Assistant Planning Director
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Job Location:
Hilton Head, SC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Join Our Team as the Assistant Planning Director
The Town of Hilton Head Island is seeking an experienced and visionary Assistant Planning Director to support and enhance the Planning Departments commitment to community growth development and environmental stewardship. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the Towns strategic planning zoning and development goals in alignment with the communitys values and regulations.
About the Role:
This position plays a key leadership role in guiding day to day operations by providing oversight of Development Review Building Inspection and Community Development Services.
The Assistant Planning Director brings strong professional planning expertise and leadership to ensure consistent high quality decision making effective customer service and sound implementation of the Towns Land Management Ordinance and development policies.
What You Wil Do:
The Town of Hilton Head Island is seeking an experienced and visionary Assistant Planning Director to support and enhance the Planning Departments commitment to community growth development and environmental stewardship. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the Towns strategic planning zoning and development goals in alignment with the communitys values and regulations.
About the Role:
This position plays a key leadership role in guiding day to day operations by providing oversight of Development Review Building Inspection and Community Development Services.
The Assistant Planning Director brings strong professional planning expertise and leadership to ensure consistent high quality decision making effective customer service and sound implementation of the Towns Land Management Ordinance and development policies.
What You Wil Do:
- Provide leadership and operational oversight for Development Review Building Inspection Permitting and related administrative staff.
- Guide and mentor staff to support consistent application of planning principles ordinances and best
- practices.
- Review and provide direction on complex development applications rezonings variances special use permits and related land use requests.
- Ensure consistent interpretation and application of zoning regulations development standards and planning policies.
- Oversee administrative support for boards and commissions ensuring accurate staff reports meeting coordination and follow up actions.
- Assist in preparing and presenting staff recommendations to boards commissions and Town Council.
- Coordinate cross departmental development review processes to support timely and efficient project delivery.
- Serve as acting Planning Director as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Planning or related field plus eight (8) years of related experience in senior management or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Valid Drivers License
- Extensive knowledge of planning zoning community development and relevant regulations
- Proven leadership ability with experience in staff supervision and project management
What We Offer
- A supportive environment where your skills and contributions are valued
- A comprehensive benefits package that includes health dental vision life insurance short and long-term disability vacation and sick leave paid holidays tuition reimbursement a healthcare reimbursement arrangement and a generous matching 401(k) plan
- Relocation assistance is available
Why Work with Us
Impactful Work:Be at the forefront of projects that significantly enhance our communitys infrastructure and quality of life
Collaborative Environment: Work with a talented team of dedicated professionals committed to innovation and excellence
Excellent Benefits:Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being and professional growth
Community-Centric Focus:Engage with community members and stakeholders to ensure projects meet the needs and expectations of our residents
Impactful Work:Be at the forefront of projects that significantly enhance our communitys infrastructure and quality of life
Collaborative Environment: Work with a talented team of dedicated professionals committed to innovation and excellence
Excellent Benefits:Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being and professional growth
Community-Centric Focus:Engage with community members and stakeholders to ensure projects meet the needs and expectations of our residents
Join us in making Hilton Head Island an even better place to live work and play!
The Town of Hilton Head Island is an Equal Opportunity celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Position will remain open until filled.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Bidding
- Customer Service
- B2C
- Account Management
- Bus Driving
- Fire And Safety Engineering
