Community Development Director: Planning & Grants Lead

Pend Oreille; Newport Township (OH); On-site; USD 101,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized medical insurance for the e

PSLF-eligible program

Company-paid holidays (12)

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement pension options

Job summary

Pend Oreille County is seeking a Community Development Director to guide planning, permitting, and code enforcement in alignment with the Comprehensive Plan. The role oversees department work plans, advises the Board on emergent planning issues, and participates in regional planning forums.

Strong leadership and knowledge of state planning laws are essential. The candidate will supervise staff, manage consultants, and coordinate grant programs, with an emphasis on intergovernmental collaboration

Qualifications

• Expertise in public administration, planning principles, and development regulations.
• Grant writing and GIS mapping experience.
• Knowledge of state planning laws and environmental regulations.
• Proven ability to build relationships with staff, officials, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage department personnel and operations.
• Develop short and long-term program goals and budgets.
• Research, prepare, and submit grant applications; manage grants.”],
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Skills

Public administration

Planning principles

Grant writing

GIS mapping

Economic development

Project management

Growth Management Act knowledge

Education

Four-year degree in urban/regional planning or related field

Job description

Pend Oreille County is seeking a Community Development Director to guide planning, permitting, and code enforcement in alignment with the Comprehensive Plan. The role oversees department work plans, advises the Board on emergent planning issues, and participates in regional planning forums.

Strong leadership and knowledge of state planning laws are essential. The candidate will supervise staff, manage consultants, and coordinate grant programs, with an emphasis on intergovernmental collaboration