Planning & Development Director

Louisburg, NC - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 75000 - 85000

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Company: City of Louisburg
Title:Planning and Development Director
Job Classification: Non-exempt Full-Time
Pay Range: $75000-$85000/year based on experience
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and as needed
Reporting Relationship: City Administrator
Work Location: Louisburg KS

Welcome home to Louisburg Kansas a close-knit close-to-everything community of about 5000 just 20 minutes south of the KC metro area. With Overland Park Kansas knocking at our door to the north we are looking for a Planning and Development Director to encourage and manage future growth in this Miami County Kansas community. With award-winning schools one of the best public libraries in the area and a recreation commission that offers sports and enrichment activities the community actively supports our youngest and oldest citizens.

If you are looking to enjoy small-town living but have the advantages of a large metro area why dont you consider Louisburg We are searching for a Planning & Development Director to help ensure development occurs legally and logically. You will be working with our residents local contractors and developers. Your primary duties will be to administer the Citys plans and policies that affect land use and plan and coordinate current long-range and special planning projects. Drafting regulations that pertain to land use and development and study data from market research census and other studies will be a key component as well assessing the feasibility of development proposals and site plans. You may be in the field analyzing factors for development proposals and site plans or in the office keeping up-to-date on current zoning and building codes and other legal issues.

Primary Accountabilities:
The Planning and Development Director is responsible for oversight of development operations within the City of Louisburg. This position is intended to serve a number of roles during the expected growth of the community.

Major Duties:

Coordinates planning efforts on behalf of the City;
Oversees both existing and new plans;
Develops metrics and tracks metrics for the purpose of reporting goals and objectives progress on a regular basis;
Draft regulations pertaining to land use and development;
Gather and analyze data from market research census and economic and environmental studies;
Conduct field investigations to analyze factors affecting community development/decline including land use;
Assess the feasibility of development proposals and site plans and identify for approval or denial;
Assists in the management of the citys current infrastructure and urban resources;
Acts as additional contact for communications between the city and the general public development groups builders investors etc.;
Plans directs coordinates and reviews required work plans for current long range and special planning projects;
Conducts planning studies;
Coordinates with City and regional boards and commissions for design and implementation of plans and planning efforts;
Advises the Council and City Administrator of all possible grants or other opportunities that may benefit the City;
Assists in the preparation of all forms authorized or required by the State or Federal government;
Acts as permit coordinator for all building and sign permits;
Manages all department equipment and resources has authority to purchase necessary equipment and supplies and assists in the preparation of the citys annual budget;
Assists other departments as the need arises;
Works closely with Public Works employees concerning utility questions and functions of new and existing projects;
Oversees the recruitment employment evaluation and release of staff with approval from the City Council;
Oversees Planning & Zoning Coordinator in reviewing and preparing reports for a variety of boards commissions and committees including the Planning Commission Board of Zoning Appeals Convention & Tourism Committee and City Council;
Answers phone calls and emails regarding development proposals permit questions and other property / planning questions;
Performs other duties as deemed necessary or assigned.

Secondary Duties:

Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of zoning and code enforcement;
Assists Planning & Zoning Coordinator prepare reports for applications by homeowners and businesses regarding planning and zoning and zoning appeals performing inspections of both public and private property to enforce the citys zoning and sign regulations;
Attend City Council Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals meetings;
Prepares and oversees budget code department invoices and statements for line-item budget accounting;
Monthly and annual reports of master plan progress and goal setting for out year planning and budget considerations.

Required Qualifications:

A masters degree from an accredited university in communications planning or other closely related field is required. A bachelors degree combined with 7 years of experience may be substituted for a masters degree.
Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in communications planning or closely related field is required.
AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners) certification is preferred APA (American Planning Association) membership is required.
The employee must be able to accurately prepare reports memos and other documents; to interpret data; anticipate problems; and read and interpret written instructions. Excellent organizational time management and prioritizing skills are required.
Must possess a high level of computer skills with advanced knowledge of various computer systems telephone systems and other office equipment.
Must possess the ability to make independent decision. The ability to learn and adapt to new situations is necessary.
Must possess the ability to interpret data ordinances agendas and other written instructions.
Must demonstrate advanced public relations organizational oral and written communication skills.
Must possess the ability to communicate clearly and professionally through both verbal and written skills with customers in English.
Must possess the ability to organize multi-task plan and set priorities to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
Must possess the ability to pay close attention to detail and to make reliable and prompt decisions using available information.
Must possess the ability to effectively work with both staff and citizens.
Must demonstrate good work habits maintain a professional appearance and attitude and follow policies and procedures.
Must project a friendly courteous patient and professional image at all times even under adverse conditions.
Must demonstrate poise tact and diplomacy with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information and situations.

