Title: Community Development Director

Reports to: City Manager

Department: Community Development Department

Employee Type: Full-time

Exempt Status: Exempt

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the City Manager, the Community Development Director will manage the day-to-day operations of the Community Development Department. Responsible for performing a variety of supervisory and administrative tasks and overseeing the development and implementation of a comprehensive official community plan for the city.

Duties at this level include urban planning, land use analysis, sustainability, municipal licensure/permitting, empowerment, inclusivity, social justice, human rights, democracy, and equality.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Plans, directs, and supervises City Planning and Zoning, Business Licenses, and Code Enforcement engaged in the day-to-day implementation of applicable plans, codes, permit issuance, and regulation of building, land, and structural inspections.
Schedules, assigns, and evaluates work; instructs and provides training in correct methods and procedures. Monitors work daily; reviews and evaluates employee performance ensuring that established performance standards and policies are properly applied.
Ensures coordination of efforts among autonomous or external entities that promote elements of the City’s Community and Economic Development interests.
Administers development and land use regulations and reviews all site plans, zoning, and related requests/applications.
Administers and interprets policies and procedures relating to City land use, related regulatory ordinances and policies, and advises Main Street as needed.
Conducts field research and investigations and makes recommendations and decisions as assigned by the City Manager.
Implements the Comprehensive Plan through the review of development regulations.
Establishes standard operating procedures/guidelines for all assigned employees/functions.
Initiates recommendations to the City Manager and the Mayor and Council for all matters pertaining to assigned functional areas of responsibility.
Prepares work programs and budgets for the Department responsible for adherence to approved budgets and established financial procedures.
Consults with citizens, the City Manager, other Department Heads, and other officials of external agencies, local, state, regional, and federal governments to coordinate all phases of the City’s community and economic development efforts.
Develop and manage a strategic vision for the Community Development Department, aligning it with the City’s overall goals and objectives.
Collaborate with stakeholders, including community groups, citizens, developers, and businesses to identify and prioritize community development needs.
Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
Attends all regularly scheduled meetings of the City Council, and other designated entities as required by the City.
Operates City vehicles in performing job-related functions.
Represents the City on various boards, commissions, and special task forces as required by the City Manager.
Performs related work and assignments as required by the City Manager.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the Community Development Director position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. Additional duties may be assigned by the City Manager.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from a fully accredited institution of higher learning required in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Business, or a related degree.
Minimum of 3 - 5 years of progressively responsible experience in a community development-related field with experience in supervising others.
Demonstrated experience in guiding planning and land use decisions and applicable knowledge of activities related to downtown development/redevelopment specifically; AICP certification or ability to obtain within 2 years, possession of a valid State of Georgia driver’s license; acceptable MVR; satisfactory criminal history; equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Knowledge of comprehensive and current planning, land and urban development, environmental, historic preservation, and regulatory principles, procedures, techniques, and their implications.
Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering and physical design related to land development and municipal planning.
Knowledge of Main Street or related programs and other community development entities such as Downtown Development Authorities, and Hospitality and Tourism Authorities.
Knowledge of principles and practices of Public Administration.
Knowledge of management and supervisory principles and practices.
Skill in dealing effectively with the public, staff, colleagues, and elected officials.
Skill in written and verbal communication.
Skill and ability to drive and operate city vehicles/equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
Ability to write simple and complex reports clearly and professionally in a manner that is easily understandable by others.
Ability to understand and convey complex, technical information in a manner that is easily understood by others.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to maintain required licenses and certifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

A master’s degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Business, or a closely related field is preferred.
8 years of Community Development experience is preferred.

Scope and Impact: The Community Development Director is a strategic leader who plays a crucial role in shaping the city's future. Acting as a liaison between various stakeholders, managing a department with diverse functions, and overseeing all aspects of community development, the Community Development Director spearheads initiatives aimed at elevating the quality of life for residents by ensuring a safe and healthy community and promoting economic growth and development.

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