Community Development Manager

Applications will be accepted on-line from August 6 2026 until 11pm on August 28 2026 at the website address review of applications will happen on August 31 2026

Please note: Incomplete applications cannot be considered. You will know you have completed the application when it has requested your signature.

General Job Description

Under the direction of the Director of Operational Support manages the daily operations of Community Development Division; oversees the application and enforcement processes for the Committee of Architecture (COA); serves as the staff liaison to the COA; develops coordinates and reviews Community Development programs and services.

Essential Job Function

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 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 accommodations 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:

• Manages reports of community concerns and applications to the COA.
• Oversees the preparation of the COA agenda and applicant packets prior to meetings.
• Participation in the selection process of appointing COA members
• Prepares and manages the Community Development budget.
• Responds to requests for comments from Pueblo County Planning and Development.
• Collaborates with Pueblo County Planning and Development Department and Regional Building Department for the enforcement of local rules and regulations.
• Attends and provides input to potential applicants at Commercial Review Meetings.
• Attends public meetings as needed.
• Promote professional development of employees and administer employee performance management; supports District personnel policies and procedures within the department.
• Be advocates promoting health and safety in the workplace.
• Embodies the District Core Values.

Managerial Responsibilities

• This position manages all employees of the division and is responsible for the performance management and hiring of the employees within that department.
• Serves as a positive and engaged member of the District Management Team and manages employees for optimum productivity.
• This role takes a proactive approach to the management of employee performance while creating and maintaining a supportive professional and open environment consistent with the Districts culture.
• Participates in the employee selection process evaluates employees performance and provides regular feedback.
• Motivates encourages and develops direct reports.
• Develops and maintains training programs for staff to ensure employee development growth and engagement.
• Demonstrates a respectful attitude toward customers co-workers elected officials and supervisors that promotes teamwork open communication and effective customer service.
• Embodies the District Core Values of Customer Service Excellence Integrity Transparency and Efficiency.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Declaration of Reservations and associated District bylaws.
• Knowledge of advanced computer skills to include the ability to use Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint Adobe Pro Zendesk and OpenGov.
• Knowledge of Pueblo County land use regulations and emerging developments within the field.

• Knowledge of current principles and practices applicable to assigned areas of responsibility; local state and federal laws and regulations related to assigned functions.

Skills

• Reviewing architectural plans plot plans and other COA application documents.
• Use of references and information sources relevant to the field of Community Development such as recorded subdivision plats District bylaws and resolutions.
• Utilize positive and professional communication skills.
• Time management organizing delegation and adaptability skills.

Abilities

• Supervise the work of assigned employees contract personnel and others.
• Communicate with the public maintain effective working relationships with others and operate equipment in a safe manner.
• Make decisions to solve complex technical problems.
• Interpret codes and regulations.
• Utilize strong interpersonal analytical and organizational skills.
• Explore and implement new opportunities for the improvement of department operations.
• Effectively practice conflict management to resolve interpersonal conflict.
• Identify and recommend solutions to problems in a timely manner.
• Speak and write clearly and concisely.
• Establishing effective relationships with District employees contractors vendors the public and others.
• Practice conflict management to resolve interpersonal conflict.
• Identify and recommend solutions to problems in a timely manner.

Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education training and experience that provides the above knowledge abilities and skills may be substituted.)

Qualifications for the job

• Bachelors degree in Land Use Planning Business or other related fields.
• Five years of progressively responsible related experience
• Must have and maintain a valid Colorado class R drivers license.

Expected Hours of Work

• This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Managers are subject to frequent interruptions and deadlines and may be required to work beyond normally scheduled work hours. This includes attending District and other public meetings.

Physical Demands

• Frequent use of keyboard devices extended use of computer keyboard. Standing sitting and bending on a regular basis.
• The work is mostly sedentary with periods of light physical activity and is performed in office surroundings. Typical positions require workers to walk or stand for extended periods; lift and carry up to 20 pounds; climb stairs bend reach hold grasp and turn objects; and use fingers to operate computer keyboards.
• May be required to work beyond normally scheduled work hours.

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• Other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule

• Regular organizational business hours are Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm or as otherwise approved. Actual work schedule must be flexible to balance organizational needs outside of the normal business schedule. Work is subject to recurring deadlines and interruptions.
• This position may be eligible for hybrid remote work at the discretion of the Department Manager based on operational needs job responsibilities and the best interests of the District including specific days times or on an as-needed basis.

Pueblo West Metro District is an Equal Opportunity Employer