Planning and Economic Development Manager
Planning and Economic Development Manager
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ABOUT THE POSITION
- MONTHLY SALARY: $8546 $11150
4/10 WORKSCHEDULE (MONTHUR 7AM6PM)
PLUS AND EXCELLENT BENEFIT PACKAGEThis recruitment is to fill one 1 fulltime vacancy in theCommunity Development Departmentand to establish an eligibility list to be used for future references.
Filing Deadline: Continuous. Next review to take place on December 18 2024.
This recruitment may close with or without notice; interested candidates should apply as soon as possible.
SUMMARY: Under general direction of the Director of Community Development the Planning and Economic Development Manager oversees planning operations assists in the planning management supervision coordination and implementation of a variety of complex economic development activities projects and programs. The Planning and Economic Development Manager coordinates planning activities with developers and outside agencies manages the budget and oversees the development and implementation of goals objectives and policies for the Planning Division; supervises subordinate staff; prepares reports makes presentations and provides recommendations; and performs other related duties as assigned. This midmanagement position provides highlevel administrative assistance to the Director of Community Development and may serve as Acting Director of Community Development in his/her absence. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the following representative duties knowledge and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodation will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
Oversees the operations of the Planning Division including current and longrange planning functions and programs; recommends modifications to planning programs policies and procedures as appropriate; manages major projects including annexations general plan amendments rezonings major subdivisions nonresidential development projects and strategic plan implementation; prepares reports makes presentations on planning issues to the City Council and provides recommendations.
Develops and monitors budgets for division programs and identifies potential resources and expenditures; and assists the Director of Community Development with the management of grant applications and implementation relating to geography maps plats site plans or other planning processes.
Develops requests for proposals and helps select consultants to work with the Division; administers the bidding process; verifies contracts expenditures and compliance; and manages consultant contracts associated with assigned planning and policy studies.
Acts as a liaison and builds strong relationships with local business owners regional and county officials and others in the economic development community such as educational institutions nonprofits and businesses; markets City economic development programs to business entrepreneurial and civic/community groups; prepares and presents findings and recommendations to boards the business community and other groups; and facilitates and represents the City at meetings with members of the business community and general public.
Leads environmental reviews and assessments involving private and City projects ordinances and policy development. Responds to inquiries and provides information over the front counter to applicants developers consultants outside agencies the public and other City departments regarding planning information and explaining procedures land use development and environmental regulations and procedures.
Plans directs staff and participates in major development projects including the preparation of appraisals economic feasibility plans financing plans environmental documents design plans and technical studies required for planning design and development of commercial retail and residential improvement projects.
Researches analyzes and prepares a variety of studies and reports on economic development including labor market trends; prepares reviews and evaluates requests for proposals contracts and scopes of work for economic feasibility; negotiates prepares and administers contracts and agreements; and researches and prepares complex grant and funding applications and proposals.
Monitors and keeps informed of current trends in the urban planning field and community development matters including legislation court rulings and professional practices and techniques; evaluates their impact on City operations and recommends policy and procedural improvements.
Provides supervision and training for subordinate staff; evaluates motivates and disciplines subordinate staff providing technical guidance in current and advanced planning. Prepares work schedules; determines work procedures and issues written and verbal instructions; and prepares and administers performance evaluations.
Oversee attend and participate in preparation agenda materials for the City Council Planning Commission and related committees.
Supervises and participates in the preparation of highly technical studies analyses and reports related to planning activities.
Assists Director of Community Development in building strong city relations with the development business community and residents. Meets with developers property owners and others to resolve planning issues.
Participates in the development of department goals objectives policies and procedures.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education Training and Experience Guidelines:
Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge abilities and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the qualifications would be:
BA/BS in Planning Urban Design Architecture Economic Development Business Administration Public Administration or related field.
Five 5 years of increasingly responsible professional experience in planning including two 2 years in a supervisory capacity.
MA/MS highly desirable.
Local government experience is desirable.
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of urban and regional planning redevelopment current and advanced planning historic preservation and residential commercial and/or industrial development.
Principles of fiscal statistical and administrative research and report preparation; records management principles and procedures including record keeping and filing principles and practices.
Principles and practices of economic and business development including market analysis and methods for business attraction and retention.
Applicable Federal State and local laws codes and regulations.
Techniques used in dealing with the public and customer service.
Office administration practices and procedures; and City department policies and procedures.
Principles and practices of employee supervision training evaluation motivation and discipline.
Skill in:
Independently research and analyze problems identify solutions project impacts of proposed actions and implement recommendations.
Independently interpret and apply building and zoning codes City ordinances policies procedures regulations and law pertaining to planning; read and correctly interpret building plans specifications and maps;
Correctly interpret complex economic data and development reports design plans leases agreements contracts and permits related to economic development projects and programs.
Prepare clear and concise technical and administrative reports including accurate tables schedules
summaries and other materials in narrative form; establish and maintain various data collection record keeping tracking filing and reporting systems; and maintain office and specialized files.
Plan organize train and manage the work of assigned staff; resolve grievances and complaints; and establish and maintain an effective working relationship with fellow employees the public elected officials and other departments and outside agencies.
Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing which includes using tact and discretion when dealing with the public elected officials and City staff.
Research collect compile and analyze information and data and organize work to meet schedules and timelines.
Operate office equipment including computers copying machines and phone systems.
License/Certification/Special Requirements:
Must possess a valid Class C California drivers license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
Possession of a valid certification from the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is preferred.
Attend night meetings special meetings and business trips as required.
Physical Demands and Working Environment:
Work is performed in a standard office environment. May be required to travel to various sites locations and/or events. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours; employees are required to assume the duties of a disaster worker in the event of a locally declared emergency.IMPORTANT NOTICE
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
