General Purpose of Position

This position is responsible for the administrative, supervisory and investigative work of the Community Department. This is advanced professional and managerial work planning, organizing, implementing, and directing Community Development Department programs in the areas of Building, Code Enforcement, Planning & Zoning, Board of Adjustment, Floodplain Administrator, Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4 Program) and Infrastructure Inspection/Dedication Program according to state and federal regulations and City ordinances

Major Duties And Responsibilities

Develops and manages the departmental budget

Proposes line-item budget based on prior year (Community Development & Stormwater)
Tracks expenditures on a monthly basis
Receives and tracks monthly expenses to stay within budget
Prepares and distributes the appropriate information needed to prepare annual budget
Oversees and maintains annual departmental budget (Community Development & Stormwater)

Supervises departmental personnel

Supervises all employees, establishing all scheduling practices and assigning appropriate tasks
Completes employee performance evaluations on a regular basis
Tracks and posts all scheduling, vacation time, comp time, and sick leave according to procedure
Oversees needed discipline and tracks all applicable documentation
Assures professional development (training) for each employee

Performs Administrative Duties Related To Departmental Functions

Advises City Administrator regarding progress of projects and assigned jobs
Develops bid specifications for equipment and / or projects for Community Development Department
Participates in the City' s comprehensive planning process
Prepares and monitors the department budget (Community Development & Stormwater)
Complete all reports and paperwork as required

Participates in public relations and education

Communicates regularly with various stakeholders, including City staff, other government entities, contractors and developers
Directs the development and implementation of the City comprehensive planning program including land use, transportation, housing, and area plans.
Directs the implementation of transportation planning projects.
Attends Council meetings and other meetings as required
Serves as technical advisor to the Planning and Zoning Commission
Prepares information and makes recommendations to Planning and Zoning Commission, Board of Aldermen, and City Administrator
Provides technical assistance to City Officials and the general public regarding issues as requested

Acts as and performs duties of Planning and Zoning Administrator

Maintains permanent and current records including, but not limited to, all amendments, variances, and zoning map changes
Forwards to Planning and Zoning Commission information and data necessary for performing their function
Forwards to Board of Adjustment applications for variances, interpretive relief, or other matters on which Board is required to act
Enforces all provisions and provides specific notification of violations of planning and zoning regulations
Documents and reports unabated violations to Municipal Court Clerk for further legal action
Reviews and verifies for zoning compliance the use(s) associated with each application for an occupancy permit prior to issuance of a business license

Acts as and performs duties of Floodplain Administrator

Reviews all applications for floodplain development permits to assure that safety of sites and satisfaction of floodplain development permit requirements
Reviews applications for floodplain development permits to assure that all necessary Federal, State, or local permits have been obtained
Reviews proposals for subdivisions or other new development to determine whether such proposals will be reasonable safe from flooding
Issues floodplain development permits for all approved applications
Provides notification to adjacent communities and the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) prior to any alteration or relocation of a watercourse; submits evidence of such notification to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Assures provision of maintenance within altered or relocated portion of any watercourse so flood-carrying capacity is not diminished
Verifies and maintains record of actual elevation (in relation to mean sea level) of the lowest floor (including basement) of all new or substantially improved structures as well as substantially improved non-resident structures that have been flood-proofed
Arranges for certification from a registered professional engineer or architect when flood-proofing techniques are utilized for a particular non-residential structure

MS4 Stormwater Management Program

Oversees the Stormwater Coordinator
Ensures the Stormwater Management Plan is being carried out per plan.
Reports to the Board of Aldermen the status of the MS4 program.

Infrastructure Inspection Program

Oversees Infrastructure Program
Ensures the Infrastructure is per approved construction plans
Reports to the Board of Aldermen the status of the Infrastructure Inspection Program.

Performs the statutory duties of a Building Official

Performs Other Duties As Directed

Education and Experience

The person in this position must have a high school diploma or its equivalent; minimum college degree and/or an advanced certification in Planning, Public Administration, or related field, AND five years experience managing planning or community development operations; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses and Certifications

The person in this position must have a valid Missouri driver's license; certifications in City Planning, Community & Economic Development, Public Management, or other related fields are preferred.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge

Supervisory principles, practices and procedures
Project management practices and procedures
City' s purchasing policies and procedures
Inventory management principles and methods
Knowledge of engineering and planning principles
Oral and written communication skills
Basic environmental standards for water, sewer and wastewater treatment systems
Ability to adhere to specific safety regulations
Ability to read blueprints
Layout of city streets
Federal and state statutes concerning the work of the department
Mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication functions
General functions and operations of municipal government

Skills And Abilities

Apply supervisory techniques to practical situations
Manage a departmental budget
Develop bid specifications
Effectively negotiate contracts and other agreements
Effectively manage personnel, equipment and supplies to maximize departmental efficiency
Use common sense
Pay attention to detail
Complete detailed work accurately
Work effectively with a wide range of people
Meet specified deadlines
Prioritize daily work flow
Work as a team member with other employees
Communicate effectively with others, both oral and written
Work autonomously when necessary
Handle multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent interruptions
Deal with others in a professional manner
Maintain professional composure in heated situations
Develop, implement and follow departmental and City policies and procedures

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