Assistant Planner/Code Enforcement Officer

Town of Plainville

Plainville, CT United States

Working under the general direction of the Director of Planning & Community Development and administrative supervision of the Town Manager, the Assistant Town Planner / Code Enforcement Officer administers Plainville’s land use programs—including zoning, wetlands, subdivision, and aquifer protection regulations. You will serve as a vital link between the public, property developers, and municipal boards while managing GIS mapping and coordinating our Sustainable CT initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Regulatory Administration: Review, manage, and inspect applications for zoning, wetlands, subdivisions, and aquifer protection to ensure compliance.
  • Community & Board Support: Serve as key technical staff for the Planning & Zoning Commission, Conservation Commission, Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission, and Zoning Board of Appeals (includes attendance at required evening meetings).
  • GIS & Mapping: Update and maintain the Town’s zoning and wetlands maps using ESRI ArcGIS software; maintain land division inventories.
  • Field Inspections & Enforcement: Conduct site inspections (including in variable weather conditions), investigate property maintenance/blight complaints, and resolve violations diplomatically.
  • Leadership & Sustainability: Serve as Acting Director in the Director's absence and coordinate the Town’s Sustainable CT program initiatives. 
Experience Level
Mid I (1-4 years)
AICP Level
--
Specialty
Land Use and Development Regulation and Zoning
Salary Range
83,000 - 93,000

Contact Information

Stacy Buden
Address
One Central Square
Plainville, CT
06062
United States
Resource URL
Email
Phone
860-793-3210