Building & Zoning Coordinator

Skokie IL

18 April, 2022

10:33 AM

Description

The Village of Skokie is accepting applications for the position of full time Building & Zoning Coordinator. Under general direction of the Building & Zoning Manager, this position coordinates and administers activities and programs within the Building & Zoning Services Division; Assists with monitoring property building permits and inspections; Processes and assigns the review of online building permit applications; Completes the clerical review and permit issuance steps for commercial permit applications; Reviews zoning requirements for residential permit applications; Develops and maintains monthly tracking reports related to permits, inspections, and associated response times; Serves as a point person for permit and inspection software; Provides high-level customer service to Village residents and other stakeholders; Performs other duties, as assigned. Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Public Administration, or related field; Minimum two years’ experience working for a municipality in an office setting or Master’s Degree in Planning or Public Administration; Must possess excellent organization skills, be proficient in general office procedures, and Microsoft Suite applications; Working knowledge of permitting and inspection procedures, construction principles, techniques and components, and Village construction codes and ordinances; Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills; Frequent interaction with residents and the general public demands excellent interpersonal communication skills; Must be able to speak and understand English; Bi-lingual skills helpful, but not required; Valid Driver’s License required. Hourly Pay Rate: $29.58 - $32.65 Generous benefits package includes medical, dental & life insurance; IMRF retirement pension; paid vacation days, sick days, and holidays in the first year; 457(b) retirement savings plan. To be considered for this position, please submit a properly completed Application for Employment to: Village of Skokie, Human Resources Office, 5127 Oakton Street, Skokie, IL 60077 or email to [email protected] by Friday, April 29, 2022. Applications are available to download on the Skokie Jobs page at www.skokie.org. Faxes are not accepted. EOE Employer