Essential Job Functions

• Develops organization-wide or department-wide goals, objectives, policies and procedures.
• Prepares division/department/organization operations budget.
• Ensures that the Mayor as well as City Council are kept fully informed on the condition of the agency and about any trends, events, or emerging issues of significance to the agency's success.
• Reports events and activities to senior management and elected and appointed officials.
• Represents the organization on regional/local boards.
• Implements General Plan or other planning projects; Evaluates planning-related legislation and applicability to department projects.
• Reviews all departmental reports and presentations.
• Evaluates proposals to local governments for organization's planning consulting services.
• Conducts Planning Commission and related public meetings and hearings; Attends City Council meetings.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, ordinances and codes pertaining to a wide variety of planning topics.
• Knowledge of real estate terminology, laws, practices, principles, and regulations.

Experience, Training and/or Education

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration or other related field required. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible planning experience.
• Minimum of four years of management experience.
• AICP Certification required or able to obtain within one year of hire.
• Advanced expertise with Microsoft Office, GIS, Adobe products, Lama and Canva.

Interested applicants must submit resume, cover letter, five professional references, and a portfolio.

Application Deadline: Until filled. EOE