Community Development Director

Walla Walla County; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 102,559 - 152,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

County pays $1,550 per month towards medical, dental, vision, life insurance

Retirement benefits with Washington State

Wellness program

Twelve paid holidays annually

Vacation accrual based on seniority

Sick leave benefits

Job summary

A local government agency is seeking a Community Development Director to lead operations of the Community Development Department. The role includes oversight of planning and administrative functions, providing policy guidance, and managing staff. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and have at least 5 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a local planning organization, preferably within Washington State.
• 4 years of management level experience in a planning and building department.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and directs the operation of the Community Development Department.
• Oversight of current planning, long range planning, special projects.
• Provides policy guidance to the Planning Commission and Board of County Commissioners.

Skills

Planning and policy guidance

Supervision and management

Public administration

Urban planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration or Urban Planning

Master’s Degree preferred

Job description

Position: Community Development Director

Salary Range: $102,559.72 to $152,700.02 per year DOE, DOQ

Location: Community Development Department

Employment Type: Full-Time; FLSA Exempt; Employment Agreement

Open Until Filled

Full Time Benefits Include: • County pays $1,550 per month towards medical, dental, vision, life insurance and employee assistance program for employee and eligible family members • Retirement: Walla Walla County full time employees are eligible for Washington State Department of Retirement Services (DRS) • HRA Veba account: Employer contribution may apply • Wellness program • Access to MetLife Pet Insurance • Deferred compensation plans offered • Twelve paid holidays annually • Vacation accrual based on seniority (see Union Contract) • Benefited employees shall accrue sick leave benefits at the percentage rate of hours worked per week, to a maximum of eight (8) hours earned per month based on a forty (40) hour workweek but not less than one (1) hour per every forty (40) hours worked per County Policy 30.05.0

Visit Walla Walla County Website for detailed benefits information.

Brief Duties and Responsibilities: Plans, organizes, and directs the operation of the Community Development Department (CDD) including oversight of current planning, long range planning, special projects, building and code enforcement, burn control, and administrative support. The Director also serves as the SEPA Responsible Official. This is an administrative and professional planning position, providing policy guidance and recommendations to the Walla Walla County Planning Commission, the Hearing Examiner, and the Board of County Commissioners in the development, modification, and implementation of comprehensive plans, building and development codes, and environmental regulations. See the job description for the complete list of essential duties and example of duties.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Has supervisory role and responsibilities for employees in planning, building, and code compliance, burn control, and administrative support.

Working Conditions: Work is administrative in nature and typically performed indoors with prolonged sitting and dexterity skills for computer use. Field work requires combinations of standing and walking, outdoors in various weather conditions, with occasional liftin of up to 30 pounds. Substantial attendance at meetings outside of normal operating hours is required.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree preferred, in public administration, urban planning, or related field is required; and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a local planning organization, preferably within Washington State, utilizing land use controls and comprehensive plans and 4 years of management level experience in a planning and building department, preferably in a government setting. See the job description for the complete list of qualifications, knowledge, and abilities.

Application: RESUME AND LETTER OF INTEREST REQUIRED. Turn in the completed employment package to the Human Resources Office at the County Legislative Building, 314 W. Main Street, Room 216, Walla Walla, WA, or fax to 509-524-2603 or email [e-mail]

SELECTION IS BASED ON QUALIFICATIONS, BACKGROUND CHECK, DRIVING RECORD CHECK AND ORAL INTERVIEW.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER / ADA COMPLIANT