Assistant Director, Community Development

City of Maypearl; Allen, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Allen is seeking a Community Development Department leader to oversee daily operations, budgets, and project management. You will supervise staff, coordinate development efforts, and liaise with City Council and external agencies to advance city planning objectives.

The role requires a Master’s degree in urban planning and at least five years of relevant leadership experience, plus a Texas driver’s license. Office-based position with some external engagement and presentations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and five years of professional planning and community development experience.
• Experience in supervisory and leadership roles.
• Valid Texas Class C Driver's License is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees department activities and manages staff and budget.
• Coordinate development projects by reviewing zoning and capital projects.
• Serve as liaison to City Council and outside organizations to develop consensus.
• Develop goals and supervise personnel; prepare reports and presentations.

Skills

Urban planning

Project management

Public liaison

Budget administration

Education

Master's degree in urban planning

Five years planning & development experience

Tools

GIS

CAD

Job description

This posting may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Join the City of Allen—a vibrant community of over 100,000 residents where strong economic growth, excellent schools, and an exceptional quality of life make it a great place to live, work, and play.

Our mission is simple: “To achieve excellence in managing community development and city services, continually enhancing the quality of life and public confidence.”

At the City of Allen, our employees bring the PRIDE values to life:

• People First – Prioritizing others
• Respect – Treating everyone with courtesy and dignity
• Integrity – Serving with honesty and trust
• Deliver – Following through and exceeding expectations
• Excel – Driving innovation and continuous improvement

We do Work that MATTERS! Join a team that serves our community and makes a real impact every day. Learn more about the City of Allen at allentx.gov

The purpose of this position is to oversee daily operations and projects of the Community Development Department. This is accomplished by managing daily operations, developing and administering budgets, managing projects and supervising personnel. Other duties may include managing long-range studies, serving as the department liaison, assisting with special projects and interfacing with other City employees and citizens.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Oversees department activities by providing leadership to managers, supervising, hiring, training, and evaluating the performance of professional and supervisory assigned staff within the division, assisting in the preparation and maintenance of the annual department budget, assigning and evaluating special projects, and preparing reports
• Assists or leads the coordination of development projects by chairing technical review committees, reviewing zoning cases and capital improvement projects, making comments and recommendations on projects, communicating with City
• Council and outside organizations on project progress and meeting and coordinating with other departments, developers and outside agencies to develop consensus and facilitate the process
• Serves as board liaison to city boards or commissions, including making recommendations and developing training
• Manages special projects and functions by conducting long-range studies, administering community development activities, developing and overseeing community outreach, developing goals, objectives and recommendations, supervising personnel and preparing and conducting presentations
• Assists in the direction of and enforces compliance with City, State, and Federal laws, codes and regulations related to zoning, planning, development, and records retention
• Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of methods and procedures, reallocating resources as needed and develops and monitors departmental goals and objectives
• Analyzes and plans for the future needs of the division, including citywide planning challenges and future administrative needs of the division
• Participates in City Council and other meetings in the director’s absence by representing the department in official and unofficial capacities, recommending and preparing agenda items and providing documentation on issues related to department activities
• Responds to professional and citizen inquiries regarding department projects and programs
• Operates under the City of Allen’s core values of People First, Respect, Integrity, Deliver and Excel

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Education and experience that provide the necessary knowledge and skills may also be considered, but a typical way to qualify is by obtaining:

• a Master's degree and five (5) years of professional planning and community development experience including progressively responsible management and administration experience in a supervisory and leadership role

Certifications and Other Requirements

• Valid Texas Class C Driver's License.
• Preference for American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification.

Conditions of Employment

• Clear criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen

This position is classified as sedentary and requires the physical ability to perform the role's essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform these functions. Typical physical demands include:
Primary sitting, with occasional walking or standing to access files or office areas
Occasional bending, reaching, or stretching to retrieve materials or supplies
Lifting or carrying items weighing up to 10–15 pounds, such as files or office supplies
Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, filing, copying, and operating office equipment
Adequate vision and hearing to review documents and effectively communicate with staff and the public
Work is primarily performed in an office setting, with occasional work outside the office during programs, meetings, or special events. The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

City rules, regulations, policies, and procedures with particular attention to codes and ordinances.
Budget development, forecasting, administration, and financial controls.
Personnel supervision, performance evaluation, training, and disciplinary practices.
Principles and practices of project management.
Urban planning and development and local government policies and procedures.
Housing, zoning, and economic development.
Research methods and statistical principles related to urban growth and development.

Skill in:

Establishing and maintaining working relationships with professional and support staff, vendors, the public, and City employees.
Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
Providing outstanding customer service and conflict resolution.
Identifying opportunities to improve customer service and satisfaction.
Operating highly technical computer applications, such as GIS or CAD.
Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting the consequences of proposed actions, and implementing recommendations to support goals.
Reading and understanding City, State and Federal rules and regulations.
Creating, preparing, writing, and proofing reports, documents, and correspondence.
Working effectively in a high-pressure environment with changing priorities.
Effectively communicating in both oral and written formats.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the City of Allen and the employee and may be revised by the employer as needed.

The City of Allen is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, or military status in employment or in the provision of services.

The City of Allen participates in the federal e-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Education and experience that provide the necessary knowledge and skills may also be considered, but a typical way to qualify is by obtaining:

• a Master's degree and five (5) years of professional planning and community development experience including progressively responsible management and administration experience in a supervisory and leadership role

Certifications and Other Requirements

• Valid Texas Class C Driver's License.
• Preference for American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification.

Conditions of Employment

• Clear criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen