Director of Community Development - Village of North Riverside, Illinois

Category: Administration

Status: Open

Posted: October 16, 2023

Closing: November 1, 2023 11:59 PM

Full description and application are available here.

Job Description:

The Village of North Riverside is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Director of Community Development.  This is a full time administrative position who manages, directs, supervises and coordinates all operational activities of the North Riverside Community Development Department. The Community Development Department includes the areas of urban planning, zoning and redevelopment, economic development, building code administration, property maintenance and code enforcement, and inspection services.

Assistant Director of Community Development - Office of Alderman Dan La Spata

Who: Office of Alderman Dan La Spata

What: Description: Alderman Daniel La Spata seeks an equity minded, hardworking and task-oriented person to serve as the Assistant Director of Community Development of the 1st Ward, reporting directly to the 1st Ward Chief of Staff. They are responsible for operation and implementation of internal and external administrative duties including office budget, letters of support and Aldermanic scheduling. They maintain relationships with 1st Ward senior citizens, Chicago Park District, volunteer neighborhood associations, individuals experiencing homelessness, CAPS office and restorative justice groups.

Development Coordinator, Oregon, WI

Gorman & Company is searching for a full-time Development Coordinator.  This position will work out of our unique, historic office in Oregon, Wisconsin.  The office is a renovated former high school and includes a basketball court and a 1950s-style diner that serves as our break room!  The location is just south of Madison, and offers employees an easy commute in a walk-friendly neighborhood with nearby coffee shops and restaurants.  Our company culture incorporates fun, personal accountability, and excellent customer service to achieve results! This is an exciting opportunity with a growing company!  Our firm strives to initiate strategies and implement solutions to revitalize communities and build strong neighborhoods.  Come and join our growing company, and make a difference in the lives of others!  Visit our website for more information at www.gormanusa.com.

OVERALL DESCRIPTION OF JOB SCOPE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for preparing all applications for funding, including Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Tax Exempt Bonds, HOME, and AHP. Coordinate all aspects of an application and ensure items are finished in a timely, well-executed manner. Work with the Market President as a team to devise the best project. 

RELATIONSHIPS: This position reports to the Regional Market President, retains relationships with peers and all other departments within the company, maintains relationships with current and prospective residents, and maintains relationships with suppliers, vendors, and others serving the Company or the property. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Please note that the essential job functions listed here are not all-inclusive, rather they indicate the types of activities normally performed by this position and, therefore, may be modified and revised. Other duties may be required and assigned from time-to-time.

1. Coordinate and submit RFQ and RFP responses for potential future development opportunities.
2. Work with the Regional Market President to coordinate developments from inception through lease up.
a. Preliminary market studies
b. Create and maintain a critical path (development checklist)
c. Submit funding applications
d. Submit follow-up documentation as requested by funding sources
e. Coordinate due diligence in securing investors and lenders
f. Coordinate due diligence as a project moves to closing work with multiple funding sources
g. Work with Market President to assist in various neighborhood, municipal, and state processes to move a project forward (i.e. neighborhood meetings, partner meetings, city zoning submittals)
h. Participate in project team meetings led by Regional Market President
3. Work with development team in standardizing and establishing methods including, but not limited to:
a. Development checklists
b. Electronic organization
c. Application processes
4. Provide on-going coordination between architects, contractors, and other members of the project development team.
5. Maintain a high level of level of understanding of tax credit markets. 
6. Maintain relationships with outside consultants. 
7. Function as the go-to contact within Gorman for questions regarding the tax credit process or QAP for all markets we work in.
8. Be a face (voice or email) for a development project. 
9. Respond quickly and professionally to requests and serve as the point of contact for outside consultants.
10. Handle multiple deadline-driven projects in a truly fast-paced, team-oriented, multi-tasking environment.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, or similar degree required.
2. Master's degree in Real Estate preferred.
3. Prior experience with real estate development preferred.
4. Team spirit cooperative, honest, trustworthy, and reliable.
5. Experience with Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook). 
6. Must possess proficient ability to communicate in English in oral and written format.
7. Ability to apply discretion with confidential material.
8. Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy.
9. Ability to effectively apply analytical and problem solving skills.
10. Excellent time managing skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines

https://gormanusa.applicantpro.com/jobs/620890.html

Community Development Director - City of Pismo Beach, CA

Community Development Director

City of Pismo Beach, CA

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Contact person: 

