MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training and Experience:
The qualifications required would generally be acquired with High School Diploma or
GED and five (5) years of experience in the administering and enforcing zoning of other
municipal regulations or any equivalent combination of education, training and
experience. An associate’s degree can substitute for two (2) years of experience, a
Bachelors/advanced degree can substitute for three (3) years of experience.
Special Requirements:
Must have and maintain: Valid CT Driver’s License. CAZEO-CZEO certification or acquire within one year of
accepting the position. CT DEEP Municipal Inland Wetlands Agency Comprehensive Training completed or
within one year of accepting the position or an agreed upon timeline by the Director of Planning, Conservation
& Development.
Knowledge, Ability and Skill:
Knowledge: Knowledge of the principles and practices of land use management, planning, zoning
enforcement; knowledge of code enforcement principles, practices and methods as applicable to a
municipal setting; working knowledge of local ordinances and regulations and State Statutes relating to
zoning laws and regulations; knowledge of inspection techniques; knowledge of building permit process and
how it relates to the zoning regulations; some knowledge of computer applications appropriate for office.
Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word and Excel; modern office practices and
procedures;
Ability: Ability to read and interpret site plans, drawings and specifications; ability to measure using an
engineer’s scale and perform basic arithmetic and geometric calculations; ability to perform technical
research and analysis in the field of zoning regulations; ability to investigate and enforce zoning and local
ordinances with firmness and tact; ability to prepare, organize and maintain zoning records; ability to analyze,
interpret and explain planning/zoning regulations, ordinances, reports and studies; ability to take initiative in
field situations without supervision; ability to deal effectively and consistently with Town staff and officials,
developers, attorneys, and the public; ability to prepare and present technical, evidence, exhibits and
narrative reports in oral and written form and for use in courts; ability to resolve conflicts in an effective
manner. Ability to utilize the Town’s GIS system and experience with municipal land use permitting software.
Skill: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; aptitude for working with people and maintaining
effective working relationships with various groups; aptitude for working with paperwork and details; aptitude
for working with architectural drawings, site plans and maps; aptitude for working with and explaining laws
and regulations to people; good public relations and conflict resolutions skills; skill in using the mentioned
equipment.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work Environment None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Outdoor Weather Conditions X
Work in high, precarious places X
Work with toxic or caustic chemical X
Work with fumes or airborne particles X
Non weather related –extreme heat/cold X
Work near moving mechanical parts X
Risk of electrical shock X
Vibration X
Other-Inspect Development/Construction X
Projects
Physical Activity None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Standing X
Walking X
Sitting X
Talking & Hearing X
Using hands/fingers to handle/feel X
Climbing or balancing X
Stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling X
Reaching with hands and arms X
Tasting or smelling X
Bending, pulling, pushing X
Other-Driving X
Other-Moving from sitting to standing at X
counter
Lifting Requirements None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Up to 10 pounds X
Up to 25 pounds X
Up to 50 pounds X
Up to 75 pounds X
Up to 100 pounds X
Over 100 pounds X
Noise Levels None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Very Quiet (forest, isolation booth) X
Quiet (library, private office) X
Moderate noise (computer, light traffic) X
Loud Noise (heavy equipment/traffic) X
Very Loud (jack hammer work) X

VISION REQUIREMENTS:

X Close vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 inches or less)
X Distance vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 feet or more)
X Color vision (i.e. ability to identify and distinguish colors)
X Peripheral vision (i.e. ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or left and right while
the eyes are fixed on a given point)
X Depth perception (i.e. three dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
__ No special vision requirements
We are an equal opportunity employer, women and minorities encouraged to apply. All resumes are confidential. Candidates must
successfully pass a substance abuse test including marijuana given at the Town’s expense. The Town of Branford conducts
background investigations for all positions prior to hiring. Refusal to sign the release form will terminate the candidate for further
consideration.

POSITION SUMMARY/PURPOSE:

You will administer and enforce the zoning regulations, inland wetlands and watercourses regulations and
other regulations as directed; reviews all applications that relate to the regulations; performs inspections and
investigates complaints related to the regulations and inland wetlands and watercourses regulations. This
position assists customers with various questions related to the regulations. The Zoning and Wetlands
Enforcement Officer is required to exercise judgment in administering and enforcing the department
regulations and is responsible for maintaining and improving upon the efficiency and effectiveness of all
areas under his/her direction and control.

duties that may be assigned)

• Meets with owners, tenants, contractors, developers, businesses, etc. to review and explain zonin