SBA Communications

Senior Zoning Administrator


PayCompetitive
LocationBoca Raton/Florida
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: SENIO005378

      Are you looking for:

      • Work/Life Balance?
      • A company where you will make a difference?
      • A unique remote work policy?
      • Tuition reimbursement?
      • Fitness Reimbursement?
      • 401K program with company match?
      • Ownership of a well performing stock?
      • 19 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)?
      • Commuter Reimbursement?
      • Cellular Phone discounts?
      • Vehicle Discounts?

      SBA is one of the top 20 Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) based on market capitalization. Since 1989 SBA Communications has been a leading independent owner and operator of wireless communications infrastructure. Currently in 16 countries and growing, we are seeking career minded individuals who want to feel valued and work in a fast-paced company. You can search our openings, review our benefits, and learn more about SBA Communications by clicking on the link. https://www.sbasite.com

      Your Next Career Opportunity – Senior Zoning Administrator

      Assist the Zoning Manager in the planning and coordination of activities and projects necessary to secure and maintain zoning approvals, provide feasibility and risk analysis for proposed business decisions, and ensure compliance of owned communication facilities.

      What You Will Do – Primary Responsibilities

      • Zoning Compliance
        • Respond to and resolve zoning or permitting non-compliance issues.
        • Research and analyze zoning regulations.
        • Monitor and maintain annual renewals for communication towers from regulatory jurisdictions.
        • Obtain E911 addresses for all sites without correct addresses and notify appropriate personnel in order to update information for the
          Property Management Database.
      • 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.
        • Provide post-acquisition support such as Certificate of Insurance & Removal Bond requests, Change of Ownership notices, Freedom of
          Information Law (FOIL) and E911 address confirmation & requests.
        • Maintain “Letter of Appreciation” Program.
        • Other duties and projects as assigned.
      • Zoning Analysis
        • Review existing Land Development and Zoning Code regulations from municipalities across the United States.
        • Comprehension and analysis of wireless telecommunication facilities ordinances.
        • Assist with conducting site research and prepare analysis report related to zoning and land use viability of tower sites.
        • Review, analyze and offer recommendations on zoning ordinances and land use planning laws and regulations.
        • Provide research and information to a number of internal departments.
      • Zoning Applications
        • Project management for sites requiring zoning approval renewals using CRM Zoning software.
        • Manage outside consultants during zoning processes.
        • Manage the Zoning CRM system for zoning approval renewals and zoning actions.
        • 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, 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.
      • Miscellaneous
        • Address inquiries from other departments related to planning and zoning matters.
        • 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.
        • Assist with Zoning Litigation activities as needed.
      • Other projects and duties as assigned.

      What You’ll Need – Qualifications & Requirements

        • H.S. Diploma/GED Bachelor’s degree preferred;
          • and 3-5 years of zoning and land use experience and working with municipal authorities. Customer service/administrative support experience. Experience with telecommunications industry.


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