Cityofml
Community Development Director
Cityofml, Moses Lake, Washington, United States, 98837
Job Description
JOB SUMMARYThe Community Development Director is responsible for planning, organizing and directing the functions of the department, which includes Planning, Building, Development Review, Code Enforcement, and the Housing and Homeless programs. This position requires a high degree of subject matter expertise, independent judgment, initiative, and discretion. The Director is a key strategic partner of the City’s Manager’s leadership team and advises the City Manager and City Council by making recommendations on various land use and development issues.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSOversees the safe and efficient operation of the Planning, Building and Code Enforcement Divisions, the Housing and Homeless programs, and the Development Review Program. Directs planning, research, analysis and implementation of strategies, policies, projects and activities to enhance and implement City plans.Under the direction of the City Manager, works closely with the Mayor, City Council, Directors, the Planning Commission and other designated advisory boards, the Hearings Examiner, and State and Federal agencies to carry out the community’s vision for long-term development.Oversees development, implementation and maintenance of the City’s long-range comprehensive land use plans and development regulations. Initiates and monitors amendments to reflect changing needs, demographic trends and economic influences.Act as SEPA Responsible Official for the City of Moses Lake.Monitors State and Federal legislative activity, and Growth Management Hearing Board cases as they relate to land use, community development, environmental issues and related subjects. Advises the City Manager on opportunities and areas of concern.Ensures appropriate staff support to the City’s Planning Commission, Hearings Examiner, task forces and other advisory boards as may develop. Assists developers, realtors and the public on development matters.Ensures compliance with municipal, State and Federal laws, ordinances, codes and engineering standards and specifications. Ensures building and City codes and regulations are appropriately interpreted, applied and enforced. Takes corrective action as necessary.Oversees the development review, permitting and construction inspection processes to ensure effective and timely delivery of services.Facilitates and directs the interpretation of City Development Codes to streamline and help the development process including management of pre-application meetings and responding to development inquiries.Works cooperatively and creatively with community groups and agencies to promote a positive vision, assess needs and recommend strategies. Serves on related boards and committees.Develops and administers the department budget. Approves, monitors and maintains expenditures within budget guidelines. Uses resources effectively. Ensures optimum employee levels. Controls and minimizes labor overtime and expenses.Develops and implements financing strategies, including grant writing and administration.Participates in and/or oversees the department’s employment process including hiring, probationary periods, promotional opportunities and training programs. Assigns, trains, supervises and evaluates work of staff and ensures direct reports do the same. Ensures performance evaluations are conducted as required to guide development of employees and provide a record of performance. Initiates, documents and implements disciplinary actions as approved by Human Resources.Coordinates with the Technology Services department to ensure GIS mapping data is current and that appropriate methods are utilized to demonstrate trends.Develops and provides oversight for housing and homeless programs including grant administration, developing and administering interlocal agreements, contract and grant compliance work and program budgeting.Works closely with the Development Review Program Manager, the Public Works Department and the Fire Department to ensure that the development review and planning processes are being conducted in an efficient and streamlined manner.Performs additional related duties as assigned.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITIONFederal, State and local regulations and codes related to community development.Washington State experience with the Growth Management Act.Organizational dynamics and principles and practices of management and supervision, including planning, staffing, selection, training, coaching, directing, coordinating and evaluating.Grant writing and administration.Safety and security hazards, precautions, standards, policies and procedures.Time management; advanced mathematics; English composition and grammar.Computer operation and software including Microsoft Office products and related database systems.Represent the City by maintaining a professional approach and demeanor in all activities.Strategically plan, prioritize, implement, coordinate and evaluate programs, staffing and services.Compile and analyze financial and statistical records.Foster an internal environment that places customer service as the highest priority.Ensure absolute confidentiality as required and sensitive information is handled appropriately.Foster a positive and productive work environment. Take corrective action as needed.Exercise continuous leadership to focus operation efforts on priorities. Train, direct, and coach staff. Promote staff and team development and high performance by assuring regular, effective, and consistent feedback. Recognize work excellence and build effective teams.Use tact, discretion, respect, persuasion, diplomacy and courtesy to gain cooperation of others and establish and maintain effective teams and professional relationships and rapport with elected officials, management, employees, and representatives of other entities and the public.Apply sound judgment, analytical and creative problem-solving skills to make reasoned, timely and consistent decisions. Facilitate effective problem resolution.Listen attentively and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with individuals and groups in clear, concise language appropriate for the purpose and parties addressed, including preparing comprehensive reports and correspondence as well as preparing and making presentations.Be attentive to detail and maintain a high degree of accuracy.Plan, organize, prioritize and coordinate services and work assignments. Work effectively in a multi-task environment with constantly shifting priorities. Take appropriate initiative.Understand and apply appropriate regulatory requirements, terminology, policies and procedures.Develop ways to identify, improve and promote efficient systems and processes.Maintain current knowledge and adapt to new technologies, keeping technical skills up