Oak Creek, WI (pop.  35,739). A vibrant suburban community, Oak Creek is located along the western shore of Lake Michigan and borders the City of Milwaukee to the south. The City is a dynamic regional leader and a driving force of the south shore line.  Residents enjoy Oak Creek’s balance of suburban and rural atmosphere, taking advantage of urban-style city services and abundant recreation outlets, coupled with easy accessibility to the larger metro area’s recreational and cultural activities. Oak Creek is one of the fastest growing cities in Milwaukee County. Oak Creek is a full-service municipality including Police, Fire/EMS, Engineering, DPW (streets, parks and forestry), Water & Sewer, Community Development, Library, Recreation, Health and administrative support services.

The Mayor, Common Council and City staff have an established culture of professionalism and respect for the others’ role in the organization. The organization is dedicated to providing high-quality services that positively impact Oak Creek residents, businesses, and visitors.  The City is seeking a candidate that is excited to participate in the advancement of Oak Creek’s Strategic Action Plan while bringing a positive and energized attitude into a collaborative work environment.  The City’s budgets total around $63 million, including a $25 million general fund. The City’s equalized value exceeds $3 billion and has a bond rating of AA2.

Oak Creek’s Zoning Administrator/Planner is one of three full-time Planning professionals with the City and is primarily responsible for the investigation, inspection and enforcement of the zoning code and compliance with all Plan Commission and Common Council conditions of approval.  The Zoning Administrator/Planner also supports the Planner in the review of plans, land divisions and zoning changes, or other items as necessary, and participates as part of the staff development review team. 

The Zoning Administrator/Planner has the primary responsibility for parks planning, including maintaining, administering and adoption of the Park and Open Space Plan and maintaining the recreation trail system and serves as the primary staff liaison to the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Commission.

Ideal Candidates will also have:

• A Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Planning, Engineering, Geography or Landscape Architecture
• Experience working in or with a municipal government preferred
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with the public, department directors, staff, administration and elected officials 
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Community Development, Planning or Parks and
• Have a strong understanding of zoning administration and the ability to provide reference to the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Commission

The starting salary range is $65,516 – 72,653 DOQ.  Candidates should immediately apply online with a cover letter, resume and contact information for five professional references.   Document submission deadline is May 15, 2019.  Electronic Submissions are required.  Apply at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oakcreekwi.  The City of Oak Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  

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