Assistant Development Services Director

TOWN OF CHINO VALLEY•Chino Valley, AZ

1d•$99,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, administers and coordinates current and long-range community development programs, projects and operations, including planning and zoning, building safety, code compliance, land use and development and related services, through effective planning, staff management and resource allocation; assures compliance with Federal, State and Town regulations. Provides professional and technical support to the Town Manager’s Office, Town Council and other boards and commissions. Provides excellent customer service to new and existing businesses and residents throughout the Town.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a college or university in Urban Planning or Public/Business Administration, or a closely related field; AND five or more years of experience in planning/zoning and community development including supervisory work; OR and equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Possession of a valid Arizona driver’s license.
Federal, state, and City rules, regulations, and ordinances governing planning, zoning, code enforcement, building safety, municipal services, and urban development.
Principles, practices and procedures of urban planning, community development, land use, zoning regulation, building safety, construction, code enforcement, permitting, and environmental protection.
Techniques and practices for effective and efficient management of allocated resources.
Principles and practices of public sector administrative management, including performance management, personnel rules, accounting, budgeting, procurement, and contract management.
Principles and practices of community development program planning and evaluation.
Environmentally responsible and resource-efficient community development techniques.
State and Federal case law related to planning, zoning, code enforcement and building safety.
Public relations and customer service practices, methods, and techniques.
Perform demographic research and analysis.
Understand regional and local economic environment.
Research, compile, and summarize a variety of informational and statistical data and materials.
Communicate effectively in written and oral form to a diverse audience, and prepare and analyze technical and administrative reports, statements and correspondence.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, staff, local business leaders, community groups and individual citizens.
Understand, interpret and communicate complicated ordinances, codes, policies, procedures and protocols.
Use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
Direct and lead staff, delegating tasks and authority, and coaching to improve staff performance.
Develop and manage plans, budgets, policies, and procedures.
Take clear direction from Town Council and Town Manager and relay that information to staff.
Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, ordinances and other written materials.
Prepare and administer budgets.

Nice To Haves

Professional certification through the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Plans and directs department operations, projects and programs, including community planning, long range planning, case review, plan review, building permits, inspections, and code enforcement; provides leadership, direction and guidance in the future development of the Town, and implementation of the General Plan.
Plans, organizes and directs the activities of professional, technical, and clerical personnel in the compilations, analysis, and interpretation of data used in community planning, zoning, land use planning and building safety.
Serves as principal advisor to the Town and subject matter expert on community development and technical issues; evaluates and analyzes complex and sensitive issues and projects, develops solutions, and advises on specialized areas of technical expertise.
Make oral and written presentations to the Town Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, various committees, boards, and citizen groups.
Plans long‑range community goals, objectives, organizational structure, and overall direction for the department.
Monitors, reviews, and communicates the implementation of the department's strategic plan(s) to ensure that long-range goals and objectives are met.
Works closely with the Town Manager and Economic Development staff on prospective business and possible creation of development agreements, proposals and creative enterprises.
Ensures that economic development activities comply with Town goals, policies and procedures, as well as federal, state and local regulations.
Proposes and writes resolutions, proclamations, ordinances, staff reports and other official documents as required.
Plans, allocates, and monitors time, people, equipment, and other resources for the department to ensure efficient organization and completion of work.
Directs and participates in the development and administration of the department budget; directs the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures.
Directs, coaches and trains staff, and evaluates performance; meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve priorities, workload, resource allocation, budgets, technical issues, quality standards, and services.
Supports the relationship between the Town and the general public, by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and town staff; promotes the Town goals and priorities and complies with all town policies and procedures.
Works with developers and contractors, in conjunction with other departments to provide outstanding customer service for their projects.
Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and town information; performs other duties as required or assigned.