Planning & Development Director

Mainstreet Daily News; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 131,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Gainesville is seeking a managerial and administrative leader to oversee the Sustainable Development: Planning and Development Administration. This role directs city planning initiatives and coordinates with departments to advance community projects and regulatory compliance.

The position falls within local government, offering an opportunity to impact the Gainesville community through strategic planning and public service.

Qualifications

• This is managerial and administrative work directing the City’s

Job description

If you are an Internal City Employee, Retiree or Dependent/Survivor of a City Employee please apply internally via Career Icon in your Workday account.

Make a difference in the community you live in! As a Community Builder—an employee with the City of Gainesville— you will have a direct hand in building and improving your community and making a visible impact on the lives of your neighbors. Working for local government is more than a job, it’s a chance to contribute to community success and to help enhance the Gainesville way of life.

Department:GG_Sustainable Development: Planning and Development Administration

Salary Range Minimum:$130,977.60

Salary Range Maximum:$220,777.53

Closing Date:10/12/2026

Job Details:This is managerial and administrative work directing the City’s