Community Development Director

This is a highly responsible executive management position providing leadership, direction and administrative oversight to the activities and operations of the Community Development Department and the Building Department. This position is responsible for a variety of tasks associated with professional planning work in conducting independent studies, completing planning projects, and regulating the growth and development of the Town in accordance with the Comprehensive Plan, and other statutes, ordinances, and regulations related to land use community development. This position requires analytical thinking and problem-solving, team oriented participation, excellent human relations, interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills, good public presentation and customer service skills. Candidates must have knowledge of Word, Office, Excel and Power Point. Experience in GIS, Photoshop and Publisher is preferred. Position requires specialized knowledge of departmental operations and is characterized by complex and varied duties which may involve different and unrelated processes and methods requiring varied knowledge and abilities and/or a broad range of skills. This is a highly visible public contact position that requires exceptional customer service skills dealing with gaining closure on issues and dealing with stressful personal contact situations. This position will deal with customers, utilize the Town’s technical computerized applications, and must be knowledgeable of accepted office procedures and etiquette.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPerform variety of program or project planning activities that impact municipal development including analyzing data and formulating and recommending plans and programs relevant to changing municipal conditions and needs.Collect and compile information and develop plans for land use, community/economic development, growth management, urban design, transportation, housing, parking and other elements of the Comprehensive Plan.Assist in capital project planning and the preparation of the annual budget, including the evaluation of funding requests by other agencies and organizations.Prepare and submit capital project plans and assist the Administrator with the preparation of the annual capital budget, including the evaluation of funding requests by Town departments.Confer with the Administrator in the selection and implementation of programs and initiatives.Preparation and evaluate requests for proposals (RFPs) for consultants and projects.Research and prepare grant proposals and applications and ensure adherence to grant agreements.Provide project management and oversight of assigned projects and coordination on projects assigned to other staff.Ensure that programs, projects and plans are carried out in accordance with Town ordinances, applicable federal and state laws, and approved redevelopment and development plans.Initiate and develop programs, projects and grant applications, as appropriate, to further the Town’s objectives for the revitalization of blighted areas and the provision of affordable housing.Meet with development professionals, Town staff, and the public regarding development activities.Coordinate and prepare for meetings as required.Complies information and prepares staff reports, ordinances, resolutions, agreements, and other documents essential to processing of agenda items for the department.Receives site plan submittals to ensure completeness, accuracy and distribute to appropriate Town disciplines.Maintain Geographic Information system with zoning, land use, census, etc., data.Generates legal ads for public hearings for the Planning Board and Town Council meetings.Answers general day-to-day planning and zoning questions via front counter, phone or email.Responds to zoning verification and zoning violation letter request.Maintains database files and reports regarding development activities and findings on all active projects.Generates and maintains case log files pertaining to land development actions.Assist with neighborhood meetings as needed.Conduct pre-development meetings with architects, engineers and contractors.Interacts and communicates with a variety of groups and individuals including Development, Code Enforcement, Town Department Heads and the public.Operates a variety of office equipment including but not limited to: computers, printer, copier, plotter, telephone.Assists with special projects as assigned.Performs other related duties as assigned.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS· Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Business Administration, Real Estate Development, or related field. A master’s degree in planning or public administration is preferred.· Five years progressively responsible experience in urban planning, project management and successful implementation at the local government level, community and economic development, and/or real estate development.· American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP certification.· Possession of a valid Florida's driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ABILITIES:Knowledge of laws, ordinances, regulations and statutes that govern urban planning functions.Knowledge of principles, practices, methods and theories of planning, community redevelopment, and economic and/or current trends.Knowledge of the different phases of community real estate development (including design, regulatory requirements, and financing) and how to get a project through all parts of the process in both the public and private arenas.Knowledge and understanding of federal, state, and local regulations relative to development and redevelopment in Florida.Excellent planning and organizational skills including the ability to manage projects through completion.Experience in public sector budget preparation and capital projects planning.Strong communication skills both written and verbal.Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with coworkers, elected officials, other agency staff and the public is necessary.Ability to resolve problems or situations with the exercise of good judgement.Ability to prepare clear and concise written reports and interpret policies.Desired computer skills: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, Adobe, Social Media.Ability to deal with stress related routine deadlines and occupational problems, which demand immediate attention.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other Town employees and the general public.Knowledge of Florida Statutes concerning Annexation and Zoning laws.Ability to read and understand building codes.Ability to read maps and plans.Ability to organize work for timely completion.Ability to work with minimal supervision.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS· Tasks involve sitting for long periods of time, standing, walking, bending, crouching, reaching and performing other physical requirements commensurate with demands of the position. Manual dexterity to operate a variety of modern office equipment in performance of duties. Must have good vision (corrective lenses acceptable); must be able to hear (hearing aids acceptable); must be able to speak (express or exchange of information by means of spoken words). May occasionally lift and/or carry/move up to 25 pounds.· Contact with internal and external customers, vendors, outside agencies and the general public.· Will be required to work hours other than the regular schedule including nights, weekends, holidays, and special events and during emergencies.· Ability to drive Town vehicles.· Position may require walking over uneven terrain, climbing stairs, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, and occasionally lifting objects.All employees serve as an essential role in the Town's disaster preparation and/ or disaster recovery efforts, as designated by the Town's Emergency Manager. This may involve being prepared to stay at a Town facility during disaster events or respond to damage assessment operations shortly after a storm/disaster.HOURS OF WORK:Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00 pm. Employees are occasionally required to work on Saturdays to ensure Town codes are not being violated outside of normal business hours.DISCLAIMERThe intent of this class description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that would be performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities required of employees assigned to this classification.Job Type: Full-timePay: $72,250.00 - $97,750.00 per yearBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceFlexible scheduleFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offParental leaveRetirement planVision insuranceSchedule:8 hour shiftExperience:Microsoft Excel: 2 years (Required)Computer skills: 5 years (Required)Microsoft Word: 2 years (Required)Urban planning: 5 years (Preferred)Ability to Relocate:Lake Hamilton, FL 33851: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location:

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