Deputy Director of Community Development

City of Glendale, CA; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The City of Glendale, CA seeks an executive in the Long Range Planning section of its Community Development Department. This open examination leads to a one-year probationary period for a senior management role overseeing major planning functions and staff.

Candidates bring six years of management-level experience in community development, a relevant degree, and proven supervisory skills over large governmental organizations.

Qualifications

• An equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
• Bachelor's Degree in City or Urban Planning, Architecture, Engineering, Geography, Economics, Public or Business Administration or a related field is required.
• A Master's Degree in a related field is highly desirable.
• Six years of comprehensive management-level experience in the field of community development or related disciplines is required.
• Three years as a division or section head, including supervisory experience over a large, complex governmental organization similar to that of the City of Glendale.

Responsibilities

• Manage one or more functions within the Community Development Department.
• Provide staff support to the City Council, Housing Authority, Commissions, Boards, and Committees as required.
• Demonstrate exceptional customer service and ethical conduct.
• Ensure a safe and productive work environment and meet performance standards.

Skills

Customer Service

Ethics

Performance

Safety

Teamwork

Communications

Equipment

Cyber Security

Education

Bachelor's Degree in City/Urban Planning, Architecture, Engineering, Geography, Economics, Public or Business Administration or a related field

Master's Degree in a related field

Job description

The Position

OPEN EXAMINATION- ONE-YEAR PROBATIONARY PERIOD

This current recruitment is for the Long Range Planning Section of the Community Development Department. The eligible list from this recruitment may be utilized to fill other vacancies within the the Community Development Department.

Job Description

Under general direction, this upper management level position manages one or more of the following functions within the Community Development Department, including but not limited to: Current Planning, Long Range Planning, Neighborhood Services, Licensing, Mobility, Community Outreach, Building & Safety, Plan Review/Engineering, Field Inspections, Permit Services Center, Homeless Services, Housing Assistance, Housing Development and Preservation, Centralized Customer Service, Administration, and Development Concierge. Provides staff support to the City Council, Housing Authority, Commissions, Boards, and Committees as required.

Classification Code

2035

Reporting Relationships

This position reports to the Director of Community Development Department.

Common Responsibilities

In the City of Glendale, all positions are responsible for excellent performance in the following areas:

Skills And Abilities

Customer Service

Provide exceptional customer service to all employees, customers, vendors and other City departments.

Ethics

Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.

Performance

Develop necessary skills from on-the-job training and meet standards of performance for the classification by the end of the probationary period. Work the necessary hours and times, including overtime as authorized for non-management staff, to complete goals, tasks, and objectives.

Safety

Ensure the duties of the position are performed in a safe and efficient manner. Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.

Teamwork

Foster a teamwork environment. Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Communications

Give and receive direction in English. Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

Equipment

Operate or use all position-related software, equipment and tools effectively and safely.

Cyber Security

Actively participate in maintaining a secure computing environment by adhering to and implementing City cybersecurity policies, procedures, and best practices. This includes understanding common cyber threats such as phishing and malware, and promptly reporting suspicious activities.

Minimum Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

An equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in City or Urban Planning, Architecture, Engineering, Geography, Economics, Public or Business Administration or a related field is required.

A Master's Degree in a related field is highly desirable.

Experience

Six years of comprehensive management-level experience in the field of community development or related disciplines is required. This experience must include three years as a division or section head, including supervisory experience over a large, complex governmental organization similar to that of the City of Glendale.

Comprehensive Management experience in Long-Range Planning is highly desirable.

Transportation

A valid California Class C Driver’s License is required.

Exceptional Customer Service Policy

The City of Glendale values quality customer service and takes pride in the exceptional service provided by every employee. As a part of the Glendale team, we are dedicated to delivering courteous, considerate, and personalized attention to our diverse community and to one another.

Selection Process

Submitted Application will be reviewed to ensure applicants meet the minimum requirements. Only the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process.

ORAL INTERVIEW: (Weight: 100%)

To evaluate the applicant's experience, education, and general background for the position.

Candidates must pass the exam with a minimum score of 70.00% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Time and place of the examination will be announced. Evaluations will be based on the candidate's education and experience relevant to the position. Examinations will assess evaluate the candidate's education, experience, knowledge and skills related to the job. The City of Glendale reserves the right to modify the examination components or their weighting. If changes are necessary, candidates will be informed of the specific examination components and their weight before the examination is administered. The selected candidate will undergo a background check, including Livescan fingerprinting. The City of Glendale complies with state and federal obligations to provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with special needs are encouraged to inform the Human Resources Department at least five days before the first examination to ensure reasonable accommodations can be arranged. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract.

The City of Glendale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance. The above listed benefits apply to full-time, salaried positions only.