Zoning Reviewer Lead

Zoning Reviewer Lead

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Zoning Reviewer Lead

Salary

$66,764.28 Annually

Location

City of Coral Gables, FL

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

1133

Department

Development Services Department

Opening Date

08/26/2026

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

Summary

This position performs technical, complex work involving the enforcement of zoning regulations and coordination of work assignments for Zoning Planners and Inspector.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

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.

Qualifications

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.

HOLIDAYS: 16 days including 3 floating days.

SICK LEAVE: 96 hours annually.

ANNUAL LEAVE: 80 hours in the first year of employment, increasing up to 188 hours after 25 years. Employees must take 40 hours of annual leave each year.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 or 10 work days for the death of a family member in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement and the City's Personnel Rules & Regulations.

MEDICAL INSURANCE: Fully paid by the City (HMO Select). Coverage becomes effective 1st of month following 30 days. Employee may purchase coverage for eligible dependents at a cost of approximately 50% of the premium.

DENTAL INSURANCE: Available to all employees through payroll deduction.

LIFE INSURANCE : Term Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment equal to 1 x annual salary, fully paid by the City (up to $200,000).

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS: Several plans available, such as Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance and Critical Illness policies through payroll deductions.

LEGAL SERVICES: Legal Service plan available at a cost to employees through payroll deductions.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Employees are given the option to defer a portion of their pre-tax salary into the 457 Deferred Compensation Program.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: $2000 per semester ($6,000 maximum annually) for approved college coursework.

SAFETY GLASSES: Required safety glasses are provided every 2 years.

RECREATIONAL USE: Employee, spouse and immediate family members seventeen (17) years of age and under are entitled to the benefits below:

• Venetian Pool – No charge for daily admission.

• Tennis Centers – No charge for daily court fees.

• Youth Center – 50% off residential rates for memberships and 50% off camps and other programs.

Golf at Biltmore & Granada:

• Monday through Friday – no charge.

• Saturday, Sunday and Holidays:

• Before Noon – Twilight fees apply

• After Noon – No charge

(cart fees apply at all times)

PENSION: Mandatory employee contribution of 10% of salary. Vesting period is 10 years.

OR

As of 6/14/2016 - DEFINED CONTRIBUTION: 401(a) - Contribution by City of 7% of employee base annual salary. Vesting period 5 years. Employee not required to contribute.

Note: Benefits subject to change.

Please refer to the collective bargaining agreement for current benefits.

01

Do you have a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Planning, Landscape Architecture, or a related field?

• Yes

• No

02

Do you have 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?

• Yes

• No

03

Do you have experience interpreting and implementing land use regulations, reviewing site and elevation plans, and working with legal descriptions for parcels of land for code compliance?

• Yes

• No

04

Do you have Computer Aided Design software knowledge ?

• Yes

• No

05

Do you have a valid Florida Driver's License?

• Yes

• No

Required Question

Employer

The City of Coral Gables

Address

214 Minorca Avenue Coral Gables, Florida, 33134

Phone

305-460-5523

Website

http://www.coralgables.com