Part-Time Zoning Administrator – Town of Fletcher

Oct 22, 2026

The Town of Fletcher, in Franklin County, is a rural community of approximately 1,350 residents (2020 census). The town includes the villages of Fletcher, West Fletcher, East Fletcher and Binghamville, and is home to Fletcher Elementary School. The Town Office is at 33 Shaw Road, Fletcher, VT.

The Zoning Administrator is the principal staff person responsible for administering and enforcing the Fletcher Development Regulations (Zoning and Subdivision), and is the first point of contact for all building and subdivision permit applications.

The Zoning Administrator is nominated by the Planning Commission and appointed by the Select Board for a three-year term. The Select Board, after consultation with the Planning Commission, may reappoint the Zoning Administrator for additional terms.

This position reports to and works under the supervision of the Planning Commission and the Select Board.

• Status: Part-time, paid hourly plus mileage
• Hours: Vary with workload, and include regular office hours on Monday evenings, 6:00-8:00 pm. The position requires attending Development Review Board hearings and site visits, and Planning Commission and Select Board meetings as needed. Most of these meetings are held in the evening.

The Zoning Administrator:

• Works independently, administering the Development Regulations literally as required by Vermont law (24 V.S.A. § 4448), with sound judgment and tact.
• Ensures compliance with the Fletcher Development Regulations and Vermont state statute (24 V.S.A. Chapter 117).
• Provides a high level of service to applicants, the Development Review Board (DRB), and the Planning Commission.
• Is knowledgeable about local development review processes and familiar with applicable state permitting procedures.
• Works respectfully and effectively with the public and municipal officials.
• Maintains strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Works closely with the Select Board, Planning Commission, DRB, Town Clerk, and Listers on zoning matters, including amendments to the Development Regulations.

Administration of the Fletcher Development Regulations
, including:

• Explaining the Development Regulations to property owners, developers, legal and real estate professionals, and the public.
• Providing parcel-specific information, including dimensional requirements, permit history, and review processes.
• Processing zoning and subdivision permit applications, issuing permits or referring applications to the DRB as appropriate, and providing and posting required notices.
• Preparing preliminary review reports for DRB applications and attending DRB hearings and site visits.
• Referring applicants to the Agency of Natural Resources permit specialist for state permits as appropriate.
• Investigating potential violations, issuing notices of violation, and working with landowners to achieve compliance.
• Coordinating with the E-911 Coordinator when new permits require a 911 address.
• Maintaining permit records and providing copies of approved permits to the Fletcher Listers.
• Helping the Planning Commission identify unclear or conflicting language in the Development Regulations or Town Plan and suggesting revisions.
• Preparing a Zoning Administrator's Report for the DRB, Planning Commission, Select Board, and the Annual Town Report.

• Experience as a Zoning Administrator or in land use, planning, or a related field (relevant education preferred).
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with tact and fairness toward all parties.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency with computers, including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and online systems.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, maps, and drawings; GIS experience a plus.
• Ability to interact effectively and respectfully with the public.
• Willingness to attend evening meetings of the Planning Commission and DRB, and site visits as needed.
• Familiarity with the Fletcher Development Regulations and Town Plan preferred.
• Willingness to attend relevant trainings and participate in the Vermont Zoning Administrator listserv.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.

Title Part-Time Zoning Administrator

Pay Hourly, commensurate with experience, as set by the…