What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lycoming County Seeking a Zoning Officer position at Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Planning Association?
posted on June 1st, 2026
Job Position Zoning Officer Description
Under the supervision of the Director of Planning & Community Development, the Zoning Officer is responsible for:
Job Position Zoning Officer Description
Under the supervision of the Director of Planning & Community Development, the Zoning Officer is responsible for:
- Comprehensive and effective administration of Municipal Zoning Ordinances. Assists with County Zoning permits.
- The promotion of public understanding of the ordinance, the purposes and objectives of zoning, and the public interest justification for land use regulation.
- Associates’ degree in Planning or related field or a combination of equivalent experience sufficient to perform duties listed above.
- Internship with a Planning Agency is desirable. Experience in zoning regulations is desirable. Knowledge of ESRI GIS is desirable. Ability to communicate complex technical and legal matters effectively and courteously with regulated or uninformed parties, plus public speaking, written, and graphics skills required. Capable of using a personal computer to perform the required database, spreadsheet, word processing and related functions. Current, valid Pennsylvania driver’s license with personal vehicle available for work related use required. Must submit to and pass a drug screening and background check per County policy.
- Full-time position in-person in Williamsport, PA
- Monthly Zoning Hearing Board evening meetings, as needed