Permit Specialist/Code Enforcement Officer

Responsibilities:1. Board and Commission Support• Provide administrative staff support for the Hollywood Park Planning Commission, including public notification, preparation of agendas, staff reports, minutes, and assist with training and administrative support needs.• Provide administrative staff support for the Hollywood Park Board of Zoning Appeals, including public notification, preparation of case files, agendas, and case summaries, and assist with training and administrative support needs. • Provide administrative staff support for the Hollywood Park Historic District Commission, including public notification, preparation of files, agendas, minutes, and certificates of review, and assisting with training and administrative support needs.2. Permitting and Plan Review• Provide day-to-day oversight of the building and land use permitting process, including assistance to applicants and professional consultants during the permitting process, review of permits prior to issuance for completeness, and coordination with inside and outside review agencies during the review process.• Review all major site plans for compliance with the City’s land use ordinances, including field inspection reports as needed, and coordination with the City Engineer, Water, and Street Departments as necessary, providing City review summaries to permit applicants and professional consultants.3. Code Enforcement• Respond to complaints and proactively note code enforcement violations.• Correct code enforcement violations by following the process defined in City code, to include the issuance of citations and court appearances.• Manage code enforcement process effectively to ensure compliance.This employee is also expected to provide assistance within the Department of Community Development as assigned by the Director.Reporting and Supervision:The position will report directly to the Director of Community Development.Qualifications:An ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree and have 2 or more years of experience in local government or planning, drafting, surveying, or similar programs or fields. Candidates with an Associate’s degree or extensive experience will also be considered for this position.Computer proficiency is required, including Microsoft Office and Excel and cloud based software solutions. Valid and current Class C Maryland driver’s license or equivalent from another State.Candidates should be oriented to public service and are expected and work well in a team environment. The candidate must be organized, reliable, and self-motivated. Strong customer service skills are required as the position requires various types of interactions with citizens, developers, and volunteer board members in a professional manner.