Zoning Administrator, Part-Time

PART-TIME ZONING ADMINISTRATOR / E911 COORDINATOR

The Town of Highgate is seeking a reliable, organized, and community-minded individual to serve as its Part-Time Zoning Administrator / E911 Coordinator. The Zoning Administrator is responsible for the fair, impartial, consistent, and accurate administration of the Town's Development and Subdivision Regulations and serves as a primary resource for residents and applicants regarding land use and development matters. Key responsibilities include Permit Management, including processing applications and permits;
Public Assistance, including responding to zoning inquiries and assisting applicants in understanding regulations and procedures;
Board Support, including providing administrative support to the Development Review Board and Planning Commission;
Meeting Compliance, including coordinating required hearing and meeting information with the Town Clerk;
Enforcement & Compliance, including inspections and follow-up on potential violations; GIS & Records, including maintaining zoning records and using the Town's GIS system for mapping and property research; and E911 & Other Municipal Duties, including addressing and mapping responsibilities. The position requires strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently while providing professional and impartial service to the public.

Experience with Vermont municipal government, zoning, permitting, GIS, or E911 is helpful. A comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities is available in the full job description. This is a part-time position, working 23 hours per week, with a starting rate of $24-$28 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

The Town of Highgate is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

The Town reserves the right to interview qualified applicants as applications are received and to fill the position before the closing date.