Strategic Community Development & Planning Director

City of Norcross, GA; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Norcross, GA is seeking a seasoned planning professional to manage its Community Development planning activities, guiding short-range and long-range land use plans, reviewing zoning requests, site plans, and architectural reviews.

You will lead a comprehensive city planning process, administer zoning ordinances, coordinate with Economic Development, Code Enforcement, and City Engineer, and serve as secretary to multiple boards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning or related field.
• Master’s degree in Urban Planning or Public Administration preferred.
• AICP credentials or track candidates preferred.
• 5–10 years of planning, zoning, and development review experience with supervisory duties.

Responsibilities

• Manage operations of Community Development planning activities for short- and long-range plans.
• Review zoning requests, site plans, and architectural review; prepare conclusions and recommendations.
• Administer the city zoning ordinance; draft ordinances and oversee enforcement and rezonings.
• Coordinate with Economic Development, Code Enforcement, and City Engineer on projects.
• Serve as secretary and staff to multiple boards; prepare agendas and present to boards.
• Plan and conduct public meetings/hearings; issue notices and coordinate logistics as required.
• Provide technical reports and presentations to City Council, boards, and public.
• Maintain city land use maps and assist with development permit processes.

Skills

urban planning

zoning administration

public involvement

data analysis

communication

budgeting

staff supervision

presentation skills

team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in urban planning

Master's degree preferred

AICP credentials or track candidates

Job description

The City of Norcross, GA is seeking a seasoned planning professional to manage its Community Development planning activities, guiding short-range and long-range land use plans, reviewing zoning requests, site plans, and architectural reviews.

You will lead a comprehensive city planning process, administer zoning ordinances, coordinate with Economic Development, Code Enforcement, and City Engineer, and serve as secretary to multiple boards.