Zoning Compliance Liaison

The City of Rochester invites applications for the position of: 

Zoning Compliance Liaison
Community Development

The City of Rochester is committed to a community where all members feel a sense of belonging. We commit to recognizing the diversity of our community members, listening to ALL voices and providing equitable services to create an inclusive place to live, play and work.

We believe EQUITY should be at the center of all our work. We strive to represent our community in our teammates, as we know that diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative, and have an empowering impact on the work, progress and culture of our community.

It takes us all working together   

Nature of Work
The Zoning Compliance Liaison is a professional position responsible for ensuring development and land use activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations. The position serves as the initial point-of-contact for businesses, contractors/developers and residents for code compliance matters by responding to complaints, providing guidance to resolve violations and conducting proactive educational outreach. Responsibilities include  inspecting private and public structures, signs, yards,  and premises for compliance with zoning, and other related codes and regulations; investigating complaints of non-compliant properties, educating the public regarding local regulations, and initiating appropriate corrective actions.

The Zoning Compliance Liaison must use considerable independent judgment and discretion in the performance of their duties.
 
The person is part of a team that promotes an overall positive customer service experience within the development services area and contributes to the city's vision to create a vibrant, compassionate and innovative team.


*Ensure compliance with zoning requirements

• Interpret codes, regulations and ordinances and assess public and private infrastructure for compliance with site plans, conditional use permits, zoning variances, building plans and business license applications. 
• Conduct on-site inspections to determine existing conditions as they relate to site plans, conditional use permits, zoning variances, building plans and business license applications. 
• Investigate and respond to possible zoning compliance violations.
• Provide guidance on codes and make recommendations on corrective actions.
• Develop both oral and written corrective action notices and coordinate compliance efforts with other departments as needed.
• Prepare written reports and maintain files of complaints, inspections and resolutions.
• Appear in court as a witness as needed.
• Assist in reviewing and proposing updates to zoning codes, ordinances, and land-use policies based on community feedback and compliance trends.

*Serve as a City representative in providing information, education, and findings to City Council, commissions, boards, community groups, and the public. 

• Act as a zoning information resource person for various neighborhood groups, City Council, contractors/developers, other governmental bodies, media, attorneys and residents.
• Perform research to determine allowed uses of property and prepare reports and recommendations for Zoning Board of Appeals, develop and maintain automated files by address for each incident. 
• Provide explanation of the City Ordinances, Zoning Code, Building Code,  and Housing Code requirements, and related construction permits and procedures. 
• Prepare reports for zoning boards, city councils, or other governing bodies detailing compliance activities and recommendations. 
• Perform research to determine allowed uses of property and prepare reports and recommendations for Zoning Board of Appeals, develop and maintain automated files by address for each incident. 
• Assist in preparing for Board, Council, and other public hearings and presentations.

*Provide proactive education and outreach related to Rochester zoning requirements

• Develop and maintain productive relationships with neighborhood associations.
• Proactively educate owners, contractors, and the public about zoning codes and ordinances.
• Conduct systematic and routine inspections of all properties within the jurisdiction of the City of Rochester.

Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.

* ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSEducation and Experience
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college with major course work in Planning, Architecture, Construction Management, Building Inspection, Engineering, or other applicable area and two years of relevant employment experience.

OR
An equivalent combination of education and employment experience to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. 

If this work interests you but you are unsure if you meet all the job requirements listed above, please apply anyway! Your experience is likely more applicable to the role than you think, and the City is interested in candidates who can bring not only technical expertise but a variety of lived experience to the team. 

Licenses and/or Certifications
Possession of a valid driver's license  

Desirable Qualifications
AACE, ICC (International Code Council), AICP, or equivalent certification.
Knowledge of GIS applicationPHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.
 
In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
 
Physical demands that may be required continuously (2/3 or more of the time), frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) are noted below:

Frequent demands: Sitting and Fine Dexterity
Occasional demands: Pushing/Pulling, Kneeling, Crouching, Lifting, Handling, Reaching, Carrying, Standing, Walking
 
Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include: sight, hearing, touch.
 
Environmental conditions that may exist in the performance of the essential functions of this job include:
NONE (not substantially exposed to environmental conditions)

Salary : $73,477 - $103,734