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Director Of Community Development

Company

City of Downey, CA
Address , Downey, Ca
Employment type FULL_TIME
Salary $183,409 - $223,760 a year
Expires 2023-06-09
Posted at 1 year ago
Job Description
ABOUT THE POSITION


Note: This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and may close without prior notice. The first review date of submitted applications will be Friday, March 31, 2023. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment.
Come take a look at Downey! Our town is brimming with new retail, office and residential development. The Director of Community Development position is an integral component to the City's development. The Director of Community Development is an essential element of the City's executive management team. This position will work closely with the City Manager and to establish and achieve the goals of the community through a collaborative effort. The position requires a business friendly approach, creative problem solving mind-set, ability to work in a fast paced environment, and a focus on quality customer service.
The City
The City of Downey, incorporated in 1956, is a Charter City and operates under a Council/Manager form of government and a 5-member City Council. The City prides itself on being a full-service municipal organization with over 700 employees, including 430 full-time, providing an array of services including police, fire, water distribution, library services, and parks and recreational facilities.
The Position
Under the direction of the City Manager, the Community Development Director is responsible for the development and administration of programs designed to address community development and Community Development Commission programs and services. The Director oversees the following divisions: Building and Safety, Planning, Economic Development and Housing and coordinates the development review process and serves as a key member of the City's management team. The Director will recruit and assist businesses with relocation and those who wish to develop in the City. The position will also oversee the Planning Commission and function as the liaison with the City Manager's office concerning development issues. The Director plans, directs and coordinates the activities of the Department; coordinates with other City departments, has significant contact with developers and will assure that development projects benefit the City. The Director administers a $9.1 million budget.
NOTE: This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and may close without prior notice. Testing will be conducted based on a reasonable pool of qualified applicants.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following examples are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by persons assigned to this classification. Depending on assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Plans, organizes directs and manages all activities of the Community Development Department including development/ environmental review, planning, building and safety, zoning, code enforcement, historical preservation and housing/ community development.
  • Makes Community Development Department budget recommendations and administers the expenditure of funds.
  • Prepares, coordinates, and administers the City's General Plan.
  • Operates a personal computer and uses applicable software.
  • Advises the City Manager, City Council, the Planning Commission and other City departments/ divisions on issues pertaining to applicable Community Development issues.
  • Attends a variety of City Council, Commission, other City community meetings.
  • Directs and participates in the preparation of a wide variety of surveys, plans, specifications, request for proposals, studies, reports, contracts, agreements, agenda letters, correspondence, resolutions and ordinances in accordance with applicable state and federal laws and local codes and standards.
  • Makes oral and written presentations.
  • Formulates, recommends and implements department goals and develops workload indicators to measure progress towards goal achievement.
  • Develops, recommends, administers, interprets and enforces departmental policies and procedures and assists in the development and administration of the City's community development related policies and regulations.
  • Represents the City at public meetings, conferences, and events, and works with governmental agencies and regional groups regarding various economic development topics and issues.
  • Coordinates Community Development Department activities with those of other departments as needed.
  • Serves as the City's representative in development and land use matters.
  • Serves as staff representative to the Planning Commission and as a technical advisor to the Redevelopment Agency.
  • Seeks, develops and makes recommendations on alternative sources of funding as appropriate.
  • Selects and is responsible for the training, supervision, and evaluation of all departmental staff.
  • Represents the City in related issues before a variety of groups, the public and other agencies.
  • Reviews and analyzes a variety of materials, records, contracts, reports and other data and makes recommendation for change as needed.
  • Develops and evaluates special programs.
  • Inspects construction sites and other projects as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education, training, and work experience to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical combination is as follows:
Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Planning or related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
Experience: At least eight years of experience in community development comprising of three years in a comparable position or other managerial capacity that includes redevelopment; supervision over building and safety and city planning; and five years of progressively responsible experience in the implementation and development of major commercial and housing developments. Experience in a California municipal or county setting is desired.
Ability To: Candidates should have the ability to communicate effectively and to work with fellow employees in a cooperative manner; work with members of the public, elected and appointed officials, and business persons; deal with stressful situations and solve complex problems. Candidates need the ability to negotiate contracts and agreements with development businesses; supervise and coordinate the technical research required in the economic review process; present the technical information clearly and concisely to lay groups and the general public, orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by the work; identify, coordinate and resolve a wide variety of interests in the development process.
Knowledge of: Candidates should have knowledge of principles, methods and practices of city economic development and redevelopment; familiarity with the fundamentals of real-estate analysis including financial and economic review processes; knowledge of laws and practices affecting City Planning and Building and Safety; and knowledge of the principles of organization, administration, budget and personnel management.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

License: Due to the performance of field duties which may require operation of a City vehicle, a valid California Class C Driver's License and an acceptable driving record or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions may be required.


Physical Tasks and Environmental Conditions: Work is performed in an office environment with moderate noise levels; duties require the ability to speak, hear, touch and see. In addition, may be required to travel on business related trips via auto, train or airplane and walk thru construction projects, vacant property, and large buildings. Also required is the ability to exert a small amount of physical effort in sedentary to light work involving moving from one area to another; occasionally bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing and pulling (drawers opened and closed to retrieve and file information); occasionally lifting and carrying materials that weigh less than 20 pounds.
Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, typewriter, or calculator; requires sufficient hand/eye coordination to perform semi-skilled repetitive movements, such as typing on a keyboard, filing, data entry and/or use of a personal computer or other office equipment and supplies; may involve sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time.

Selection Process: Selection/Testing Process:

All applications and supplemental information will be reviewed and evaluated on the basis of information submitted at the time of filing to determine the level and scope of the applicant's qualifications for the position. All information submitted is subject to verification.
For consideration, an on-line employment application, resume, and supplemental questionnaire is required to be completed and submitted by the application deadline. An attached resume will not be accepted in lieu of the completed application. Failure to complete all the information requested may result an application being removed from consideration.
Applicants who most closely meet the desired qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process, which will consist of an appraisal examination (weighted 100%).
The appraisal examination may consist of performance testing and/or an oral interview to assess the applicant's knowledge, education, experience, computer skills, and general ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
Candidate(s) who complete testing with acceptable results will be considered by the Department hiring authority. Prior to an employment offer, a comprehensive background investigation is conducted, including fingerprinting. A pre-placement medical exam, including a drug screen will be conducted upon issuance of a conditional offer of employment.
Any applicant requiring reasonable accommodation during the selection process due to a qualified disability must inform the Human Resources Office at (562) 904-7292 at least 72 hours in advance.