Strategic Director of Community Growth & Development

City of Spearfish; Spearfish (SD); On-site; USD 130,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Spearfish is seeking a Director for the Community Development Department to provide leadership and strategic direction across planning, zoning, and economic development. The role oversees project financing, land development, and disposition of properties for development.

It represents the City with councils, boards, agencies, and community groups. Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Urban Studies, Planning, Public Administration, or related field; a master’s degree is

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Studies, Planning, Public Administration, or related field.
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• Five or more years in public-sector community development including real estate and construction.
• Three or more years of supervisory leadership experience.
• Valid driver license for South Dakota.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for planning, zoning, and economic development.
• Coordinate project financing, land development, and land acquisition.
• Administer tax increment financing projects and disposition of properties for development.
• Represent the department to City Council, boards, and community groups.

Skills

Leadership

Public sector experience

Project coordination

Grant/loan administration

Education

Urban Studies

Planning

Public Administration

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

The City of Spearfish is seeking a Director for the Community Development Department to provide leadership and strategic direction across planning, zoning, and economic development. The role oversees project financing, land development, and disposition of properties for development.

It represents the City with councils, boards, agencies, and community groups. Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Urban Studies, Planning, Public Administration, or related field; a master’s degree is