DIR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

City of North Miami Beach; Florida; Sur place; USD 90 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The City of North Miami Beach is seeking a seasoned Director of Community Development to lead planning, zoning and code compliance. This executive role directs the department to promote quality development, neighborhood sustainability and responsible redevelopment in accordance with state and local laws.

The director will shape strategic plans, oversee budget and staff, and work with developers, city staff and outside agencies to advance the City’s goals.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in community development, public administration, city planning or related area; six to nine years progressive experience with increasing responsibility; minimum of 3 years supervisory/management experience.
• AICP Certification preferred.

Responsabilités

• Plans, organizes and implements departmental goals and objectives for Community Development, Planning, Zoning, Code Compliance & Business Tax Receipt.
• Oversees and evaluates division personnel involved in zoning, plan review, neighborhood development, transportation planning, sustainability, housing, and other planning related functions.
• Makes recommendations on establishment, abolition, and consolidation of ordinances, rules and regulations.
• Works cooperatively with City staff involved in CRA, building, economic development, and redevelopment to integrate activities toward City goals.
• Directs activities to develop and execute short-term and long-term strategic goals and objectives of the divisions.
• Estimates the City’s long-range needs for housing, transportation, business, and industrial sites.
• Plans for situations due to changes in population, demographics, and other factors.
• Maintains the comprehensive plan and updates.
• Communicates with developers, petitioners, and the public to represent City policies.
• Oversees development and compliance of grant funding and policies.
• Develops, implements and controls departmental budget with sound fiscal management.
• Attends senior management meetings and City planning efforts.
• Performs related tasks as assigned.

Formation

Master’s degree in community development, public administration, city planning or related area

AICP Certification preferred

Description du poste

Under administrative direction of the City Manager or designee, this position performs highly complex and responsible managerial and administrative work directing the functions of the Community Development Department including planning, zoning and Code Compliance. The incumbent is responsible for planning, leading and facilitating quality development and redevelopment, maintaining neighborhood sustainability and enhancing the human and natural environment of the City. This involves the enforcement of federal, state, and local laws and ordinances related to state comprehensive plan, land development code and municipal code. This position requires extensive knowledge and skills in unified development of coordinated public, private, economic/redevelopment activities and partnerships to accomplish the City’s strategic planning initiatives.

Examples of Duties

Examples of Duties (The duties listed below are the normal duties and responsibilities of this position. The omission of specific statements related to the duties and responsibilities of this position does not exclude them if the work is similar, related or reasonable within the scope of the position).

• Plans, organizes and implements departmental goals and objectives of the City’s Community Development, Planning, Zoning, Code Compliance & Business Tax Receipt;
• Oversees and evaluates division personnel involved in zoning, plan review, neighborhood development, transportation planning, sustainability, housing, and other planning related functions;
• Makes recommendations on the establishment, abolition and consolidation of ordinances, rules and regulations;
• Work cooperatively with City staff involved in CRA, building, economic development, and redevelopment to integrate all activities toward achievement of established City goals and objectives;
• Directs activities to conceptualize, develop and execute short term and long-term strategic goals and objectives of the divisions;
• Estimates the City’s long-range needs for housing, transportation, business, and industrial sites;
• Plans for situations that may result due to changes in population, social, economic and other demographics;
• Maintains the comprehensive plan and any updates required to keep it progressive;
• Confers with developers, petitioners, applicants, and the public regarding inquiries and complaints; communicates regularly with developers, general public and outside agencies to represent City policies;
• Oversees development and compliance of local, state and federal grant funding, recommending major policies and funded projects;
• Develops, implements and controls departmental budget; ensures all functions and programs under charge are performed with established budgetary parameters, to include performing cost control activities, monitoring revenues and expenditures, and ensuring sound fiscal control;
• Attends senior management meetings and retreats as part of management team;
• Attends Commission meetings, workshops, and strategic planning efforts, etc.; and
• Performs related tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a master’s degree in community development, public administration, city planning or related area with six to nine years progressive experience with increasing responsibility in related field; including a minimum of 3 years supervisory/management experience in the related field; or a combination of equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities. AICP Certification preferred

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license with satisfactory driving record held throughout employment.

Supplemental Information

Applicants who demonstrate they meet the minimum requirements may be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to, evaluation of education, training and experience; oral interview(s); background investigation; reference checks; medical evaluation; controlled substance screening. Preference will be given to certain veterans, spouses of veterans, or unmarried widows/widowers of veteran. Proof of veterans’ eligibility must be provided at time of application EOE M/F/D/V. Applicants with disabilities who desire special accommodation MUST notify the Human Resources Department at the time of application.