HomeMy WebLinkAbout[06b] EDA Staffing Community Development Director
FLSA Status: Exempt
General Definition of Work
This individual is responsible for management, direction and accountability of planning and development
functions, and economic and housing development activities, including, but not limited to: establishing
and administering an economic growth plan for the city; development and administration of city planning
policies and procedures; administration of planning projects; coordination of Planning Commission
activities; verbal and written presentations and communications to Planning Commission and City
Council and management and preparation of departmental budget.
Essential Functions
The following functions are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The
omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a
logical assignment to the position. �
• Plan, organize and direct the activities of planning and development including development of
departmental goals and objectives.
• Direct and administers development of long-range plans, work programs and marketing strategies
for economic development activities and growth for the city. Directs promotion of city to
business and industry. Contacts prospective business and industry. Contacts prospective
businesses to encourage expansion and/or relocation to the city.
• Directs facilitation of businesses in relocation or expansion within the city by providing necessary
assistance including compiling of financial packages and providing research and technical
information.
• Participates, as necessary, in community-related activities and organizations to promote the city
and serves as representative in economic and housing development efforts. Represents
department with other city officials, governmental agencies, developers and general public in a
manner that will ensure the best interests of the city.
• Coordinates and directs activities and meetings for the Planning Commission and serves as staff
liaison between commission and city officials.
• Coordinates activities and meetings for the Joint Planning Board and serves as staffliaison to the
board.
� • Coordinates activities and meetings for the EDA under the direction of the EDA Director.
• Directs the development, revision and administration of the city's comprehensive plan and
recommends modifications to the comprehensive plan.
• Meets with developers, citizens and neighborhood groups,as necessary, to discuss planning
issues in an attempt to inform and/or resolve concerns and complaints. Investigates and responds
to citizen complaints and requests for information.
• Directs redevelopment projects including designing and implementing strategies. Reviews
developer's proposals and negotiates agreements with developers.
• Administers and supervises grants and other special purpose grant applications and programs.
• Monitors progress of all department functions and reviews and evaluates final results for
consistency with city policies, goals, procedures and codes.
• Performs other duties assigned by the City Administrator/HRA Executive Director.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
The Community Development Director should have an education and/or experience in one or more of the
following areas: economics, finance, public relations, marketing, planning, business administration,
public administration, retailing, volunteer or non-profit administration and/or
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree with coursework in finance, accounting,public administration, business, or related
field and extensive experience in government finance, or equivalent of education and experience.
Physical Requirements
This work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data,visual inspectiox�involving small
defects and/or small parts, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and
activities; work is generally in a moderately noisy location(e.g. business office with typewriters and/or
computer printers, light traffic).
Job Classification
Class 10
Salary Range—January 2015
$ 55,620 - $ 75,692
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
Possible Timeline
September 25 — October 16 Accept Applications
October 26 Interview Candidates
November 2— Council Hires Candidate
December 1 — Candidate starts