SENIOR ZONING PLANS EXAMINER (NON-COMPETITIVE)

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SENIOR ZONING PLANS EXAMINER (NON-COMPETITIVE)

Salary

$70,279.55 - $106,847.10 Annually

Location

Ohio 45202, OH

Job Type

Full-time Classified

Job Number

25-01759 (NC)

Department

City Planning Department

Opening Date

07/14/2025

Closing Date

7/28/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Description
Benefits
Questions

General Statement of Duties

In addition to performing the general duties performed by a Zoning Plans Examiner, this employee performs a variety of administrative tasks involving the management of a division or section of a city department. Responsibilities include managing, reviewing and assigning, reviewers for various Zoning Review Programs. The employee ensures compliance with divisional and departmental policies and procedures, initiating direction for all activities within the division or section, and supervising and monitoring the activities of subordinate personnel. Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of surveying, drafting, architecture, civil engineering and landscape architecture. Principles and practices of municipal zoning, urban planning and Historic Conservation.

Pertinent local, state, and federal codes, laws, and regulations related to development. Computer resources to obtain and analyze information in various output formats.

Appropriate city, state, and federal laws, regulations, and procedures.

Intergovernmental relationships, responsibilities, and funding authorities. Legislative and administrative policies, procedures, and functions of municipal government.

Administrative and management principles regarding program evaluation, staffing requirements, tables of organization, and administrative analyses.

Budget methods for municipal government and for programs funded with monies from the federal government.

Principles of supervision and staffing. Principles of customer service.

Skill to:

Operate appropriate computer equipment; use properly all related hardware and software.

Actively listen in a variety of situations.

Assess the performance of self and others. Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.

Practice effective time management.

Ability to:

Implement and maintain positive employee relations. Promote and maintain highest integrity throughout all personnel. Process information with a high degree of attention to detail. Identify, analyze, and solve complex problems.

Develop and employ information systems using various types of data.

Generalize and make appropriate inferences from available data and observation.

Plan complex work processes and procedures for self and others to follow.

Formulate innovative ideas and approaches to management situations.

Make decisions based on a logical analysis of information.

Develop graphic presentations and reports. Conduct an evaluation of a program.

Observe and analyze operations. Manage multiple projects and timelines Plan, staff, direct, and coordinate work projects.

Establish and maintain effective work relationships with officials, colleagues, and the general public.

Show appropriate assertiveness and tact with colleagues and the general public. Maintain confidentiality of City or employee information.

Examples of Work Performed:

(Illustrative only. Any one position within this classification may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all of the tasks which may be performed.)

Performs duties of the lower-level classifications within the Zoning series.

Interprets zoning codes to determine applicability to zoning issues and cases.

Perform and supervise duties related to the enforcement of city codes and ordinances, site development review, and other related zoning and development standards. Plans, prioritizes, assigns, supervises, reviews, and participates in the work of staff responsible for assigned activities.

Supervise and coordinate the review of plans and applications for compliance with the Zoning Code; train inspection staff in the techniques of consistent zone enforcement, including documentation of field observations and research of local zoning history.

Participate in the development of policies and procedures; monitor work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures; make recommendations for changes and improvements to existing standards and procedures; provide technical advice to Director; attend meetings as assigned. Serve as liaison for and advisor to other agencies relating to housing, planning, economic development and other zoning-related matters.

Prepares or directs the preparation of reports, recommendations, and presentations to the department/division Director, City Manager, City Council, other City departments, and the general public.

Tracks progress of projects and ensures timely progress; communicates measurable and time-sensitive directives to appropriate staff to solve problems. Assists in Division Quality Control and performance review metrics.

Ensures compliance with divisional/departmental policies; monitors compliance with the requirements of programs or projects; ensures accuracy of audit information. Develops constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintains them over time.

Attends workshops, meetings and conferences as a representative of the division/department or the City.

Conducts a variety of professional level analytical and technical activities related to the assigned functions.

Required Education and Experience

Each applicant must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the following course areas: city/urban planning, geography, architecture, landscape architecture, historic preservation, engineering or public administration and four years of paid work experience in the areas of engineering, architecture, zoning, or planning.

Relevant experience may be substituted for the educational requirement and vice versa.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid Driver's License.

Must be an excellent communicator and team builder.

Must be able to work irregular hours, irregular workweek and/or weekends.

MILITARY EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE EVALUATION

Military education and experience may be substituted for college level course work at the lower and upper division baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case by case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide recommendations.

Working and Physical Conditions

Environmental Conditions:

Indoor office environment; some outdoor site visits; exposure to computer screens.

Physical Conditions:

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing and walking for prolonged periods of time; light to moderate lifting; general manual dexterity required; ability to distinguish colors required; must be able to operate vehicle.

HR Contact: Kelli R. Wright; kelli.wright@cincinnati-oh.gov

The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.

The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.

Holidays

The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King Day

President's Day

Memorial Day

Juneteenth

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans' Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving

Christmas

Health Insurance

The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.

Eligible dependents include:

Legal Spouse or Equal Partner

Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")

Step-child

Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian

Basic Life Insurance

A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.

Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.

Flexible Benefits Plans

Healthcare Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.

Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.

Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account

City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work. Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.

Healthy Lifestyles Program

City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health. The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals. These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.

Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.

Retirement Plan

The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-timeemployees. New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system. CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets. CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements. The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.

Deferred Compensation

As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan. The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.

01

In which of the following areas do you possess a bachelors degree:

City/Urban Planning
Geography
Architecture
Landscape Architecture
Historic Preservation
Engineering
Public Administration
closely related flied

02

If you answered "closely related" to the above question, please provide the degree type.

03

How many years of paid work experience in the areas of engineering, architecture, zoning, or planning do you have?
No Experience
Less than 1 year
1-2 years of experience
2-3 years of experience
3-4 years of experience
4-5 years of experience
5+ years of experience

04

Do you understand military education and experience may be substituted for college level course work at the lower and upper division baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case by case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide recommendations?
Yes
No

Required Question

Employer

City of Cincinnati

Address

805 Central Avenue Suite 200

Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202

Phone

513-352-2400

Website

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/cincinnati/default.cfm

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