Performs difficult professional and complex technical work administering and enforcing the County’s Zoning Ordinance as required by Virginia State Code; does related work as required. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Planning and Zoning. Supervision is exercised over zoning personnel.

• Supervises zoning services; oversees the review of plans and applications for zoning permit compliance; researches and prepares interpretations of proffers, determinations, and vesting decisions; oversees compliance of the County’s proffer program; coordinates staff support for the Board of Zoning Appeals; prepares and maintains records and files;
• Supervises the review and approval of zoning permit applications for residential, commercial, and industrial development;
• Manages investigations and inspections of zoning cases to ensure compliance with pertinent laws and ordinances, when instances of noncompliance are discovered, attempts to secure voluntary conformance;
• Maintain the Conditional Zoning Index as required by State Code;
• Oversees the daily operation of the zoning section;
• Inspects development projects for compliance with approved site plans and takes appropriate action to correct noncompliance;
• Insures compliance with proffers and conditional use permits, special exceptions and variances and takes appropriate action to correct noncompliance prior to issuance of the certificate of occupancy;
• Researches and prepares, and issues official interpretations of proffers, determinations and vesting decisions;
• Administers the County’s proffer compliance program, including public education and enforcement;
• Provides staff support to the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA);
• Makes presentations to the BZA and Planning Commission;
• Consults with County Attorney for vesting determinations and proffer interpretations;
• Oversees the management of records and inspection reports;
• Performs related tasks as required.

• Thorough knowledge of municipal ordinances governing zoning related codes; 
• Thorough knowledge of proffer program administration; 
• General knowledge of routine legal procedures as related to the enforcement of laws and ordinances; 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with property owners, building contractors, attorneys, engineers, County officials, and the general public; 
• Ability to lead collaboratively with integrity and understanding; 
• Ability to work in internal and external workgroups and team environments; 
• Ability to prepare clear and comprehensive reports; 
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely, both vocally and in writing; 
• Ability to enforce ordinances and regulations with firmness, tact, and impartiality.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in planning, architecture, engineering or related field, law enforcement, building inspection and code administration, and 9 years of experience in codes and proffer enforcement, to include supervisory responsibilities. Specific experience in administering a local zoning ordinance is preferred.

Certification as a Zoning Official and Zoning Administrator through the Virginia Association of Zoning Officials, or equivalent, is required.