Teri Black / Julie Yuan-Miu

Phone: 

424.296.3111 / 925.820-8436

Website: 

http://www.tbcrecruiting.com

Location: 

Pismo Beach, CA

Community Development Director

City of Pismo Beach

                                                                                               

From his/her ocean view office, the accessible Director will focus on downtown revitalization, development of design standards and the successful construction of premier resorts. The ideal candidate will have the proven ability to thrive as a working manager in a fast-paced environment and effectively balance multiple priorities and projects simultaneously. A superior people manager, he/she will also be an exceptional communicator and a planning professional who values design excellence. Relevant management experience and a Bachelor’s degree are required. A Master’s degree is preferred.

Current salary range goes up to $146,246 and is under review to ensure compensation is competitive for top candidate. Salary is supplemented by an attractive benefits package that includes city-paid deferred compensation. This recruitment will close on Sunday, November 22, 2015. Detailed brochure available at www.tbcrecruiting.com.

Teri Black · 424.296.3111

Julie Yuan-Miu · 925.820.8436

TERI BLACK & COMPANY, LLC

www.tbcrecruiting.com

Director of Community Development, DeKalb County Government - Decatur, GA

Director of Community Development 

DeKalb County Government

May 6, 2015 

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Experience: 

More than 10 years

Contact person: 

Russell J. Hassell, SPHR

Phone: 

4043712290

Email: 

ExecutiveRecruiting@dekalbcountyga.gov

Website: 

http://WWW.DEKALBCOUNTYGA.GOV/JOBS

Location: 

Decatur, GA

DeKalb County Government has an outstanding opportunity for a dynamic and innovative professional to join the County as its Director of Community Development. The successful candidate will have broad public sector experience with a strong background in community and economic development. Additional valued experience includes planning and implementing successful programs to meet the needs of a diverse community, developing comprehensive community development strategies and working collaboratively with non-profit agencies, government entities, businesses and faith-based organizations.
The ideal candidate should have an understanding of the social and economic forces affecting families and communities to shape programming efforts. The County is interested in a candidate who has the ability to think critically and creatively, and exercises excellent judgment to make multidimensional decisions based on facts and experience.

The department’s primary purpose is to develop viable urban communities that principally benefit low to moderate income persons. The Director of Community Development is responsible for overseeing the County’s comprehensive neighborhood revitalization plan. Duties include administering $27.5M in federal entitlement grants that aid in expanding economic opportunities and managing a $3.5M operational budget; providing oversight and achieving departmental process efficiencies to enhance the effectiveness of resource utilization, programs and services provided. The Director of Community Development reports to the COO and DCOO for Development, keeping them informed on matters related to the department’s progress in attaining strategic objectives.

Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in City or Regional Planning, Civil Engineering, Public Administration, Finance, or a related field (Advanced Degree preferred); ten years of experience in community development, public works construction, or a related field including four years of managerial experience at the executive level with a comparable jurisdiction. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.

Resumes will be held in strict confidence and applications should be submitted to: www.dekalbcountyga.gov/jobs 

Annual Salary: $110,000 is negotiable, depending on experience and qualifications of the selected candidate.

Community Development Director - City of Sandy Springs, GA

Community Development Director 

City of Sandy Springs, GA

April 30, 2015 

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Economic Planning and Development

Planning Management, Budgeting and Finance

Experience: 

More than 10 years

Email: 

jobs.ga@thecollaborative.com

Location: 

Sandy Springs, GA

The Collaborative is seeking a dynamic leader and proven planning executive to oversee the activities of 35-person community development department for the rapidly growing, 10-year old City of Sandy Springs, GA. Located in metro north Atlanta, the city of 100,000 is a unique experiment in municipal government. On-site contractors perform a large share of the City’s services. The Collaborative, a Boston-based planning, design and communications firm manages the Departments of Community Development, Economic Development and Communications. 

With nearly $1B of commercial development occurring in the city, and over $250M of municipal funds being invested in the creation of a new city center, the position presents an exciting opportunity to lead a key City department in helping the City grow in a sustainable way. 

