Manager of Land Use/Planner/Zoning Officer
West Windsor Township
West Windsor, New Jersey
West Windsor Township is seeking a full time Manager of Land Use. Under direction of the Director of Community Development, the Manager of Land Use oversees municipal land development, ensuring compliance and alignment with the Municipal Land Use Law, Federal, State, or Township Codes and Ordinances, Affordable Housing regulations, and the Township’s Master Plan. Responsible for providing technical and staff support to the Township Planning Board, Zoning Board of Adjustment, Technical Review Committee (TRC), and other boards, committees, and commissions as appropriate. Responsible for zoning permits, fence permits, home occupation permits, assisting in drafting zoning or planning ordinances, and the investigation and management of zoning complaints, enforcement, and violations. Represents the Township at public meeting, professional conferences, and other intergovernmental forums. Liaison to the Planning Board, Zoning Board of Adjustment, and the Agricultural Advisory Committee. Organize and chair the Technical Review Committee (TRC). Knowledgeable on Green Acres, Farm Land Preservation (State & County) grant application filing requirements and process. Knowledge of New Jersey Municipal Land Use Law (NJSA 40:55D), New Jersey Local Public Contracts Law (NJSA 40A:11), New Jersey Department of Environmental Protections Stormwater Management Rules, including the Best Management Practices Manual, and New Jersey Residential Site Improvement Standards (NJAC 5:21). Serves as Division Manager for the Division of Land Use. Ability to work nights for board meetings.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Urban Planning, Environmental Science, Real Estate development, or related fields. Master’s degree in Urban & Regional Planning, Public Administration, or related fields from an accredited college or university. Prior work experience in State, County, or Municipal government in the Land Use/Zoning field can be used in lieu of a Master’s degree. Licensed Professional Planner in the State of New Jersey (P.P.) or a currently valid certification as a Planner-in-Training issued by the New Jersey State Board of Professional Planners. American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certificate. Five years plus in land use, planning, or other relevant land use law environment as well as prior management experience is desired. Possession of a valid New Jersey driver’s license in good standing. Zoning Officer certificate.
Benefits: Medical, prescription, dental insurance, vision reimbursement; paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, family leave, personal leave; training and continuing education, including tuition reimbursement allotment. Mandatory participation in the New Jersey State Pension Retirement system. Group Life Insurance.
Salary: $77,014 – $149,081
Full job description available by request.
Please email employment application and resume to:
May 31, 2026