Permit and Zoning Associate Project Manager

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Job Title: Permit and Zoning Associate Project Manager

Job Summary:

The Permit and Zoning Specialist is responsible for ensuring that all construction, renovation, or land-use projects comply with applicable zoning ordinances, land use regulations, and permit requirements. This role involves reviewing plans, issuing permits, interpreting zoning laws, and serving as a liaison between developers, and regulatory agencies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Permit Coordination & Facilitation:
  • Receive, review, research and advise on permitting processes for various projects
  • Issue permits and maintain detailed records.
  • Close out permits as required.
• Zoning Review:
  • Review proposed land use plans for compliance with local zoning codes and land use ordinances.
  • Interpret zoning maps and answer public inquiries related to zoning classifications and requirements.
• Public Interaction & Support:
  • Assist applicants, contractors, and developers in navigating permit and zoning requirements.
  • Provide guidance on zoning variances, conditional use permits, and rezoning processes.
  • Respond to public complaints or violations
• Coordination & Communication:
  • Work closely with construction, design, planning and engineering departments.
  • Coordinate with city councils, zoning boards, and planning commissions.
  • Prepare reports and prep others to attend public meetings or hearings as needed.
• Compliance & Enforcement:
  • Monitor ongoing projects to ensure adherence to permit and zoning conditions.
  • Investigate permitting and zoning violations and recommend corrective actions.

Qualifications:

• Education: Associate or bachelor’s degree in urban planning, public administration, construction management, or a related field.
• Experience: 2–5 years in permitting, planning, zoning, or municipal government preferred.
• Knowledge:
  • Local and state zoning laws, land use policies, and permitting procedures.
  • Building codes and development regulations.
• Skills:
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Must have advanced skills in reading jurisdiction codes.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills.
  • Proficiency with permit software, GIS systems, and Microsoft Office.

Requirements:

• Must live within traveling distance to office in Deerfield, Illinois
• Hybrid – 3 days in office, 2 days remote

Pay Range:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more!

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [email protected], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.