Development Services Director - City of Issaquah, WA

Development Services Director

City of Issaquah

 

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Land-Use Management and Code Enforcement

Planning Management, Budgeting and Finance

Urban Design

Experience: 

More than 10 years

Contact person: 

Stephanie Johnson

Phone: 

425-837-3043

Fax: 

425-837-3046

Email: 

stephaniej@issaquahwa.gov

Website: 

http://www.govjobstoday.com

Location: 

Issaquah, WA

The Development Services Director manages, directs, plans, and organizes the daily operations of the Development Services Department.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Guiding strategic planning for departmental activities; developing short- and long-range goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for department functions and programs.

• Analyzing community needs and forecasting for future requirements.

• Developing and monitoring standards and service levels.

• Leading and directing the department's staff and budget.

• Administering the City's Comprehensive Plan and ensuring actions are consistent with city goals.

• Making recommendations with the Mayor's office, as well as providing technical advice and collaborative services to other departments.

• Executive representative to the City Council Land and Shore Committee.

We are looking for a teammate and leader that feels similarly passionate about our community and our goals. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership and administrative experience in local government as well as a broad background in all aspects of urban planning, development, and environmental review, and a strong track record of success in managing a multifaceted department.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in planning or a related field and minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience involving management and high performance organizations.

• Valid Washington State Driver's License with a driving record free from serious or frequent violations.

• Must pass a criminal background screening.

Submit an online application by visiting http://www.govjobstoday.com.

Along with your application, a cover letter or statement of interest is required.

Position closes 5:00PM, November 6, 2015.

Development Services Director - City of Issaquah, WA

Development Services Director

City of Issaquah

Professional Area: 

Planning Management, Budgeting and Finance

Experience: 

More than 10 years

Contact person: 

Stephanie Johnson

Phone: 

425-837-3043

Fax: 

425-837-3046

Email: 

stephaniej@issaquahwa.gov

Website: 

http://issaquahwa.gov/dsddirector

Location: 

Issaquah, WA

Be a leader during an exciting era in Issaquah! This is THE opportunity to be part of making a remarkable community even better. The Development Services Director manages, directs, plans, and organizes the daily operations of the Development Services Department.

Specific responsibilities include: 

• Guiding strategic planning for departmental activities; developing short- and long-range goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for department functions and programs. 
• Analyzing community needs and forecasting for future requirements. 
• Developing and monitoring standards and service levels. 
• Leading and directing the department's staff and budget. 
• Administering the City's Comprehensive Plan and ensuring actions are consistent with city goals. 
• Making recommendations with the Mayor's office, as well as providing technical advice and collaborative services to other departments. 
• Executive representative to the City Council Land and Shore Committee.

We are looking for a teammate and leader that feels similarly passionate about our community and our goals. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership and administrative experience in local government as well as a broad background in all aspects of urban planning, development, and environmental review, and a strong track record of success in managing a multifaceted department.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in planning or a related field and minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience involving management and high performance organizations. 
• Valid Washington State Driver's License with a driving record free from serious or frequent violations. 
• Must pass a criminal background screening. Submit an online application by visiting www.govjobstoday.com.

Along with your application, a cover letter or statement of interest is required. Position closes 5:00PM, August 3, 2015.

Development Services Director - City of Orange City, FL

Development Services Director 

City of Orange City

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Experience: 

5-7 years

Contact person: 

Andy McNeill

Phone: 

3867755457

Fax: 

386-775-5416

Email: 

amcneill@ourorangecity.com

Website: 

http://www.ourorangecity.com

Location: 

Orange City, FL

Summary:

Performs highly responsible management and administrative work directing and coordinating the City's Development Services Department. Responsible for the operation of the Development Services Department using professional, creative and innovative methodologies in planning, major project coordination, and managerial functions. Work is reviewed through written reports, for the attainment of goals, and objectives, and adherence to established policies and procedures.  Work is performed under the executive direction of the City Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administers the City's Comprehensive Plan; supervises the implementation and enforcement of the City's Land Development Code and environmental issues.

• Participates in the formulation of long and short-term goals, planning, development and annexation for the City.

• As assigned by the City Manager, responsible for major project planning and coordination, or implementation.

• Coordinates staff liaisons to the Planning and Zoning Commission and Historic Preservation Board; coordinates and oversees the Development Review Committee.

• Reviews and evaluates operations in terms of needs and effectiveness; recommends changes where appropriate; assists with coordination between City departments.

• Prepares agenda items and makes presentations to the City Council and various boards.

• Prepares revisions and/or additions to the City Code of Ordinances, including the Comprehensive Plan and development regulations as appropriate.

• Represents agency at local, state, and national levels on policy matters as assigned by the City Manager.

• Supervises planning studies and field surveys; provides guidance with respect to planning program implementation procedures and continuing planning program.

• Interacts and communicates with the City Manager, City Council members, Advisory Board Members, committee members, departmental supervisors and employees, co-workers, other government agencies and external organizations, County personnel, elected officials, news media, Chamber of Commerce, and the general public.

• Represents the City and/or the department by preparing and presenting information to City boards, clubs, civic groups, and other forums. Provides technical and policy information and assistance to staff members, other agencies, City boards/committees, and citizens.

• Supervises subordinate personnel through the chain of command.  Supervisory duties include instructing; assigning, reviewing and planning work of others; maintaining standards; coordinating activities; selecting  new employees; acting on employee  problems; allocating personnel; providing for employee training and career development; recommending and approving employee transfers, promotions, discipline and discharge as appropriate; reviews and evaluates the work of subordinates; offers advice and assistance as needed.

• Prepares and monitors the department operating and capital budgets; monitors and controls revenues and expenditures based on established procedures; procures supplies and equipment within budget allocations.

• Promotes costumer friendly environment within the department.

Marginal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Other duties may be assigned.
• Supervisory Responsibilities:
• Manages subordinate professional and office staff; is responsible for overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of assigned personnel.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the City's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Education and/or Experience:

•      Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in Public Administration, Urban or Regional Planning or a related field; a Master's Degree in Public Administration or related field.

• Five (5) years of professional experience in a supervisory, technical or administrative planning capacity.
• A comparable amount of training, education or experience can be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 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.

•     Knowledge of planning principles and practices; statistical and other research techniques; office management policy and procedures;  problem affecting human and physical resources.

• Knowledge of building, zoning and environmental codes.

• Ability to coordinate the work of others and multiple projects at one time.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively in a wide variety of situations.
• A strong commitment of performance and customer service.
• High level of initiative: self-motivated.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management personnel, co­workers, outside agencies and the general public.
• Ability to access needs and prioritize them.
• Ability to supervise maintenance of complex administrative records and prepare reports.
• Ability to effectively supervise professional and clerical staff, including assignment of work and review of same.