Physical Demands:

Must possess the ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Must possess the ability to read computer screens and email mail and talk on the phone.
Must possess the ability to lift up to ten (10) to fifteen (15) pounds. On occasion may need to lift heavier items.

Work Environment:

Professional and deadline-oriented environment in an office setting.
Interaction with staff governing body members and general public.

Additional Duties:
Additional duties and responsibilities may be added to this job description at any time. The job description does not state or imply that these are the only activities to be performed by the employee(s) holding this position. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related responsibilities as requested by their supervisor.

Required Experience:

Director

Company: City of LouisburgTitle:Planning and Development DirectorJob Classification: Non-exempt Full-TimePay Range: $75000-$85000/year based on experienceWork Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and as neededReporting Relationship: City AdministratorWork Location: Louisburg KSWelc...

Coordinates planning efforts on behalf of the City;
Oversees both existing and new plans;
Develops metrics and tracks metrics for the purpose of reporting goals and objectives progress on a regular basis;
Draft regulations pertaining to land use and development;
Gather and analyze data from market research census and economic and environmental studies;
Conduct field investigations to analyze factors affecting community development/decline including land use;
Assess the feasibility of development proposals and site plans and identify for approval or denial;
Assists in the management of the citys current infrastructure and urban resources;
Acts as additional contact for communications between the city and the general public development groups builders investors etc.;
Plans directs coordinates and reviews required work plans for current long range and special planning projects;
Conducts planning studies;
Coordinates with City and regional boards and commissions for design and implementation of plans and planning efforts;
Advises the Council and City Administrator of all possible grants or other opportunities that may benefit the City;
Assists in the preparation of all forms authorized or required by the State or Federal government;
Acts as permit coordinator for all building and sign permits;
Manages all department equipment and resources has authority to purchase necessary equipment and supplies and assists in the preparation of the citys annual budget;
Assists other departments as the need arises;
Works closely with Public Works employees concerning utility questions and functions of new and existing projects;
Oversees the recruitment employment evaluation and release of staff with approval from the City Council;
Oversees Planning & Zoning Coordinator in reviewing and preparing reports for a variety of boards commissions and committees including the Planning Commission Board of Zoning Appeals Convention & Tourism Committee and City Council;
Answers phone calls and emails regarding development proposals permit questions and other property / planning questions;
Performs other duties as deemed necessary or assigned.

Secondary Duties:

Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of zoning and code enforcement;
Assists Planning & Zoning Coordinator prepare reports for applications by homeowners and businesses regarding planning and zoning and zoning appeals performing inspections of both public and private property to enforce the citys zoning and sign regulations;
Attend City Council Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals meetings;
Prepares and oversees budget code department invoices and statements for line-item budget accounting;
Monthly and annual reports of master plan progress and goal setting for out year planning and budget considerations.

Required Qualifications:

A masters degree from an accredited university in communications planning or other closely related field is required. A bachelors degree combined with 7 years of experience may be substituted for a masters degree.
Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in communications planning or closely related field is required.
AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners) certification is preferred APA (American Planning Association) membership is required.
The employee must be able to accurately prepare reports memos and other documents; to interpret data; anticipate problems; and read and interpret written instructions. Excellent organizational time management and prioritizing skills are required.
Must possess a high level of computer skills with advanced knowledge of various computer systems telephone systems and other office equipment.
Must possess the ability to make independent decision. The ability to learn and adapt to new situations is necessary.
Must possess the ability to interpret data ordinances agendas and other written instructions.
Must demonstrate advanced public relations organizational oral and written communication skills.
Must possess the ability to communicate clearly and professionally through both verbal and written skills with customers in English.
Must possess the ability to organize multi-task plan and set priorities to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
Must possess the ability to pay close attention to detail and to make reliable and prompt decisions using available information.
Must possess the ability to effectively work with both staff and citizens.
Must demonstrate good work habits maintain a professional appearance and attitude and follow policies and procedures.
Must project a friendly courteous patient and professional image at all times even under adverse conditions.
Must demonstrate poise tact and diplomacy with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information and situations.

Physical Demands:

Must possess the ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Must possess the ability to read computer screens and email mail and talk on the phone.
Must possess the ability to lift up to ten (10) to fifteen (15) pounds. On occasion may need to lift heavier items.

Work Environment:

Professional and deadline-oriented environment in an office setting.
Interaction with staff governing body members and general public.

Required Experience:

Director

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