Director of Planning & Development

Brentwood; Brentwood (MO); Presencial; USD 100.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The City of Brentwood is seeking an experienced Director of Planning and Development to lead the Planning and Development Department, guide urban land use planning, and drive economic development initiatives. The role requires strong policy expertise, coordination with multiple city and county entities, and the ability to manage major redevelopment projects.

You will supervise staff, oversee capital planning partnerships, and provide strategic input to the City Administrator on program planning,

Formación

• AICP certification is required.
• Master’s degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Public Policy or a related field is required.
• Eight or more years of progressive, responsible experience in municipal planning.
• Minimum of three years of supervisory experience as a Director or Assistant Director of a municipal Planning Department or related field.

Responsabilidades

• Plan, organize, direct and manage the Planning and Development Department, including staff supervision and evaluation.
• Provide technical support in development and economic programs and projects.
• Manage development review and approval processes to align with the city’s comprehensive plan.
• Develop strategies to attract and retain businesses and promote economic growth.
• Serve as staff to the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Board of Adjustment, and oversee redevelopment efforts.

Educación

AICP certification

Master’s degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Public Policy or related field

Descripción del empleo

Employment Opportunities

The City of Brentwood accepts employment applications year round. All applications must be accompanied by an Applicant Release (found under the Employment tab to the left).

An incumbent in this class is a department head with responsibility for professional level work in urban planning and coordination of economic development projects. Directs, plans, controls and administers economic and urban development programs for the City, including, current and long range urban land use planning, housing, code enforcement, and building inspection services, redevelopment including the use of Federal funds, and economic development. Provides both technical and policy support in all land use and development matters, develops cooperative relationships with business, industry and industrial and professional associations, financial institutions, foundations, and not-for-profits to stimulate interest and active participation in sponsoring and developing opportunities in economic development activities within the city of Brentwood, coordinates negotiation and preparation of all (re)development documents/agreements, and performs other generalist duties as assigned. Additional duties include policy development, program planning, budget management, administration, and operational direction of the Planning and Development Department functions. The incumbent is responsible for accomplishing department objectives and goals within guidelines established by the City Administrator.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, directs and manages the work of the Planning and Development Department, including employment decisions, supervision and evaluation of staff.
• Provides technical support and assistance in the development and implementation of planning and economic development programs and projects.
• Manage the review and approval process for development applications, ensuring alignment with the City’s comprehensive plan.
• Develop and implement strategies to attract and retain businesses to foster economic growth.
• Responds to citizen and business inquiries and provides technical assistance as required.
• Provides the primary staff support for the City’s Planning and Zoning Commission and the Board of Adjustment and serves as the Executive Director of the Redevelopment Corporation.
• Supports various Committees and Board of Aldermen by preparing agenda items and attending committee and board meetings.
• Provides technical review and recommendations to various City Boards and Commissions on the appropriateness of proposals.
• Coordinates planning efforts with all City departments, along with other planning entities within the city and county.
• Serve as project manager for major activities and specific projects related to the City including federal aid (i.e. Surface Transportation Program) projects, economic development programs (e.g. TIF, TDD, 353), Comprehensive Planning and sub-area studies, and other initiatives on behalf of the City.
• Maintains regular contact with consulting engineers, local, county, state and federal agencies, professional and technical groups and the general public regarding community and economic development.
• Manages and oversees consultant work commissioned by the City.
• Assists the City Administrator with the development of programming for the City’s Capital Improvement Plan.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements – Education, Certification, and Experience

• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification
• Master’s degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Public Policy or a related field
• Eight (8) years’ progressive, responsible experience in municipal planning
• Minimum of Three (3) years of supervisory experience as a Director or Assistant Director of a municipal Planning Department or related field

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an all-inclusive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for the position.

The City of Brentwood is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The City of Brentwood is a drug and alcohol free work place. A pre-employment drug screen and background check is required for all positions. Additional pre-employment testing may be required for certain positions.

It is the policy of the City of Brentwood not to discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, religion, sex or disability except where specific requirements constitute a bona fide occupational qualification.