Strategic Planning & Development Director

High Point, NC; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 107,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

401K and 457B retirement plans

PTO in first year

13 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Health/dental/vision plans

Job summary

City of High Point, North Carolina, seeks a Planning & Development Director to lead the Planning and Development Department. You will oversee planning, development review, and growth management, develop the department budget, set goals, and coordinate with City Council and boards.

The role requires a master’s degree in planning, at least 10 years of professional planning experience with management, and a valid NC driver’s license; AICP certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with major in planning or related field; master’s degree in planning preferred.
• At least 10 years of professional planning experience, including management/supervisory roles.
• Valid Driver's License in North Carolina or another state.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, supervises and evaluates the work of division heads and staff.
• Develops departmental budget and manages expenditures.
• Oversees plan review and growth management processes.
• Represents the City in regional planning efforts and coordinates with staff, boards and the public.
• Advises City Manager and officials on planning and development matters.

Skills

Urban planning

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in planning

Master's in planning

Job description

City of High Point, North Carolina, seeks a Planning & Development Director to lead the Planning and Development Department. You will oversee planning, development review, and growth management, develop the department budget, set goals, and coordinate with City Council and boards.

The role requires a master’s degree in planning, at least 10 years of professional planning experience with management, and a valid NC driver’s license; AICP certification preferred.