Salary Range: $89,544 to $98,717
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The purpose of this position is to manage all aspects of economic development, planning, and zoning
code administration within the City of Chardon. This position coordinates all development and
construction projects from the preliminary planning stages all the way through completion. This
position is also responsible for administering community development activities and long-range
planning. This position is also responsible for meeting with existing and potential businesses in
the City with regards to retention and expansion and acts as the liaison with numerous civic
organizations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or
all- inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
• Serves as a key member of senior management and assists with the City’s strategic planning
efforts and addressing citywide policy and management issues.
• Reviews all development plans and construction plans, either directly or through other municipal
departments and consultants, for conformance with Municipal Zoning regulations and standards.
• Prepares reports and formulates recommendations regarding development plans and construction
plans for City Council and the Municipal Planning Commission.
• Administers the project submittal and approval process in accordance with the Municipal Planning
and Zoning Code.
• Coordinates staff reports and recommendations on land use planning and development matters and
presents conclusions to Council and Planning Commission.
• Responsible for inspection during construction of all projects proposed under the Planning and
Zoning Code to ensure conformance with approved plans.
• Administers the zoning and site development permit process and enforcement in accordance with
municipal regulations and standards.
• Attends meetings of the Planning Commission and City Council to provide information on
recommendations, appeal actions and/or other development actions.
• Communicates with the public property owners and developers to explain problems and procedures
on a variety of planning and zoning matters. Advises citizen on City zoning ordinance requirements
and other matters relating to planning and zoning.
• Provides effective and efficient customer services and promotes and maintains responsible
community relations.
• Directs the preparation and administration of the annual budget for the department and
manages
budget compliance throughout the year.
• Supervises / directs actions of the Zoning Inspector
• Performs other duties as assigned.