To learn more about the City and community, please visit the City’s website at www.cityofsandyspringsga.org. 

Salary and Benefits

$120,000 to $145,000 annually dependent on experience. The Collaborative offers full benefits. Reasonable relocation assistance is available. 

Please send cover letter and resume to Sr. Vice President Matt Houser at jobs.ga@thecollaborative.com.

Responsibilities

In addition to providing primary leadership for long-term planning, the Director oversees the Divisions of Planning and Zoning, Building and Development and Code Enforcement. In doing so, the Director promotes, leads, and supports initiatives designed to provide guidance in long-term planning activities, as well as formulates, modifies, and improves programs and processes for planning and zoning, plan review, building development, inspections, and code enforcement. Also:

• Reviews growth patterns, trends in land use, community needs and other factors in developing recommendations for controlling and regulating community development and services
• Communicates and works proactively with developers and other community organizations to promote projects and programs that add to the economic health and quality of life of residents 
• Establishes policies and programs for housing, redevelopment, neighborhood improvement, and plans review and inspections
• Guides developers through the development process, coordinates site selection, negotiations, land assembly and city financing; ensures City codes and ordinances, state and federal laws are met; establishes control systems to ensure timely and effective implementation
• Resolves problems and issues arising from the development process; works with applicants, department staff and other City departments to effectively resolve conflicts; works effectively with a variety of conflicting or competing interests
• Serves as a member of the City's management team; provides information and recommendations regarding operations; assists in making decisions related to all facets of municipal government
• Serves as technical advisor to City Boards and Commissions, City Council, Assistant City Manager, City Departments, and civic groups on planning, zoning, plan review, inspection, code enforcement, and related matters; interprets ordinances and regulations as they apply to respective areas
• Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates personnel; establishes and monitors employee performance objectives; prepares and presents employee performance reviews; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures
• Confers with engineers, developers, architects, a variety of agencies, and the general public in acquiring information and coordinating development services matters
• Supervises and participates in the development and administration of the department's operating budget; directs the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; implements mid-year adjustments

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience with at least 3 years serving as Community Development Director, or Deputy Director or similar managerial responsibility. Past position(s) should demonstrated extensive experience in urban planning, community development, placemaking, economic development, and growth management
• Knowledge of current trends in planning and zoning, new urbanism, form-based zoning, low-impact development, and use of bonus measures to encourage desirable development outcomes
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of conflicting or competing interests through consensus building, discussion and persuasion
• Knowledge of land use and development principles and practices, engineering, plan review, and building inspection
• Ability to research methods and sources of information related to urban growth and development
• Ability to effectively apply development techniques and practices to the establishment of strategies, programs, goals and objectives
• Ability to present and communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Master's degree in Urban or Regional Planning, Public Administration, or related field desirable. Bachelor’s degree in similar fields required.
• AICP Certification

The Collaborative is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Community Development Director - City of Freeport, IL

Community Development Director

City of Freeport, IL

April 29, 2015 

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Experience: 

5-7 years

Phone: 

8152352065

Email: 

dmilliman@cityoffreeport.org

Location: 

Freeport, IL

The City of Freeport is seeking a hands-on, high energy Community Development Director.  The Director acts as a liaison to developers, realtors and other planners on proposed development, administers and enforces the planning and zoning rules and regulations, and prepares and administers all economic and community development grants. Also responsible for code enforcement.

Key responsibilities of the Director will be to help develop strategies for business retention and expansion, as well as to assist in responding to requests for information from prospective businesses.  He or she will manage activities in the City Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts and administer the enterprise zone.  Providing technical support for plans and projects will also be required.

Candidates must have an extensive working knowledge of zoning, annexation, and site development rules, regulations and ordinances; ICC codes; and knowledge of financial instruments for encouraging private development.  The ability to conduct public hearings on a variety of planning and development issues and determine the City's capacity for community development is required.  Qualified candidates will excel at customer service, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, have unquestionable integrity and ethics, be a team player and be comfortable working in a small city environment.  He or she will have to be “hands on,” capable of functioning with a small staff and be highly collaborative. 

