Director of Community Development & Planning

Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce; Macomb, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation leave

Personal leave

Sick leave

Paid holidays

IMRF participation

Health insurance (single)

Dental/vision (optional)

Life insurance

457(b) with 1% City match

Flexible spending options

Job summary

City of Macomb is seeking a Full-Time Community Development Director for the Community Development department. You will administer codes, review development plans, and act as staff liaison to multiple commissions to guide growth.

The role requires extensive knowledge of zoning and housing codes, plus several years in community planning. Strong communication with staff, developers, and the public is essential, and residency in McDonough County is expected.

Qualifications

• Education, training, and/or experience in urban planning, geography, public administration, or a related field.
• AICP or PCED certification preferred
• At least five years of experience in community development, planning, or a related municipal role (seven preferred).
• Strong knowledge of zoning, subdivision, building, housing, and property maintenance codes.
• Effective communicator able to work well with city staff, developers, business owners, and the public.
• Must live within the McDonough County.

Responsibilities

• Administer and enforce zoning, building, housing, and property maintenance codes.
• Review development plans, zoning requests, subdivisions, and permits.
• Serve as staff liaison to Planning Commission, ZBA, and Historic Preservation Commission.
• Oversee rental inspections, neighborhood preservation, and code enforcement.
• Manage TIF Districts, Business Development District, Enterprise Zone, revolving loan program, and housing grants.
• Prepare community development and housing grant applications.
• Serve as City Plat Officer and respond to zoning/development inquiries.
• Collaborate with MAEDCO, WIU, and regional partners; prepare reports and policy recommendations.

Skills

Effective communicator

Urban planning knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in urban planning, public administration, or related field

AICP or PCED certification preferred

Job description

City of Macomb is seeking a Full-Time Community Development Director for the Community Development department. You will administer codes, review development plans, and act as staff liaison to multiple commissions to guide growth.

The role requires extensive knowledge of zoning and housing codes, plus several years in community planning. Strong communication with staff, developers, and the public is essential, and residency in McDonough County is expected.