Strategic Planning & Community Development Lead

Richland County; United States; On-site; USD 71,801 - 87,757; Full time

Job summary

Richland County, South Carolina invites applications for the Planning Services Manager in the Community Planning and Development Department. The role directs, promotes and supervises the County’s comprehensive land use and neighborhood planning process, guiding development through master plans, corridor studies, and zoning amendments.

The ideal candidate will have nine years of progressively responsible planning experience, with at least two in a supervisory capacity, a related degree, and a

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
• Membership in the American Institute of Certified Planners is preferred.
• Requires nine years of progressively responsible experience, with at least two years in a supervisory capacity.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and directs all programs and activities of the Planning Services Division of the Community Planning and Development Department.
• Develops goals/objectives for projects, along with implementation strategies.
• Ensures division compliance with applicable laws, policies and procedures, and standards of quality and safety.
• Supervises subordinate staff and coordinates activities, including hiring and disciplinary actions as appropriate.
• Represents the department in meetings and reports, and supports the Planning Commission.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in land use planning, urban planning, landscape architecture, engineering or a closely related field

Job description

Richland County, South Carolina invites applications for the Planning Services Manager in the Community Planning and Development Department. The role directs, promotes and supervises the County’s comprehensive land use and neighborhood planning process, guiding development through master plans, corridor studies, and zoning amendments.

The ideal candidate will have nine years of progressively responsible planning experience, with at least two in a supervisory capacity, a related degree, and a