Community and Economic Development Director - City of Rock Island, IL

Community and Economic Development Director
City of Rock Island, IL

The City of Rock Island is recruiting for an experienced Community and Economic Development Driector to supervise and manage the Community and Economic Development Department.

Rock Island has a population of 39,684 residents and is located in western Illinois along the Mississippi River. Rock Island, Moline, and East Moline in Illinois and Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa, make up the metro area called the “Quad Cities” with a population of 436,672.

This is highly responsible professional, administrative, and management work planning, organizing, and directing the activities of the Community and Economic Development Department.

Work involves responsibility for the planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing the City's Planning and Redevelopment Division, Economic Development Division, and Inspections Division in furtherance of City Council goals and adopted policies. Supervision is exercised over professional, technical and office support staff. Work is performed under administrative direction of the City Manager, who reviews through conferences and reports for overall effectiveness. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Public Administration, Geography, or other related field (Master's degree is preferred); with at least 7 years of progressively responsible community development experience that includes a minimum of five years of significant supervisory experience. Must have solid knowledge of the laws, ordinances, and statues that apply strong leadership, project management skills, and proficiency with computer office applications. A history of innovative thinking, contract administration, prior position advancements and a commitment to continued education are highly desirable.

The City offers an excellent fringe benefit package which includes pension, major medical, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, car allowance, health club membership and also contributes 5 percent of salary to ICMA’s 457-deferred compensation plan.

Possession of a valid Class D Illinois vehicle operator's license or an equivalent license issued by the employee's state of residence. Selected candidates must meet a residency requirement, which includes the City of Rock Island, IL. Must pass a physical, background check and substance screening.

Applications (including resumes and cover letters) will be accepted only through the online application process until filled at the city’s website: www.rigov.org. Emailed, mailed or hand delivered resumes or applications will not be accepted. An online application must be completed to be considered for the position. Applicant confidentiality will be protected through the recruitment process.

SALARY RANGE
Mid II (4-8 years) $71,968 - $111,644.00