Cache County
Development Services Director
Cache County, Logan, Utah, us, 84322
OVERVIEW
Cache County, Utah is looking for a
Development Services Director
to plan, direct, and oversee the department's operations and employees, including developing department vision and policies. The
Development Services Director
is a full-time appointed exempt position generally working Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with occasional evening meeting attendance.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance on the first day of employment, retirement contributions, bereavement leave, and 14 paid holidays. Full-time employees also receive 18 days of personal leave in the first year of employment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The
Development Services Director
will be the land use authority for land use actions as legislated by the County Council. The ideal candidate for the
Development Services Director
will need to be skilled in interdepartmental communication and collaboration and have a thorough knowledge of Utah and County codes and procedures affecting planning, zoning, building, GIS, and code enforcement. The
Director of Development
Services will have a knowledge and understanding of principles and practices related to local government planning and zoning with an emphasis on County government, economics, sociology, and community organization as applied to urban planning.
For a complete description of responsibilities, please see the attached job description.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited university with a Master's Degree in Urban or Rural Planning, Public Administration, or a closely related field; AND
Eight years of progressively responsible experience performing above or related duties, two years of which must have been in a lead or supervisory capacity; OR
an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Qualifications:
Must maintain membership in the American Planning Association (APA);
AICP Certification (or the ability to obtain certification within one year of employment); and
Must possess a valid driver's license.
In addition to the above requirements, the Development Services Director will possess the following:
Practice positive working relationships and collaboration with fellow employees, elected officials, other departments, agencies, and the public;
Be accountable to the department and fellow employees; valuing integrity, open communication, and professionalism in all interactions;
Exercise initiative and independent judgment, and act resourcefully under varying conditions;
Oversee division leads that manage the Building, GIS, and Planning and Zoning Divisions, coordinate long-range strategic priorities, guidelines, deadlines, and implement annual action plans;
Provide direction and oversight to the management of division-related planning and zoning issues; and
Direct the development of applicable ordinances, permitting processes, public service provision, and related items.
ABOUT CACHE COUNTY
Cache Valley is a beautiful place to live and work. It's a treasure trove of outdoor adventures, hands-on heritage experiences, and performing and fine arts. Our beautiful agricultural valley is nestled between two majestic mountain ranges and just barely off the beaten path. The city of Logan boasts Utah State University and access to outdoor adventure is unparalleled. You can work downtown and explore the Wasatch Cache National Forest in less than a 10-minute drive. That means endless hiking, rock climbing, birdwatching, mountain biking, skiing, and snowmobiling. Our sizzling performing arts scene has gained us the reputation of Utah's Heart of the Arts, with three historic theaters in one block, world-renowned opera, Broadway, and touring productions. We've got great restaurants too. Visit https://www.explorelogan.com for more info.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
This is a career service position. Cache County is an equal-opportunity employer. Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability.
Reasonable accommodations are provided to known disabilities of individuals in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. For accommodation information or if you need special accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Carli Smart at carli.smart@cachecounty.gov.
Veteran's Preference (Utah Code Ann. 71A-2-102): An applicant claiming veteran's preference must do so in the body of the cover letter by providing sufficient information to identify the type of veteran's preference requested. Additionally, a copy of the applicant's DD-214 must be attached to the resume. If a disabled preference is claimed, a copy of the applicant's letter from the VA stating the disability percentage granted must also be attached.
*The first review of applications will be November 28, 2024*
Cache County, Utah is looking for a
Development Services Director
to plan, direct, and oversee the department's operations and employees, including developing department vision and policies. The
Development Services Director
is a full-time appointed exempt position generally working Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with occasional evening meeting attendance.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance on the first day of employment, retirement contributions, bereavement leave, and 14 paid holidays. Full-time employees also receive 18 days of personal leave in the first year of employment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The
Development Services Director
will be the land use authority for land use actions as legislated by the County Council. The ideal candidate for the
Development Services Director
will need to be skilled in interdepartmental communication and collaboration and have a thorough knowledge of Utah and County codes and procedures affecting planning, zoning, building, GIS, and code enforcement. The
Director of Development
Services will have a knowledge and understanding of principles and practices related to local government planning and zoning with an emphasis on County government, economics, sociology, and community organization as applied to urban planning.
For a complete description of responsibilities, please see the attached job description.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited university with a Master's Degree in Urban or Rural Planning, Public Administration, or a closely related field; AND
Eight years of progressively responsible experience performing above or related duties, two years of which must have been in a lead or supervisory capacity; OR
an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Qualifications:
Must maintain membership in the American Planning Association (APA);
AICP Certification (or the ability to obtain certification within one year of employment); and
Must possess a valid driver's license.
In addition to the above requirements, the Development Services Director will possess the following:
Practice positive working relationships and collaboration with fellow employees, elected officials, other departments, agencies, and the public;
Be accountable to the department and fellow employees; valuing integrity, open communication, and professionalism in all interactions;
Exercise initiative and independent judgment, and act resourcefully under varying conditions;
Oversee division leads that manage the Building, GIS, and Planning and Zoning Divisions, coordinate long-range strategic priorities, guidelines, deadlines, and implement annual action plans;
Provide direction and oversight to the management of division-related planning and zoning issues; and
Direct the development of applicable ordinances, permitting processes, public service provision, and related items.
ABOUT CACHE COUNTY
Cache Valley is a beautiful place to live and work. It's a treasure trove of outdoor adventures, hands-on heritage experiences, and performing and fine arts. Our beautiful agricultural valley is nestled between two majestic mountain ranges and just barely off the beaten path. The city of Logan boasts Utah State University and access to outdoor adventure is unparalleled. You can work downtown and explore the Wasatch Cache National Forest in less than a 10-minute drive. That means endless hiking, rock climbing, birdwatching, mountain biking, skiing, and snowmobiling. Our sizzling performing arts scene has gained us the reputation of Utah's Heart of the Arts, with three historic theaters in one block, world-renowned opera, Broadway, and touring productions. We've got great restaurants too. Visit https://www.explorelogan.com for more info.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
This is a career service position. Cache County is an equal-opportunity employer. Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability.
Reasonable accommodations are provided to known disabilities of individuals in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. For accommodation information or if you need special accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Carli Smart at carli.smart@cachecounty.gov.
Veteran's Preference (Utah Code Ann. 71A-2-102): An applicant claiming veteran's preference must do so in the body of the cover letter by providing sufficient information to identify the type of veteran's preference requested. Additionally, a copy of the applicant's DD-214 must be attached to the resume. If a disabled preference is claimed, a copy of the applicant's letter from the VA stating the disability percentage granted must also be attached.
*The first review of applications will be November 28, 2024*