Community Development & Planning Director

sumterlocalgovconsulting; Senoia (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Senoia seeks a Community Development and Planning Director to guide planning, zoning, land development, and economic initiatives with a focus on thoughtful growth.

The role emphasizes long-range planning, development review, and collaborative leadership with elected officials and boards to execute the city’s strategic vision while preserving historic character.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in planning, engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum five (5) years of municipal government experience with leadership or senior-management responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of zoning, land use, development regulations, and capital project management.
• Experience working with elected officials, boards, and commissions.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Commitment to ethical, transparent public service and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead long-range planning, community engagement, and development review processes.
• Oversee zoning administration, land use policies, and capital project management.
• Collaborate with the City Manager, Mayor, Council, and advisory boards to align development initiatives with the city’s strategic vision.
• Serve as a liaison to the Downtown Development Authority, Historic Preservation Committee, and other governing bodies.
• Balance economic growth with preservation of historic character and community identity.
• Maintain high standards of customer service for residents, developers, and businesses.

Skills

Leadership

Zoning & land use

Communication

Project management

Public service ethics

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in planning or related field

Job description

The City of Senoia is seeking a Community Development and Planning Director to lead its planning, zoning, land development, and economic development efforts.

Responsibilities

• Lead long‑range planning, community engagement, and development review processes.
• Oversee zoning administration, land use policies, and capital project management.
• Collaborate with the City Manager, Mayor, Council, and advisory boards to align development initiatives with the city’s strategic vision.
• Serve as a liaison to the Downtown Development Authority, Historic Preservation Committee, and other governing bodies.
• Balance economic growth with preservation of historic character and community identity.
• Maintain high standards of customer service for residents, developers, and businesses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in planning, engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum five (5) years of municipal government experience with leadership or senior‑management responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of zoning, land use, development regulations, and capital project management.
• Experience working with elected officials, boards, and commissions.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Commitment to ethical, transparent public service and continuous improvement.

Salary

$100,000–$110,000 annually (DOE).