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Community Development Director, City of Rancho Cordova - Rancho Cordova, CA

Community Development Director 

City of Rancho Cordova
Professional Area: 
Community Development and Redevelopment
Experience: 
7-10 years
Contact person: 
Teri Black / Carolyn Seeley
Phone: 
424.296.3111 / 949.487.7606
Location: 
Rancho CordovaCA



An emerging gem in Northern California, the City of Rancho Cordova offers an incomparable opportunity to help guide the future of a growing, diverse community with unlimited potential. With 10 miles of beautiful American River parkway, Rancho Cordova sits adjacent to Sacramento and is less than 100 miles from San Francisco, Napa Valley and Lake Tahoe. Incorporated in 2003, with a current population of 67,000, the City is the 2nd largest job base in the region with 55,000 jobs. The City has projected growth to nearly 180,000 and is seeking a visionary planning professional to help design a vibrant and sustainable future for one of the nation’s youngest, dynamic municipalities.
The ideal candidate will be well-versed in all aspects of contemporary planning and possess a reputation for being innovative and progressive. Superior leadership, management and communication skills will be expected. Experience serving growing communities and areas with redevelopment as well as a combination of public and private sector experience will be considered favorably. Seven (7) years of increasingly responsible relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree are required.
Base salary up to $168,293 plus potential for annual performance bonus. Salary is supplemented by attractive benefits package which includes CalPERS 2.7% @ 55 for Classic members. This recruitment closesSunday, November 16, 2014. Check the TBC website for the latest information.
Teri Black · 424.296.3111
Carolyn Seeley · 949.487.7606
TERI BLACK & COMPANY, LLC