Director of Planning
City of South Bend
Professional Area:
Architecture
Community Development and Redevelopment
Economic Planning and Development
Real Estate Development
Urban Design
Experience:
5-7 years
Email:
humanresources@southbendin.gov
Location:
South Bend, IN
Leads the City of South Bend’s Planning team and its activities of urban planning, design, and redevelopment to support a strong, vibrant and attractive City. Performs complex professional and administrative work in urban planning; directing and developing short and long range planning activities, oversee redevelopment initiatives; coordinating work with County and regional planning agencies; budget preparation and administration; and speaking in front of local civic groups and community meetings. Innovation, creativity, problem-solving and great communication skills are critical for the incumbent’s success.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Direct supervision of Planning team staff and interns.
Direct supervision of Planning team staff and interns.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This list represents the types of duties required by the position. Other duties may be assigned as reasonably expected.
• Performs advanced professional work related to a variety of planning assignments
• Provide leadership and direction in the development and implementation of community plans, planning studies and redevelopment initiatives
• Formulates and oversees implementation of growth management, annexation, zoning, and urban design strategies
• Oversees project budgets, contract expenditures, and compliance
• Assists in the preparation of Division and Department budgets
• Evaluates planning-related legislation and applicability to department projects
• Conducts research and prepares reports on land use, physical, social & economic issues
• Provides recommendations on rezonings, variances, alley vacations, and general land use issues
• Represents the organization on regional/local boards and committees
• Presents reports and other findings to Boards, Commissions, Common Council, and general public
• Attends evening and weekend meetings of neighborhood and other community based organizations
This list represents the types of duties required by the position. Other duties may be assigned as reasonably expected.
• Performs advanced professional work related to a variety of planning assignments
• Provide leadership and direction in the development and implementation of community plans, planning studies and redevelopment initiatives
• Formulates and oversees implementation of growth management, annexation, zoning, and urban design strategies
• Oversees project budgets, contract expenditures, and compliance
• Assists in the preparation of Division and Department budgets
• Evaluates planning-related legislation and applicability to department projects
• Conducts research and prepares reports on land use, physical, social & economic issues
• Provides recommendations on rezonings, variances, alley vacations, and general land use issues
• Represents the organization on regional/local boards and committees
• Presents reports and other findings to Boards, Commissions, Common Council, and general public
• Attends evening and weekend meetings of neighborhood and other community based organizations
NON-ESSENTIAL/MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
• Assumes additional responsibilities as directed and as they relate to overall function.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as directed and as they relate to overall function.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION
• A graduate degree in urban planning, public administration, architecture, economics, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in progressively responsible positions in urban planning, real estate finance, urban redevelopment, or a related field.
• AICP certification preferred.
• A graduate degree in urban planning, public administration, architecture, economics, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in progressively responsible positions in urban planning, real estate finance, urban redevelopment, or a related field.
• AICP certification preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES PREFERRED
• Considerable knowledge of the theory, principles and techniques of the planning profession and development process
• Considerable knowledge of federal, state and local laws, ordinances and codes pertaining to a wide variety of planning topics
• Considerable knowledge of principles of personnel management, including supervision, training, and performance evaluation
• Considerable knowledge of the methods and techniques of research and analysis
• Knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office, Internet applications, and GIS
• Proven management skills and ability to manage day-to-day operations
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including the editing, oversight or preparation of technical reports, and the presentation of information to government entities and various committees
• Strong interpersonal and public relations skills to work effectively with various officials, staff, citizens, and other customers
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and negotiation skills
• Ability to understand and manage high-profile, sensitive, or controversial political situations
• Ability to exercise sound and independent judgment within general policy guidelines
• Considerable knowledge of the theory, principles and techniques of the planning profession and development process
• Considerable knowledge of federal, state and local laws, ordinances and codes pertaining to a wide variety of planning topics
• Considerable knowledge of principles of personnel management, including supervision, training, and performance evaluation
• Considerable knowledge of the methods and techniques of research and analysis
• Knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office, Internet applications, and GIS
• Proven management skills and ability to manage day-to-day operations
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including the editing, oversight or preparation of technical reports, and the presentation of information to government entities and various committees
• Strong interpersonal and public relations skills to work effectively with various officials, staff, citizens, and other customers
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and negotiation skills
• Ability to understand and manage high-profile, sensitive, or controversial political situations
• Ability to exercise sound and independent judgment within general policy guidelines