Planning and Zoning Commissioner

Come Join the Town of Avon Team!

Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Avon, Colorado, is more than a destination - it’s a place to call home. Here, visitors and residents alike enjoy living, working, and playing in a breathtaking outdoor setting.

At the Town of Avon, we’re the driving force behind what makes this community thrive. From fixing potholes to hosting events in stunning Nottingham Park, to teaching swim lessons at our 40,000 sq. ft. full-service Recreation Center, to ensuring public safety, our dedicated team makes it all happen.

We offer a variety of opportunities in fantastic locations, backed by supportive leadership and excellent benefits. Whether you're seeking a full-time career or a seasonal part-time job, the Town of Avon is the perfect place to grow, contribute, and make a difference. What are you waiting for? Join our team today!

Position Overview:

The Town of Avon, Colorado, is accepting applications for a Planning & Zoning Commissioner within the Community Development Department.

As a member of a seven-member board, the Planning and Zoning Commissioner helps shape policy and land use decisions within the Town of Avon. The Commission is responsible for guiding coordinated development within the Town’s boundaries as well as helping to implement the goals and policies of the Avon Comprehensive Plan.

It also serves as a Design Review Board for the Town, ensuring architectural and landscape designs conform to the Town’s overall appearance and to the standards identified in the Development Code. Membership on the Planning and Zoning Commission is appointed by the Town Council for two (2) year terms.

Compensation: The Planning and Zoning Committee meets twice per month (1st and 3rd Tuesdays) and members receive $100.00 per meeting. Family recreation pass and retirement plan are included. The position of Planning and Zoning Commissioner has been deemed exempt under FLSA overtime requirements.

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Essential Functions:

Review development applications, amendments to the Avon Comprehensive Plan, and amendments to the Development Code

Provide recommendations to the Town Council and render decisions as such authority is indicated in the Development Code

Upon request and direction by the Council, make and recommend plans for the physical development of the Town, including any areas outside its boundaries, subject to the approval of the legislative or governing body having jurisdiction thereof

Upon request and direction by the Council, conduct research, prepare studies, review other matters which are related to the present conditions and future growth of the Town, and provide comments and recommendations thereon to the Council

Ensure that the location and configuration of vertical structures, including signs and signage, are contextually appropriate to their sites and with surrounding sites and structures if appropriate and that the structures and signage conform to the requirements of the Development Code

Review and make recommendations to the Council about the design of proposed development, with due regard for design standards of this Development Code and other design criteria and guidelines adopted by the Town, code text amendments that address design review procedures and criteria and any design review guidelines for the Town relating to bulk and design regulations to be imposed or that establish design standards for specific uses, types of uses, parking standards, streetscapes or other similar items

Prevent excessive or unsightly grading of property that could cause disruption of natural watercourses or scar natural landforms

To ensure that plans for the landscaping of property and open spaces conform with the rules and regulations as prescribed by the Town and to provide appropriate settings for vertical structures on the same site and on adjoining and nearby sites as determined by the Development Code

Why Work for the Town of Avon?
We offer an amazing work environment, supportive leadership, and outstanding benefits, including:

Retirement match of 3.75%

Avon Recreation Center pass

Earn Paid Sick Leave

Spanish Language Initiative

Opportunities for Advancement

Town of Avon Culture and Values
Our team operates on five core values:

Public Service: We are committed to an effective, community-focused organization that passionately engages and serves our residents, property owners, businesses, and guests.

Openness: We are open, transparent, complete, objective and respectful of opposing views with all Town officials and with the public in our decisions and actions.

Leadership: We perform our work with commitment, passion, collaboration, fairness, honesty and courage to elevate our performance, the performance of our co-workers, and the character of our community.

Integrity: We are professional, ethical, responsible and accountable in our decisions and actions.

Stewardship: We are custodians and stewards of the Town's financial, physical, environmental and natural resources on behalf of current and future generations.

Qualifications: Prior development review experience is not necessary; however, at least five (5) of the members must be registered electors of the Town, and at least two (2) industry professionals (i.e. architects, landscape architects or designers) should serve on the Commission.

Special Requirements: Interested candidates must submit a letter of interest, resume, responses to applicant questions, application, and list of three (3) references.

Miscellaneous Information: The Town reserves the right to suspend or extend the posting deadline based on receipt of qualified candidates. A background check, pre-employment drug & alcohol screening, and reference checks will be required prior to employment. The Town of Avon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application Deadline Date: 4/17/2026