Strategic Planning Director: Community Growth & Policy

Calaveras, County of (CA); San Andreas (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Calaveras County seeks a Director of Planning to lead the Planning Department, administer the general plan and zoning ordinance, and coordinate land-use policy with the Board of Supervisors and community groups. The ideal candidate will bring CEQA expertise, strong public speaking and diplomacy, and at least five years of professional planning experience, including three in supervision.

A Bachelor's degree in land use planning or a related field is required; AICP is preferred.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in land use planning or a related field and five years of professional planning experience in a public agency.
• At least three years in a supervisory capacity; experience with CEQA, zoning and general plan laws is required.
• Possession of a California driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Plans, supervises and coordinates the activities of the County Planning Department; develops policies and represents the Department in meetings with the Board of Supervisors, commissions, and community groups.
• Attends Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors meetings and speaks at public gatherings; develops long-range studies and amendments to the General Plan.
• Reviews and interprets State and Federal requirements pertaining to planning; develops and administers budgets and departmental goals; provides guidance on planning projects and staff development.

Skills

Public administration

Strategic planning

Leadership

Budget management

Staff supervision

Policy development

Public speaking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in land use planning or related field

AICP certification preferred

Job description

Calaveras County seeks a Director of Planning to lead the Planning Department, administer the general plan and zoning ordinance, and coordinate land-use policy with the Board of Supervisors and community groups. The ideal candidate will bring CEQA expertise, strong public speaking and diplomacy, and at least five years of professional planning experience, including three in supervision.

A Bachelor's degree in land use planning or a related field is required; AICP is preferred.