ZONING INSPECTOR (Mobile)

This is inspection and enforcement work to assure compliance with zoning regulations and ordinances.

Good knowledge of standards and practices of the building trades; good knowledge of building and zoning codes and related laws and ordinances; good knowledge of zoning enforcement procedures and legal requirements; ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and blueprints; ability to prepare clear and concise technical reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, property owners and the general public.

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class.)  Reviews building applications and blueprints for new construction, additions and accessory structures to ensure compliance with zoning regulations; investigates reports and complaints of zoning violations; issues notices of violation and recommends course of action for correction; maintains records, photographs and other files; conducts follow-up inspections; coordinates the scheduling of and conducts field inspections; coordinates administrative actions and procedures necessary for the legal determination of zoning violations; assists in the planning and development of proposed zoning expansion; maintains patrol of existing zoned areas; records new construction and properties which have not applied for land use certificates and conducts follow-up investigations; investigates existing properties for violations of zoning, signage, and land use laws and regulations; inspects permitted business signs and banners for compliance with sign regulations; investigates non-permitted signs; posts notices at location sites of hearings proposing zoning changes; performs related work as required.

An employee in this class is responsible for conducting inspections, enforcing compliance with zoning regulations and reviewing and approving new construction plans for adherence to zoning ordinances.  Work is performed in accordance with established guidelines and procedures under the general supervision of the Inspection Services Director or other designated superior.  No supervision is exercised over others.