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Community Development Director - City of Atascadero, CA

Community Development Director 

City of Atascadero
April 14, 2015 
Professional Area: 
Community Development and Redevelopment
Experience: 
5-7 years
Contact person: 
Bill Avery or Ann Slate

Phone: 
408-399-4424 or 805-459-5132
Email: 
jobs@averyassoc.net
Website: 
http://www.averyassoc.net
Location: 
Atascadero, CA
Located in the heart of the California’s scenic Central Coast, the City of Atascadero combines the serenity of a rural lifestyle surrounded by a rugged natural beauty with an abundant mix of cultural, social and recreational opportunities.  With a reasonable housing market, good schools, a business friendly environment and many recreational opportunities, Atascadero is an ideal location.
The Community Development Director reports to the City Manager and provides leadership to departmental staff and technical advice to the Planning Commission and City Council. Collaboration, communication and organizational skills will be key attributes for the new Director, who will be comfortable working in a team environment, who is hands-on and well versed in planning and land use practices.
The ideal candidate will have managed an active development portfolio within a community focused on quality projects, active participation from the community and where creative/innovative solutions are utilized.  Land use issues and CEQA knowledge are essential requirements for this position.  A background that includes at least five years experience in managing a community development division or department and a BA/BS in a related field are required.  An MA/MS and AICP certification are desired.  The salary is $105,108-$127,760 annually, DOQ. To apply, submit your cover letter, resume, current salary and contact information including email addresses for five work-related references (email preferred) to Bill Avery by May 29, 2015.  A formal job announcement is available at http://www.averyassoc.net.
Bill Avery and/or Ann Slate
Avery Associates3½ N. Santa Cruz Ave., Suite ALos Gatos, CA 95030E-mail: jobs@averyassoc.net
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