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The Zoning Administrator / Code Enforcement Officer is responsible for administering and enforcing the City of Magee’s Zoning Ordinance, land-use regulations, property maintenance standards, and related municipal codes. This position ensures compliance with the City’s development standards, promotes orderly growth, and protects the health, safety, and welfare of Magee residents. Under the supervision of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen, this position works closely with the City Clerk, Building Official, Planning & Zoning Commission, Public Works, and the Magee Fire Department to carry out zoning reviews, inspections, permitting, and enforcement actions.
Job Responsibility:
Administers and enforces the City of Magee Zoning Ordinance, including regulations for residential, commercial, industrial, agricultural, and overlay districts
Reviews zoning requests such as rezonings, variances, special exceptions, and conditional uses and prepares staff summaries for the Magee Planning Commission and Board of Aldermen
Maintains and updates the Official Zoning Map of the City of Magee, ensuring all amendments adopted by the Board are recorded
Reviews site plans, plats, and building permit applications for compliance with the zoning ordinance, setbacks, signage requirements, parking standards, and landscaping requirements
Conducts field inspections to verify compliance with approved zoning cases and development plans
Coordinates with the City Clerk’s office to ensure public notices, advertising, and hearing procedures comply with Mississippi law
Enforces Municipal Code provisions, including nuisance abatement, tall grass and weeds, junk and debris, unsafe or dilapidated structures, abandoned or inoperable vehicles, and signage violations
Responds to citizen complaints submitted through City Hall, Board of Aldermen, or police dispatch
Issues Notices of Violation, Orders to Abate, and citations under authority granted by Magee’s municipal code
Works with property owners and businesses to achieve voluntary compliance before initiating legal action
Coordinates with the Magee Police Department for violations requiring citations and with the Magee Fire Department regarding unsafe structures or fire code concerns
Prepares cases for Magee Municipal Court and provides documentation and testimony as required
Oversees enforcement of regulations related to mobile homes, temporary structures, and unpermitted construction, in accordance with city ordinance
Reviews zoning compliance for all building permits issued through City Hall
Ensures all construction, renovation, or land-use activities meet zoning requirements before the issuance of building or occupancy permits
Maintains complete files of inspections, permits, correspondence, and enforcement actions in accordance with city record-keeping standards
Works with the City Clerk to maintain accurate records for the Planning Commission and Board of Aldermen agenda items
Provides guidance to residents, builders, developers, and business owners regarding Magee’s zoning and code enforcement requirements
Assists applicants with navigating the Planning & Zoning process, including deadlines, application requirements, and public hearing procedures
Communicates effectively and professionally, even in situations involving conflict or noncompliance
Educates the public on city ordinances, standards, and expectations for property maintenance
Requirements:
High school diploma or GED required
coursework in planning, community development, construction, or public administration preferred
Experience in zoning, building inspection, code enforcement, or municipal government preferred
Certification as a Zoning Official, Code Enforcement Officer, or related ICC credentials preferred or obtainable within 12–18 months of employment
Valid Mississippi driver’s license
Knowledge of the City of Magee Zoning Ordinance, subdivision regulations, and municipal code provisions
Familiarity with Mississippi laws governing zoning, land use, municipal courts, and code enforcement
Ability to read and interpret site plans, construction drawings, plats, and zoning maps
Strong communication, documentation, and conflict-resolution skills
Ability to prepare clear, concise staff reports for the Planning Commission and Board of Aldermen
Competence in conducting inspections, taking photographs, documenting evidence, and maintaining orderly case files
Proficiency with computers, GIS mapping, basic drafting, and permitting or code enforcement software
Nice to have:
Coursework in planning, community development, construction, or public administration
Experience in zoning, building inspection, code enforcement, or municipal government
Certification as a Zoning Official, Code Enforcement Officer, or related ICC credentials