Zoning Administrator **Dubuque County** 1 Positions ID: 70198 Posted On 06/09/2025 **Job Overview** **Description** Under the direction of the Planning and Development Director, the Zoning Administrator is responsible for administering fair and uniform land use controls including Zoning, and Subdivision and Platting Ordinances. Plays a lead role in administering and enforcing the County’s Zoning Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan. Provides staff support to boards and commissions including the Board of Adjustment, Zoning Commission, Board of Supervisors, and Historic Preservation Commission. Works to maintain and update County ordinances and policies. Supervises, schedules and directs employees. Plans and manages budget system. Educates and assists the public regarding land uses, building permits, and planning. Ensures compliance of ordinances are being met and enforcement of the ordinances. Works with other County departments and officials from other jurisdictions. **Job Duties** **_The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully to be qualified for the position. Other duties may be required and assigned._** + Assist with administering and enforcing the County’s Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision and Platting Ordinance, and Comprehensive Plan. + Prepare written reports and memoranda, recommend measures regarding development projects, rezoning and variance requests, and ensure compliance with County regulations and policy. + Assist in floodplain and watershed management issues. + Assist in overseeing the departmental and County datasets and GIS assets. + Assist in the coordination of multi-departmental review of design review, and written and oral feedback to applicants. + Review and approve building permits, liquor licenses, and entrance permits. + Attend meetings, including the Zoning Commission, Board of Adjustment, and Board of Supervisors and provide written and oral reports and documentation regarding rezoning, variances, conditional or special uses, or platting requests. + Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures, and safety practices. + Develop positive working relationships with work colleagues, commissioners and board members, elected officials, and external officials. **Minimum Qualifications** Education and/or Experience Requirements: + Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, public administration, engineering, geography or related field; and 5 years of experience in urban and regional planning, including some previous supervisory responsibilities; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements: + AICP Certification desired. + Valid driver’s license. **Supplemental Information** Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Qualifications **_In order to perform the functions and responsibilities of the position (listed above) the following knowledge, skills, and abilities are essential._** + Comprehensive planning and current land use planning practices and principles. + Applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances. + Records maintenance and retention policies, procedures, and practices. + Understanding issues related to land development, community and economic development, property taxes, watershed management, and alleged nuisances. + Legal requirements for administration of County ordinances and policies. + Highly effective oral and written skills. + Ability to facilitate and lead groups to achieve goals and promote a positive image for Dubuque County. + Ability to develop policies consistent with the State code, and with County plans, goals, and initiatives. + Ability to adapt to use specialized software for reporting, data logging, etc. + Familiarity with ESRI’s ArcGIS Pro and/or ArcGIS Online. **_In evaluating candidates for this position, Dubuque County may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position._** Physical Requirements + Subject to repetitive motion activities, such as typing, keypad or data entry. + Requires ability to walk steps, reaching, squatting, stooping, bending, standing, sitting, pushing, and pulling. + Occasionally work outdoors on all types of terrain in all weather conditions. Work Environment + Work is primarily indoors in an office setting. + Frequently work with property owners, developers, farmers, contractors, consulting firms, government officials, and the media, occasionally including irritated or agitated individuals. + Work flexible schedule and additional time as needed. + Frequent work-related travel. + Routine work-related evening meetings and events outside the regular work hours. + Occasional working alongside moving traffic on roads. + Handle moderate levels of stress, meet deadlines, and address challenges appropriate to this position. **Equal Opportunity** Dubuque County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Human Resources Department at (563) 589-4441. Primary Contact 1684871036959 Tracey Martin HR Generalist, Human Resources 563-589-4441 Phone Phone Phone 563-587-3836 Fax HR@dubuquecountyiowa.gov Email True False True **Job Details** Categories Government/Public Service Real Estate Location Dubuque, IA Job Type Employee Full/Part Full Time Pay/Salary $92,491.03 - $105,700.98 Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave Paid Holidays **Qualifications** Education Bachelors Experience 5-10 Years Company ID 975 Job REQ # \# Positions 1 Start Date 20250609 End Date 20250721 Featured Job TH Ad TH Comments **Similar Jobs** Maintenance Mechanic - Night Shift (12 Hrs) Amcor Containers & Closures North America (Berry Plastics) Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Sunnycrest Manor CNC Setup Dubuque Screw Products Security Officer Q Casino + Resort Environmental Service Worker Sunnycrest Manor 4-Day Workweek CNC Operators, 2ND & 3RD Shift Dubuque Screw Products CNC Operator Dubuque Screw Products Simo Kitchen - Night Shift Simmons Pet Food Cook Q Casino + Resort Floor Care Worker Sunnycrest Manor Swiss CNC Operator Dubuque Screw Products Senior Filling & Closing Technician Simmons Pet Food Operations Manager Simmons Pet Food Utility Production - Night Shift Simmons Pet Food Marketing Program Manager Flexsteel Industries, Inc Senior Controls Specialist Simmons Pet Food K-12 Science Curriculum Specialist Kendall Hunt Publishing Company Custodian Lead Diamond Jo Casino Production Supervisor (Day Shift-D) Simmons Pet Food Director, Global Payroll McGraw Hill **Share this Job** Dubuque County **About the Company** The Dubuque County Courthouse was built in 1891. The Courthouse serves as the center of County Government offices, and is a dominant landmark in the downtown Dubuque area. It is located at 720 Central Avenue in Dubuque.