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• Zoning Applications Project management for sites requiring zoning approval renewals using CRM Zoning software.
• Conduct research to obtain appropriate Code of Ordinance requirements for the construction, ongoing collocation or modification opportunities for communication facilities.
• Research to include online inquiries and direct communication with the jurisdictions.
• Assist with preparation of all necessary zoning applications and supporting documentation including written site description, justification for site plans and sketches, map, photo simulations and public hearing notification.
• Coordinate with jurisdiction as necessary.
• Prepare drafts of zoning correspondence to jurisdictions.
• Requests for zoning information for tower modifications, i.e. Drop/Swap, Lighting Changes, Tower Extensions, and Compound Expansions.
• Conduct research to obtain appropriate jurisdiction requirements for proposed changes to include lighting, fencing and permitting requirements.
• Research includes both online inquiries and direct communication with the jurisdictional websites.
• Zoning Analysis Research existing Land Development and Zoning Code regulations from municipalities across the United States.
• Comprehension and analysis of wireless telecommunication facilities ordinances.
• Site research and prepare analysis report related to zoning and land use viability of tower sites.
• Zoning Due Diligence Process for Merger & Acquisition (M&A) Sites.
• Create and prepare zoning information data forms for all acquired communication towers for review and approval by the zoning manager.
• Provide zoning assistance to M&A for communication towers proposed for purchase.
• Compile existing zoning documentation and/or obtain outstanding zoning documentation from regulatory jurisdictions to complete due diligence.
• Coordinate with regulatory jurisdictions to provide solutions to complete zoning due diligence such as final inspections, expired permits and code enforcement issues.
• Compose applicable zoning due diligence letter for jurisdictional sign off when zoning documentation is not available.
• Establish and maintain the Property Management Database structure page for newly purchased communication facilities and input zoning data.
• Maintain "Letter of Appreciation" Program.
• Miscellaneous Address inquiries from other departments related to planning and zoning matters.
• Routine contact with field personnel, government agencies, and consultants.
• Work with municipal staff in requesting and creating new addressing for cell towers, where necessary.
• Create forms to track status of sites.
• Provide administrative assistance such as check requests, Federal Express preparation, etc.
• Create electronic copies of non-user-friendly jurisdiction zoning applications.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

• H.S. Diploma/GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1+ years of zoning and land use experience and working with municipal authorities.
• Customer service/administrative support experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and intermediate proficiency working with Microsoft Office Suite software including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to stoop, bend, kneel or crouch. Ability to stand, walk and sit. Ability to reach with hands and arms Visual ability correctable to 20/20. Sitting up to 90% of the day. Ability to respond verbally in an understandable, professional manner in person and over the telephone. Manual dexterity to input data into the computer and the calculator and operate the equipment listed above. Ability to lift up to 15 pounds. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Office/ Cubicle workspace. Moderate noise level. #LI-CC1

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