Assistant Director – Community Planning & Permitting

County of Sonoma (CA); Santa Rosa (CA); Presencial; USD 130.000 - 190.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

County of Sonoma (CA) seeks an Assistant Director of Permit Sonoma to assist the Director in planning, organizing, and coordinating department operations across building, engineering, planning, permitting, and more. The role oversees staff, guides policy, and represents the department during absences or as assigned.

The ideal candidate has strong experience with governance, budgeting, and HR processes, plus skills in leadership, policy development, and public communication.

Formación

• Normally, graduation from an accredited college or university with coursework in city/urban/land use planning, public administration, architecture, engineering, environmental studies, or related field.
• Four years of progressively responsible professional-related experience; additional qualifying experience may substitute for college education on a year-for-year basis.

Responsabilidades

• Direct department operations to align with goals and requirements.
• Develop, review, and implement policies, procedures, and improvements.
• Provide oversight of permitting programs and budget planning.
• Represent the department at meetings and public forums as needed.

Conocimientos

Budget planning

Policy development

Public speaking

Analytical skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Technology tools

Educación

Bachelors in city/urban/land use planning or related field

Herramientas

Budget software

MS Excel

CRM systems

Descripción del empleo

County of Sonoma (CA) seeks an Assistant Director of Permit Sonoma to assist the Director in planning, organizing, and coordinating department operations across building, engineering, planning, permitting, and more. The role oversees staff, guides policy, and represents the department during absences or as assigned.

The ideal candidate has strong experience with governance, budgeting, and HR processes, plus skills in leadership, policy development, and public communication.