Director of Sustainable Development & City Growth

cityofgainesville; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 131,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Gainesville seeks a Director of Sustainable Development (Planning and Development Services) to lead the department, oversee code enforcement, building permitting, and real property programs, and guide business start-up processes in Gainesville.

The role reports to the City Manager, directing staff and multi-departmental reviews while partnering with the City Commission and stakeholders to advance development in the city’s urbanized area.

Responsibilities

• Serves as managerial and administrative lead for the City's Planning and Development Services Department.
• Directs long- and short-range strategies for planning, zoning, and growth management.
• Oversees budget planning for Planning and Development Services and manages staff performance.
• Coordinates with City Commission, other departments, and external agencies.

Job description

City of Gainesville seeks a Director of Sustainable Development (Planning and Development Services) to lead the department, oversee code enforcement, building permitting, and real property programs, and guide business start-up processes in Gainesville.

The role reports to the City Manager, directing staff and multi-departmental reviews while partnering with the City Commission and stakeholders to advance development in the city’s urbanized area.