JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the director of the Community Development Director with policy input from Village Board, support the development and implementation of community plans; assist with zoning administration, and conduct programs, projects, and operations that advance the Village of Kronenwetter's vision to be growing community with a diverse economy and quality infrastructure, championed by the people of the Village of Kronenwetter. The successful candidate will perform essential functions; interpret and apply pertinent laws, regulations, ordinances, and policies; conduct planning, design review, zoning activities, and code enforcement activities; analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project outcomes of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals; provide technical assistance and information; exhibit discretion, honesty, integrity and exceptional customer service as a standard in all activities.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Required:
1) Bachelors Degree in Land Use Planning, Public Administration, Civil Engineering, or related fields.
OR
2) Associates Degree in Land Use Planning, Public Administration, Civil Engineering, or related fields and two years of experience in municipal planning, civil engineering, or economic development.
Preferred: Bachelor's Degree and two years experience in municipal planning or civil engineering.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION
Required: Pre-employment testing and background investigation; valid Wisconsin driver's license required.
Preferred: Registration as a Certified Planner through the American Planning Association a plus.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Provide technical assistance and information to members of the Village Board, Village Plan Commission, Redevelopment Authority, various Village committees, staff, public, and other government officials on transportation, zoning, building and property codes, and residential, commercial, and industrial development issues.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Manage community development and zoning projects and other projects as assigned by the Community Development Director.
2. Implement community development functions relating to comprehensive planning, zoning, building codes, and property codes.
3. Examine, draft and maintain ordinances related to community life, zoning, building and property codes, and economic development.
4. Review development proposals including site plans and zoning permit applications for compliance with appropriate laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances; and for consistency with the comprehensive plan.
5. Assist in zoning administration and interpretation of related ordinances.
6. Maintain organized records including application materials, permits, reports and decisions on zoning and subdivisions, and ordinances changes.
7. Perform analysis, prepare maps, check and maintain spatial data using Geographic Information System (GIS) applications..
8. Develop, implement, and evaluate plans, policies, and procedures to achieve community development goals, objectives, priorities, and work standards.
9. Perform property maintenance enforcement, building permit enforcement and zoning enforcement as assigned by the Community Development Director.
10. Prepare and present regular and special reports, analyses, and correspondence; and present information about community development and zoning issues to Village staff, Plan Commission, Board and others.
11. Assist with preparation and administration of annual Department budget.
12. Monitor planning principles and practices, technology, regulations and literature that apply to Village planning and zoning projects.
13. Participate on internal and external committees, boards, and task forces as appropriate.
14. Perform office tasks and assist Community Development Director, Village Administrator, Plan Commission, Board and committees.
15. Prepare agendas, public hearing notices, and meeting materials.
16. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
17. Attend Village and community meetings as required including evening and occasional weekend meetings.
18. Perform other duties as assigned.

NONESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Participate in and provide staff support for economic development and marketing activities as directed.
2. Review software to map infrastructure and community development plans.
3. Participate in the development, negotiation, and management of development agreements.
4. Confer with property owners, public officials and civic leaders concerning zoning and other special planning problems.
5. Confer with staff, committees, the Village Board and community groups on proposed projects and improvements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. Superior oral and written communication skills.
2. Ability to manage operations and projects.
3. Theory, principles, practices and techniques of community development planning, building inspection, code enforcement, economic development, and related community development services;
4. Knowledge of motorized and non-motorized transportation options.
5. Knowledge of safety policies and practices.
6. Knowledge of environmental regulations and development plan review.
7. Ability to interpret planning and zoning concepts and exercise superior judgment to achieve long and short-range objectives.
8. Knowledge of functions of Local Government, Board of Appeals, and Plan Commission; and of state statutes relating to job functions.
9. Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
10. Ability to work with residents, elected officials, and other employees at various levels of the organization.
11. Ability to tactfully deal with parties with conflicting needs or expectations to reach a solution which best benefits the Village.
12. Ability to work in a collaborative, team environment and maintain a positive, cooperative work atmosphere.
13. Ability to solve problems quickly and efficiently.
14. Knowledge of computer programs and applications including Microsoft Office, database management, internet applications, and GIS.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

1. Ability to operate equipment and machinery with some requiring complex and rapid adjustments, such as computer keyboard/terminal, calculator, fax machine, telephone, drafting instruments, and motor vehicles.
2. Ability to coordinate eyes, hands and limbs in performing skilled movements such as rapid keyboard use.
3. Ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary light work, typically involving lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling.
4. Ability to sustain prolonged visual concentration.
5. Ability to work under moderately safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to environmental factors such as temperature variations and extremes, toxic agents, noise, machinery, and/or dust, may cause some discomfort and where there is little risk of minor injury.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Typical multi-functional office environment serving the public with occasional outside work required. Potential exposure to unsafe conditions while on construction sites. Proper safety equipment shall be provided and is expected to be worn at all times while on job sites.

MEDICAL REQUIREMENT
Applicants may be required to submit to a medical examination prior to appointment, consistent with requirements of the position.

To apply: email resume, cover letter, and Village Employment Application (downloadable at www.kronenwetter.org/employment_opportunites/index.php) to the Community Development Director at nsandwick@kronenwetter.gov.

BENEFITS

Benefits of this full time position include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, retirement, family and medical leave, vacation, sick leave, and professional development.

For more information about benefits, see the Village of Kronenwetter Employee Handbook online (https://www.kronenwetter.org/VOK%20Employee%20Handbook%20approved%202132023.pdf).