to date.Work independently and cooperatively as a member of a team.Proficiently operate office equipment and perform Microsoft Office software functions including spreadsheet and PowerPoint generation. Type accurately and proficiently.SUPERVISORY CONTROLSThe City Manager assigns work in terms of department goals and objectives. The supervisor reviews work through conferences, reports, and observation of department activities.GUIDELINESGuidelines include the Moses Lake Municipal eCodes, The Washington State Growth Management Act (GMA), SEPA regulations, the Shoreline Management Act, state and federal codes and regulations, and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORKThe work consists of varied management and supervisory duties. Strict regulations contribute to the complexity of the position.The purpose of this position is to direct the city’s community development management functions. Successful performance ensures the efficient and effective delivery of community development services to the community.CONTACTSContacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, architects and engineers, contractors, builders, engineers, homeowners, business owners, and members of the general public.Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, motivate persons, and negotiate, defend, or settle matters.PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENTWorks in an office or meeting room setting. Sits or stands for long periods.Attends meetings or performs duties outside of normal office hours and travels by car.Lifts, carries and/or moves up to 25 pounds.Uses appropriate safety equipment and follows safety policies, practices and procedures.SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITYThis position has direct supervision over the Building Official, Planning Manager, Housing and Grants Manager, and Development Review Program Manager.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree in urban or regional planning, architecture, public policy or administration or a closely related field. AICP preferred but not required.Eight (8) years of experience in land use planning and community development in an organization of similar size and scope, including five (5) years of supervisory experience.Any other satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the job will be considered.All applicants must be able to successfully pass a background check process which includes reference checks and criminal history checks, or other.The statements contained herein reflect general details necessary to describe principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skills typically required, and the scope of responsibility; and such statements should not be considered all-inclusive. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas, to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or to balance workloads.Management reserves the sole right to add, modify or exclude any duties at any time with or without notice. Nothing in this job description, nor by completion of any job requirements by the employee, is intended to create a contract of employment.At its sole discretion, the City of Moses Lake may consider combinations of education, experience, certifications, and training in lieu of specifically required qualifications contained herein.This is an FLSA-exempt position and, as such, is not entitled to overtime. The position is also subject to an "employee at will" doctrine.
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JOB SUMMARYThe Community Development Director is responsible for planning, organizing and directing the functions of the department, which includes Planning, Building, Development Review, Code Enforcement, and the Housing and Homeless programs. This position requires a high degree of subject matter expertise, independent judgment, initiative, and discretion. The Director is a key strategic partner of the City’s Manager’s leadership team and advises the City Manager and City Council by making recommendations on various land use and development issues.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSOversees the safe and efficient operation of the Planning, Building and Code Enforcement Divisions, the Housing and Homeless programs, and the Development Review Program. Directs planning, research, analysis and implementation of strategies, policies, projects and activities to enhance and implement City plans.Under the direction of the City Manager, works closely with the Mayor, City Council, Directors, the Planning Commission and other designated advisory boards, the Hearings Examiner, and State and Federal agencies to carry out the community’s vision for long-term development.Oversees development, implementation and maintenance of the City’s long-range comprehensive land use plans and development regulations. Initiates and monitors amendments to reflect changing needs, demographic trends and economic influences.Act as SEPA Responsible Official for the City of Moses Lake.Monitors State and Federal legislative activity, and Growth Management Hearing Board cases as they relate to land use, community development, environmental issues and related subjects. Advises the City Manager on opportunities and areas of concern.Ensures appropriate staff support to the City’s Planning Commission, Hearings Examiner, task forces and other advisory boards as may develop. Assists developers, realtors and the public on development matters.Ensures compliance with municipal, State and Federal laws, ordinances, codes and engineering standards and specifications. Ensures building and City codes and regulations are appropriately interpreted, applied and enforced. Takes corrective action as necessary.Oversees the development review, permitting and construction inspection processes to ensure effective and timely delivery of services.Facilitates and directs the interpretation of City Development Codes to streamline and help the development process including management of pre-application meetings and responding to development inquiries.Works cooperatively and creatively with community groups and agencies to promote a positive vision, assess needs and recommend strategies. Serves on related boards and committees.Develops and administers the department budget. Approves, monitors and maintains expenditures within budget guidelines. Uses resources effectively. Ensures optimum employee levels. Controls and minimizes labor overtime and expenses.Develops and implements financing strategies, including grant writing and administration.Participates in and/or oversees the department’s employment process including hiring, probationary periods, promotional opportunities and training programs. Assigns, trains, supervises and evaluates work of staff and ensures direct reports do the same. Ensures performance evaluations are conducted as required to guide development of employees and provide a record of performance. Initiates, documents and implements disciplinary actions as approved by Human Resources.Coordinates with the Technology Services department to ensure GIS mapping data is current and that appropriate methods are utilized to demonstrate trends.Develops and provides oversight for housing and homeless programs including grant administration, developing and administering interlocal agreements, contract and grant compliance work and program budgeting.Works closely with the Development Review Program Manager, the Public Works Department and the Fire Department to ensure that the development review and planning processes are being conducted in an efficient and streamlined manner.Performs additional related duties as assigned.