Planning and Zoning Administrator

POSITION SUMMARY 

Under the supervision of the Deputy Administrative Officer, the Planning & Zoning Administrator is

a non-exempt position under FLSA which performs administrative duties. Responsible for coordinating

the activities of the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals and Historic Committee. Must

maintain absolute confidentiality of information, data and records obtained through or because of

employment with the City. Regular attendance is required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Serves as the City liaison for Planning Commission/BZA and Historic Committees and attends all meetings;
• Provides zoning and subdivision information upon request;
• Develops and oversees the zoning regulations, subdivision regulations and comprehensive plan;
• Maintains information for the planning and zoning department;
• Compiles information and assists in the preparation of studies and reports for decision making purposes;
• Performs traffic counts/studies;
• Coordinates Floodplain Management program;
• Coordinates special events for the Historic Committee;
• Assists with the planning budget;
• Provides zoning information for GIS maps;
• Fields questions, concerns, and complaints from the general public; and
• Follows department policies and procedures and safety procedures and practices.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides support for the Senior Center and other departments when needed; 
• Prepares grant applications; and
• Performs other duties as deemed necessary or assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS 

Experience: One to three years of similar or related experience is required. Employee is expected

to have acquired the necessary information and skills to perform the job reasonably well within one

year of employment.

Education: A college degree in Planning, Public Administration or related field is required

(experience may be substituted for education requirements with a minimum of High School diploma or

GED - a certified transcript will be accepted in lieu of a diploma). Must possess a valid Kansas Driver's License (or obtain within 30 days of employment).

Technical Skills: Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local statutes, laws, and ordinances,

city zoning and subdivision regulations, grant applications, and budget preparation is required. 

Working knowledge of computers and mathematics is required. Must operate computers, typewriters,

photocopiers, calculators, telephones, and other department equipment. Must prepare reports,

budgets, grant applications, and other documents, interpret data, understand and anticipate

problems, and read and interpret budget documents, reports, and other written instructions. Should

possess excellent supervisory, public relation, and organizational skills, and oral and written

communication skills in English. Must maintain absolute confidentiality of information, data and

records obtained through or because of employment with the City.

Problem Solving: Frequent independent problem solving. Encounters problems with citizen concerns

and complaints, and zoning regulations.

Decision Making: Frequent independent decision making. Makes decisions about budget preparation,

resolving citizen concerns and complaints and personnel issues, and performing daily duties in the

most efficient manner. Decisions often made in stressful situations.

Supervision: Works under the direction of the Deputy Administrative Officer. Exercises supervision

over seasonal part-time hometown market personnel.

Financial Accountability: Responsible for department equipment. Does participate in the annual

budget process. Has authority to purchase necessary supplies.

Personal Relations: Frequent contact with the general public, subordinate personnel, co-workers,

and supervisory personnel. Frequent contact with the governing body.

Working Conditions: Some adverse working conditions exist. Working in an office setting with a

computer is the primary aspect. Exposure to adverse weather can be expected. Deals with the general

public including angry and upset people.

Physical Requirements: Frequently required to sit and talk or hear, use hands to finger, handle,

feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally required

to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must occasionally lift and/or

move up to 60 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the

ability to adjust focus. Must safely operate a vehicle