Trader (Institutional Municipal Bonds) jobs in Allentown, PA

Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Municipal Zoning Officer. As a Municipal Zoning Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with zoning regulations and ordinances within our municipality. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits.

Responsibilities:
- Conduct research and analysis on zoning regulations, land use plans, and environmental laws
- Liaison to the Zoning Hearing Board and works with the Building Code Official by reviewing building permit applications for compliance with the Zoning Code.
- Advises the Planning Commission on Township zoning issues, meets with residents to evaluate building projects for compliance with the Zoning and Land Development Codes, processes applications to the Zoning Hearing Board, and inspects and issues Notices of Violation for zoning offenses.
- Provide guidance and assistance to property owners regarding zoning requirements and submitting building and zoning applications
- Utilize software such as SmartGov and GIS for permit tracking and data analysis purposes
- Prepare reports and presentations on zoning issues for municipal meetings

Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Environmental Science, or related field preferred
-Minimum 5 years experience with the PA Municipalities Planning Code, strong knowledge of zoning regulations, land use planning principles, and environmental laws required
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Possess a high degree of independent judgement and the ability to work effectively with elected officials, co-workers and the public.
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel and Word)
- Clean driving record, background check and drug screening

Applicant must be willing to attend evening meetings as needed for performance of duties. This is a salaried position and regular business hours are Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm.

We offer competitive pay based on experience and qualifications. Benefits include professional development opportunities, PTO, pension with 6% Township contribution, 90% Township paid health/ dental/ vision insurance, 100% paid ST< Disability, AD&D, and Life insurances.

If you are passionate about zoning, have a keen eye for detail, and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply for the position of Municipal Zoning Officer.

Email cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to treasurer@plainfieldtownship.org.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $74,000.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 43 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• AD&D insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Work setting:

• In-person
• Office

Ability to Relocate:

• Nazareth, PA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person