Zoning Inspector

Zoning Inspector
- Full-Time | Wage range: $28.00 - $30.00/hour

Berlin Township is seeking a professional, detail-oriented Zoning Inspector to oversee zoning administration and code enforcement activities throughout the Township. This position plays a vital role in protecting public safety, supporting responsible development, and ensuring compliance with Township zoning regulations. The successful candidate will work closely with residents, contractors, Township officials, and local boards to review permits, conduct inspections, investigate complaints, and provide guidance on zoning requirements while delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining accurate records.

The Zoning Inspector reports to the Director of Zoning.

Individual is responsible for the consistent enforcement and administration of the zoning codes, standards and Township regulations that promote public safety and welfare and conserve natural resources and monitor improvements to building and any other duties pursuant to O.R.C. 519.16 and as further assigned by the Berlin Township Board of Trustees (the "Board").

• Minimum of a high school education plus a minimum of 2 years of general office experience which must include working collaboratively and serving clients or customers.
• Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  - Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and other software programs such as Google products and Zoning technology.
• Must possess strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must remain bonded and/or insurable under the applicable Township policies.
• Ideal applicants will possess a college degree in the field of planning or the equivalent to at least 1 to 2 years of work experience preferred that contains some combination of private, municipal, or another governmental role in the area of planning/zoning or a related field.

• Answer questions regarding specific zoning of parcels;
• Performs weekly or other periodic inspections within the unincorporated areas of the Township for zoning compliance and/or violations;
• Provides the Board with periodic updates on Zoning Department Activities;
• Informs public of zoning code requirements;
• Inspects proposed staked out building locations and monitors all building activities to ensure zoning permits are obtained and all regulations are adhered to;
• Notify alleged zoning violations, keep log of same, and assist in the prosecution of same;
• Process applications and amendments intended to initiate a proposed zoning change as well as applications for variances, appeals and conditional uses;
• Review subdivision plats and/or drawings to ensure compliance with Township zoning regulations;
• Maintain records and/or files of all zoning activities;
• Serve as liaison between the Board, Board of Zoning Appeals and the Zoning Commission;
• On a semi-monthly, monthly and yearly, or other basis, presents acceptable written and verbal reports to the Board and Trustee Liaison, BZA and Zoning Commission on. Department activities and provides information requested by. Board and Commission members;
• Discusses and answers complaints from the general public;
• Performs follow-up inspection on complaints to determine zoning compliance;
• Issues zoning permits after proof of compliance has been determined;
• Performs compliance inspection at project completion to confirm compliance with zoning standards;
• Supports building regulations programs and other programs by working with local agencies to include writing and monitoring contracts, attending meetings, conferences, workshops, training sessions, and performing a variety of public relations duties;
• Works overtime as may be required from time to time;
• Communicates with Township officials, Township officers, Township employees, outside agencies and residents with respect and dignity and in a professional and business-like manner;
• Prepares professionally written correspondence, completes forms and develops reports associated with the public assistance operation;
• Handles client complaints and public inquiries regarding programs;
• Maintains regular, predictable in person attendance at the Township's work sites and locations;
• Work irregular hours (e.g., evenings, nights, weekends.) or overtime as necessary;

• Ability to operate a variety of technology office equipment such as computer, copier, typewriter, telephone, calculator, facsimile machine, small hand tools, probe, tape measure, measuring wheel, architect scale, engineer scale, and other equipment necessary to perform duties;
• Strong communication skills to work with township officials and residents.
• Ability to comprehend various construction drawings;
• Ability to read, comprehend and interpret zoning text;
• Ability to consistently enforce codes and regulations without backing down;
• Knowledge of general surveying terms and procedures;
• Knowledge of state and local zoning law;
• Ability to schedule work to achieve time critical…