicle to locations of any type located within the City for the purpose of inspecting buildings, structures or premises, and to assess the condition of such locations in relation to the code or codes enforced by the City of North Chicago. Inspections are performed in locations that include the exterior of any site, as well as the interior of any site that may be below grade, or rooms, halls, stairs, roofs, or any other structure or building component that may be located at any level or height of a structure. Code violations are noted in a medium prescribed by the Department. Work in support of inspections is performed in the City offices. Legal action is initiated by this position with the need for court or adjudication hearing testimony presented under oath. Safety equipment such as steel toed shoes are worn, as well as other safety equipment, as needed and inspection equipment such as computers, measuring device, circuit testers, smoke detector testers, and any other necessary equipment is carried by the inspector on inspections. This position requires on-call availability during non-traditional work hours to respond to emergency calls.

Minimum Qualifications include but not limited to:

This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent (some college education preferred in the areas of; civil technology and/or construction management). Three years code enforcement experience or any combination of training and experience that provides the following knowledge, abilities and skills: Considerable knowledge of building construction; International Building and Property Maintenance Codes; general construction principles and practices.

Hiring Salary Range: $50,902.00 - $63,891.00 Annually
Complete application and submit resume to: www.northchicago.org

Deadline to apply: 7/26/15

Director of Development Services - City of Taylor, TX

Director of Development Services 

City of Taylor, Texas

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Experience: 

7-10 years

Contact person: 

Chris Hartung

Phone: 

817-715-9693

Email: 

jobsearch@chcpublicsectorsolutions.com

Website: 

http://www.chcpublicsectrsolutions.com

Location: 

Taylor, TX

City of Taylor, Texas

Director of Development Services Recruitment

The City of Taylor, Texas is seeking candidates for the Director of Development Services position who have strong experience in the operations of the development review process in a growing municipality and who are passionate about planning as a tool for maintaining and improving the quality of life in a community.  Experience with a medium size or larger community will be a plus. Under the direction of the City Manager, the Director of Development Services is responsible for the oversight of building inspection, code enforcement, current and long range planning, demographic monitoring and reporting, geographic information systems (GIS), assisting with housing and community redevelopment efforts, assisting with economic development projects, and the Moody Museum. The Director oversees an organization with 5.75 FTEs and a 2014-2015 Operating budget totaling $607,762.  Taylor has economic development agreements involving tax abatements and tax rebates as well as Chapter 380 agreements.  For additional information on the position and the community see www.chcpublicsectorsolutions.com 

The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college in a related field such as planning, political science, public administration or similar discipline; a Master’s degree and a minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in the municipal planning environment, or a minimum of (7) years’ experience in the municipal regulatory environment; and experience with working with volunteers of diverse backgrounds is strongly preferred along with a minimum of three (3) years of increasing administrative and supervisory responsibility.

OR a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Urban Planning, Construction Management or a related field, and a minimum of ten (10) years of increasing professional management experience in city planning construction management or equivalent combination of education and experience. AICP certification required. 

The starting salary is open and will depend upon background and qualifications of the successful candidate. The city benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance.  TMRS retirement is 5 years at age 60 or 20 years at any age and the City match is 1.5 to 1. The City provides LTD insurance to all full time employees, as well as sick leave, vacation and holidays.

Send an electronic version of your current resume, salary history and a list of ten work-related references (including supervisory) with phone numbers ASAP to G. Chris Hartung at jobsearch@chcpublicsectorsolutions.com 

Plan Review Administrator - City of Green Bay, WI

Plan Review Administrator 

City of Green Bay, WI

Professional Area: 

Architecture

Experience: 

3-5 years

Website: 

http://www.govhrusa.com/current-positions/recruitment

Location: 

Green Bay, WI

Green Bay, WI (pop. 104,779) Progressive city with an excellent quality of life located in north eastern Wisconsin seeks professional individual to perform the plan review & coordinating inspections functions and providing technical support to the inspection staff in the Community Services Department. 

Successful candidates will have well developed communication skills and three years of experience.  Candidates will be required to have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or architecture along with a UDC state certification in building inspection or the ability to obtain within 1 year of employment. Also required to be a WI Registered Architect or Professional Engineer or obtain the WI license within one year.

Salary is  $70,000 +/- DOQ. The City provides an excellent benefit package.

Candidates should apply by July 19 with resume, cover letter and contact information for 5 work related references to www.GovHRUSA.com/current-positions/recruitment to the attention of Karl Nollenberger, 650 Dundee Road #270, Northbrook, IL 60062. Tel: 847-380-3240; Fax: 866-401­-3100. 

Planner, Community Preservation & Development Department - City of Park Ridge, IL

Planner
Community Preservation & Development Department
City of Park Ridge, IL

The City of Park Ridge's Community Preservation & Development Department is seeking qualified applicants for the full-time position of Planner. This position serves as the primary contact in the enforcement of the Zoning Ordinance and the processing of variance cases. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, coordinating zoning reviews; serving as staff liaison to the Zoning Board of Appeals; investigating zoning complaints; inspecting properties for the compliance with zoning regulations; processing resubdivisions; and assisting applicants with inquiries regarding projects. Assisting with other Planning & Zoning Division functions, such as the Historic Preservation Commission and the Planning & Zoning Commission will also be required. 

Successful candidate must have the ability to handle numerous projects at the same time. Excellent customer service skills are a must. 3-5 years’ experience working with zoning ordinances, planning and/or related experience required. Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited college or technical school required. AICP certification desired, but not required. Starting annual salary range is $53,858 to $64,630, depending on experience and qualifications, plus benefits. Position is available until filled. 

Please submit cover letter and resume to HR Generalist, Annie Eriksson, via email aeriksso@parkridge.us or by U.S. Mail:

City of Park Ridge
Attn: Human Resources
505 Butler Place
Park Ridge, IL 60068

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Combination Inspector I/II/III - City of Perris, CA

Combination Inspector I II III 

City of Perris

January 30, 2015 

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Experience: 

5-7 years

Contact person: 

HR Division

Phone: 

951-943-6100

Email: 

hrdivision@cityofperris.org

Website: 

http://www.cityofperris.org

Location: 

Perris, CA

DEFINITION:  Under general supervision, to perform residential and commercial building inspection duties at various stages of construction, alteration, and repair; to review plans and prepare permit documentation for residential and commercial projects; and to provide information and assistance to the general public.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: February 19, 2015

EXPERIENCE:  Five years of journey level experience in the building trades.

TRAINING/LICENSE CERTIFICATION:  Equivalent to a high school diploma supplemented by specialized training in building construction and codes.  Possession of, or ability to obtain within one year, ICBO certification as a Building Inspector, and PC 832 Certificate.

Please refer to the full job announcement on the City's Website at www.cityofperris.org