Anderson Township, Ohio, seeks qualified applicants for a Planning & Zoning Technician position.  Located immediately east of the City of Cincinnati, in Hamilton County, Ohio, Anderson Township is a progressive community of approximately 45,000 residents, and consistently ranks as one of the most desirable places to live in Greater Cincinnati. 

Anderson Township is well known for its initiatives in Greenspace preservation, its Anderson Trails program, as well as recent efforts to develop a “Center of the Community”.  These physical planning activities and achievements have accompanied many quality of life and event offerings, which have created a sense of community and enhanced the Township's character.

The Planning & Zoning Technician assists the Development Services Department in land use planning, zoning administration, code enforcement and other duties as assigned, and provides assistance to Department customers at the reception area, on phone calls and through other contact measures.  The Planning & Zoning Technician will be responsible for development services activities such as processing zoning applications, requests for information, logging complaints, and other short term activities.  This individual will also assist with other Department activities, including a work program that includes ongoing initiatives in the Township.

The successful applicant must possess an understanding of land use planning and have strong written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge in computer applications related to planning and geographic information systems is a plus. Applicants must have at least, 1) A bachelor's degree in planning or related field and one (1) year of applicable planning experience; or, 2) Three (3) years of experience in a similar position.  Prior local government experience is preferred.  The salary range for this position is $30,000 to $35,000, with an excellent benefits package.

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Interested applicants must submit cover letter and resume by Friday, February 5, 2010, to: Suzanne M. Parker, Assistant Administrator for Human Resources, Anderson Township, 7850 Five Mile Road, Anderson Township, Ohio  45230-2356, Voice:  (513) 688-8400, Fax:  (513) 231-2967, Email:  sparker@andersontownship.org.