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITIONFederal, State and local regulations and codes related to community development.Washington State experience with the Growth Management Act.Organizational dynamics and principles and practices of management and supervision, including planning, staffing, selection, training, coaching, directing, coordinating and evaluating.Grant writing and administration.Safety and security hazards, precautions, standards, policies and procedures.Time management; advanced mathematics; English composition and grammar.Computer operation and software including Microsoft Office products and related database systems.Represent the City by maintaining a professional approach and demeanor in all activities.Strategically plan, prioritize, implement, coordinate and evaluate programs, staffing and services.Compile and analyze financial and statistical records.Foster an internal environment that places customer service as the highest priority.Ensure absolute confidentiality as required and sensitive information is handled appropriately.Foster a positive and productive work environment. Take corrective action as needed.Exercise continuous leadership to focus operation efforts on priorities. Train, direct, and coach staff. Promote staff and team development and high performance by assuring regular, effective, and consistent feedback. Recognize work excellence and build effective teams.Use tact, discretion, respect, persuasion, diplomacy and courtesy to gain cooperation of others and establish and maintain effective teams and professional relationships and rapport with elected officials, management, employees, and representatives of other entities and the public.Apply sound judgment, analytical and creative problem-solving skills to make reasoned, timely and consistent decisions. Facilitate effective problem resolution.Listen attentively and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with individuals and groups in clear, concise language appropriate for the purpose and parties addressed, including preparing comprehensive reports and correspondence as well as preparing and making presentations.Be attentive to detail and maintain a high degree of accuracy.Plan, organize, prioritize and coordinate services and work assignments. Work effectively in a multi-task environment with constantly shifting priorities. Take appropriate initiative.Understand and apply appropriate regulatory requirements, terminology, policies and procedures.Develop ways to identify, improve and promote efficient systems and processes.Maintain current knowledge and adapt to new technologies, keeping technical skills up to date.Work independently and cooperatively as a member of a team.Proficiently operate office equipment and perform Microsoft Office software functions including spreadsheet and PowerPoint generation. Type accurately and proficiently.SUPERVISORY CONTROLSThe City Manager assigns work in terms of department goals and objectives. The supervisor reviews work through conferences, reports, and observation of department activities.GUIDELINESGuidelines include the Moses Lake Municipal eCodes, The Washington State Growth Management Act (GMA), SEPA regulations, the Shoreline Management Act, state and federal codes and regulations, and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORKThe work consists of varied management and supervisory duties. Strict regulations contribute to the complexity of the position.The purpose of this position is to direct the city’s community development management functions. Successful performance ensures the efficient and effective delivery of community development services to the community.CONTACTSContacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, architects and engineers, contractors, builders, engineers, homeowners, business owners, and members of the general public.Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, motivate persons, and negotiate, defend, or settle matters.PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENTWorks in an office or meeting room setting. Sits or stands for long periods.Attends meetings or performs duties outside of normal office hours and travels by car.Lifts, carries and/or moves up to 25 pounds.Uses appropriate safety equipment and follows safety policies, practices and procedures.SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITYThis position has direct supervision over the Building Official, Planning Manager, Housing and Grants Manager, and Development Review Program Manager.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree in urban or regional planning, architecture, public policy or administration or a closely related field. AICP preferred but not required.Eight (8) years of experience in land use planning and community development in an organization of similar size and scope, including five (5) years of supervisory experience.Any other satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the job will be considered.All applicants must be able to successfully pass a background check process which includes reference checks and criminal history checks, or other.The statements contained herein reflect general details necessary to describe principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skills typically required, and the scope of responsibility; and such statements should not be considered all-inclusive. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas, to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or to balance workloads.Management reserves the sole right to add, modify or exclude any duties at any time with or without notice. Nothing in this job description, nor by completion of any job requirements by the employee, is intended to create a contract of employment.At its sole discretion, the City of Moses Lake may consider combinations of education, experience, certifications, and training in lieu of specifically required qualifications contained herein.This is an FLSA-exempt position and, as such, is not entitled to overtime. The position is also subject to an "employee at will" doctrine.
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