Posting number: 1133
Department: Development Services Department
Job classification: Zoning Reviewer Lead
Posting type: Open
Categories: Architecture
This position performs technical, complex work involving the enforcement of zoning regulations and coordination of work assignments for Zoning Planners and Inspector.
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.
Coordinates work assignments for Zoning Planners and Zoning Inspector. Reviews work, provides technical assistance, approves leaves, assists with performance reviews, and advises supervisor on disciplinary problems.
Reviews and analyses plans for proposed construction covering residential, mixed use projects, and commercial projects to determine conformity to applicable Zoning codes, regulations, and maps.
Performs field inspections, as needed.
Studies new ordinances, rulings, interpretations, records old and new information from other departments concerning building permits, and other related data.
Coordinates with Board of Adjustment duties as assigned, including but not limited to attending the Board meetings, preparing staff reports, and making presentations to the Board.
Explains zoning regulations and plan compliance to developers, architects, engineers, contractors, property owners, and others.
Interprets zoning codes, regulation and maps, as required, to determine individual project compliance with the City’s zoning and relevant city code requirements.
Computes and verifies development calculations such as building heights, number of stories, setback, ground coverage, floor area, parking space, lot size, and landscaping areas for all assigned projects.
Assists in preparing and revising maps, graphs, charts, forms and other zoning materials.
Assists other staff with the development of new zoning code amendments, regulations, and interpretations.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Planning, Landscape Architecture, or related field.
Four (4) years of experience with emphasis in reviewing complex projects for compliance with various code requirements and one (1) year of prior supervisory experience.
Experience interpreting and implementing land use regulations, reviewing site and elevation plans, and working with legal descriptions for parcels of land for code compliance.
Computer Aided Design software knowledge required.
Valid Florida Driver's License.
A comparable amount of training or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Known as The City Beautiful, Coral Gables stands out as a planned community that blends color, details, and the Mediterranean Revival architectural style.
Coral Gables is a major employment center, with almost as many people working in the City as living there. The Coral Gables economy is comprised of local and international businesses, but unlike other parts of Florida, it is not influenced as strongly by seasonal shifts. The City is especially desirable to businesses because of its proximity to Miami International Airport, the Port of Miami, and downtown Miami, while also being convenient for executive housing. In addition, a vintage style trolley connects many of the commercial districts, Grand Avenue and the Metrorail. The City has a strong offering of banking, investment institutions, health care, and professional services, as well as being the international headquarters for Bacardi and Del Monte Fresh Produce. The University of Miami (UM) is also located in Coral Gables, and is the City's largest employer.
UM, a research university, is ranked 50th among the nations top-tier institutions in the U.S. News & World Report ratings of "America's Best Colleges." Also located within the City is Northwestern University's prestigious Kellogg School of Management Executive MBA Program. Coral Gables' lower schools offer strong academic and international programs including an international baccalaureate program at Coral Gables Senior High and at Gulliver Preparatory School.
The City provides excellent municipal services, including an accredited Police Department, as well as a Class 1 Fire Department and a Class 1 Building Division. In addition, Coral Gables has been named a Tree City USA for the last 31 consecutive years, and selected as a Playful City USA for eight years in a row.
Excellent municipal services, high quality of life, convenient access, responsible growth and a diversified economy make Coral Gables a highly desirable place to live, work and play.
