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•Respond to inquiries and concerns regarding the City’s planning and zoning operations and applicable codes in-person or via phone and email. •Assist in the review of building site plans and zoning permits and requirements for compliance. •Assist boards and commissions by managing agendas and deadlines. Administrative Duties: •Provides information and education to interested parties regarding code requirements, options and remedies. •Keeps current with information on property maintenance and code compliance inspection practices. •Interprets and applies City enforcement policies and ordinances as approved by the City Council. •Identifies changes and relevant potential amendments to municipal code. •Contributes to reviewing, developing, and modifying code compliance strategies, policies, and procedures. •Participate in the formation of departmental long range and strategic plans. Competencies Common to All City Positions: •Develop, maintain a thorough working knowledge of, and comply with all departmental and applicable City policies and procedures. •Demonstration by personal example the spirit of service, excellence, and integrity expected from all staff. •Develop respectful and cooperative working relationships with co-workers, including willing assistance to newer staff so job responsibilities can be performed with confidence as quickly as possible. •Confer regularly with and keep immediate supervisor informed of all important matters which pertain to the applicable job functions and responsibilities. •Represent the City of Lake Elmo in a professional manner to the public, outside contacts and constituencies. While these are the primary focus of the position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be called upon to perform a variety of duties as part of their role with the City. Position Requirements Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: •Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks, solve problems and meet deadlines. •Interface with other City, County and State Government entities and other jurisdictions when required. •Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills. •Knowledge of or ability to learn city ordinances, policies, and procedures related to code enforcement, planning, zoning and development regulations. •Knowledge of or ability to learn principles and practices of land use and city planning. •Ability to maintain composure under pressure, as well as in difficult or tense situations. •Ability to learn to use a variety of software applications applicable to land use planning. •Ability to read, analyze and clearly interpret professional publications, technical manuals, and land use planning and zoning regulations to communicate these to nonexperts in understandable terms. •Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. •Prepare clear and concise written reports and materials for presentations.