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college, with concentration in planning, public administration, business administration or other related field, Master’s degree preferred.  Five years increasingly responsible experience in a planning, zoning or community/economic development related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.  Current AICP accreditation or the ability to become accredited within one year of hire is desirable.  Salary commensurate with experience.

Application deadline May 22, 2015.  Please email resumes to:

Human Resource Manager

dmilliman@cityoffreeport.org

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

Community Development Director - City of Richland, WA

Community Development Director

City of Richland

February 23, 2015

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Experience: 

7-10 years

Contact person: 

Ed Rogan

Phone: 

2064414144

Website: 

http://www.waldronhr.com

Location: 

Richland, WA

The City of Richland is located at the confluence of the Columbia and Yakima Rivers in southeastern Washington. Along with its sister cities of Pasco, West Richland, and Kennewick, the metropolitan area is known as the Tri-Cities. Made up of approximately 52,400 residents the City of Richland features beautiful parks and recreation, a high quality of life, and strong industries in government, healthcare, and agriculture.

The City of Richland seeks a new Community Development Director (CDD) who is passionate about providing vision and leadership throughout the City with the goal of enhancing the vitality of the community. Assuming full responsibility for all Community Development Department services and activities, the CDD will develop and implement goals, objectives and policies for the department within City policy including budget preparation, service and staffing levels. Reporting to the City Manager, the CDD plans, organizes, manages and provides administrative direction and oversight for all functions and activities of the Community Development Department. As a strategic partner in City planning, the CDD provides key, high level input in preparing the City’s strategic plan and is responsible for advising the City Manager and City Council on critical issues and decisions on City development and programming.

Qualifications for the position include:

Seven to ten years of increasingly responsible experience in community development operations, including significant experience in a senior management capacity. A bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Community Development, Urban Planning, Municipal Planning or related field. Alternatively, an equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

View the full position profile here:http://www.waldronhr.com/images/stories/Position_Specifications/cityofri...

The City of Richland is a progressive, equal opportunity employer that values a diverse workforce. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply.

For consideration, please submit a carefully crafted, customized cover letter and resume to http://candidates.waldronhr.com. Letters should be addressed to Ed Rogan.

Community Development Director - City of Bothell, WA

Community Development Director

City of Bothell, WA

January 18, 2015

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Experience: 

5-7 years

Contact person: 

Prothman

Phone: 

206-368-0050

Fax: 

425-270-3496

Email: 

info@prothman.com

Website: 

http://www.prothman.com

Location: 

Bothell, WA

Salary: $117,576 - $149,484   

For a complete job description, please visit the Prothman Company at http://www.prothman.com/ and click on "Current Searches."

Bothell, Washington, is located just 20 minutes north of Seattle on the north end of beautiful Lake Washington. Visitors come to explore the plentiful outdoor adventure opportunities, while others enjoy the city’s charming shopping and dining options. Bothell is a multi-faceted, full-service city with a resident population of approximately 41,000.  The city is a strong employment center providing a home for many world renown high-tech and bio-tech companies that provide jobs for approximately 25,000 employees. The co-located campuses of the University of Washington Bothell and Cascadia Community College provide convenient local access to higher education.

The Community Development Director position provides the opportunity to work with a progressive City Manager and a supportive City Council, while joining a city embarking on exciting economic development opportunities as it undertakes the revitalization of its downtown. To date, the city has broken ground on more than $94 million in vital capital projects as part of $150 million of planned infrastructure improvements. This is one of the best municipal career opportunities in the Puget Sound area!

There are three divisions within the Community Development Department: the Building and Permit Services Division, the Planning Division, and the Administrative Services Division. Department staffing is comprised of 23.5 budgeted positions plus a part-time historic preservation consultant. 

The Community Development Director directs the department and assures the effective coordination of programs and strategies required to meet the city’s goals and objectives, and directs planning, zoning, building, permitting, and code enforcement functions.

Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Engineering, Earth Sciences, Business or Public Administration (Master's degree preferred); AND five years of experience managing community development and urban planning programs, including supervisory experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

The City of Bothell is an equal opportunity employer. First review: February 22, 2015 (open until filled). To apply online, visit Prothman athttp://www.prothman.com/ and click on "Submit Your Application" and follow the directions provided. Application materials will only be accepted electronically via the website. For questions, please call 206-368-0050.