Director of Sustainable Development & Community Growth

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

Job summary

The City of Gainesville is seeking a seasoned Planning and Development Services Director to lead the Department of Sustainable Development. This executive role directs planning, code enforcement, and permitting, guiding the city’s business start-up and growth initiatives.

As a strategic partner to the City Manager, Charter Officers, and the City Commission, you will shape policy and drive initiatives that enhance the Gainesville way of life through thoughtful development and community-focused

Qualifications

• This is managerial and administrative work directing the City's Department of Sustainable Development.
• This role oversees planning, code enforcement, building permitting, real property and special projects.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic partner with Charter Officers, department directors, and the City Commission.
• Provide leadership for business start-up and growth within the City.

Job description

The City of Gainesville is seeking a seasoned Planning and Development Services Director to lead the Department of Sustainable Development. This executive role directs planning, code enforcement, and permitting, guiding the city’s business start-up and growth initiatives.

As a strategic partner to the City Manager, Charter Officers, and the City Commission, you will shape policy and drive initiatives that enhance the Gainesville way of life through thoughtful development and community-focused