Development Review Coordinator

Reports To: Executive Directors of the Chestnut Hill Community Association, Chestnut Hill Business District, Chestnut Hill Conservancy

Position Summary: The Development Review Coordinator is responsible for the oversight and administration of activities surrounding the Zoning Review Committee and communication with applicants throughout the development review process in Chestnut Hill. This is an independent contractor position. The Coordinator reports to the Executive Directors of the three Member Organizations of the Zoning Review Committee pursuant to a joint Memorandum of Understanding.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily.

1. Review of all applications, to ensure completeness of application including neighbor notifications, presentation materials, etc.
2. Coordination of ZRC Meetings (either the first or 2nd ZRC Meeting) with the City's RCO regulations, ensure applicant's notification letter is distributed per requirements, etc.
3. Liaison with local Philadelphia Councilperson’s office on all applicable issues.
4. Assuring necessary attendance at Zoning Board of Adjustment hearings and support of executive director(s) and officers regarding any legal representation required.
5. Produce timely correspondence necessary to communicate the ZRC’s recommendation to the Zoning Board of Adjustment and any other necessary recipient.

Attendance at all ZRC meetings with emphasis on community-wide issues requiring follow- up and communication.
Qualifications: Strong familiarity with Philadelphia Zoning Code, zoning review process, regulations of the Zoning Board of Adjustment, Philadelphia City Planning Commission, and understanding of role of these agencies and the Philadelphia Department Licenses and Inspections. They must be familiar with the people and the dynamics of the committees as they relate to the Chestnut Hill Registered Community Organizations.
Time and Compensation: This role would require an individual to attend all Zoning Review Committee Meetings, and attend all necessary ancillary meetings, including board meetings as needed. Compensation is $60 an hour based on approximately 15-20 hours of work per month. Extra hours may be available as approved by the supervising executive directors. The desired  start date is November 16, 2026.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents may be asked to perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor/s. Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to chestnuthillzrc@gmail.com with the subject line “Application to Development Review Coordinator Position.”