Assistant Director of Community & Economic Development

City of Vacaville • Vacaville, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Vacaville is seeking a full-time Assistant Director of Community and Economic Development to oversee daily operations of divisions and programs within the department. This role involves assisting the Director in planning and management, leading initiatives for the city's prosperity and quality of life, overseeing the department's budget, and supervising other employees. This recruitment will also establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.

Requirements

• Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in economics, urban and regional planning, public administration, business administration, or a related field.
• Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in a governmental agency relative to planning, building, redevelopment, housing, economic development or experience in the private sector working with government officials in areas related to local community development.
• Two years of management responsibility is required.

Nice To Haves

• A graduate degree or some completed graduate-level coursework in urban or regional planning, management, business administration, public administration, economics or a related field is preferred.
• Certification as a member by the American Institute of Certified Planners is preferred.
• Certification as a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD), or similar, is desirable.
• Experienced with leading others in a collaborative, positive manner that builds trust and confidence and facilitates delivery of exceptional service.
• Possesses excellent communication skills including experience with formal and informal public speaking.
• Enjoys mentoring—has experience being mentored and mentoring others.
• Has built and implemented municipal budgets in a “hands on” fashion.
• Is thoroughly experienced in development review and/or project management.
• Feels passionate about public service and demonstrates this quality through an active, engaged work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Director in the planning, organization and management of the Department
• Leads major initiatives to support the City of Vacaville’s prosperity, growth, and quality of life
• Oversees the development and administration of the Department’s budget
• Oversees the selection, placement, training and supervision of other employees

Benefits

• Medical Insurance at affordable rates - City covers up to 85% of Kaiser premium, other plans are also available
• Vision and Dental Insurance monthly premiums covered 100% by the City
• Healthcare double coverage opt-out incentive of $3,000 per year for eligible employees
• Paid sick leave, vacation leave, thirteen holidays and two floating holidays a year
• Up to 97.5 hours per year of Administrative Leave
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment up to $2,200 per fiscal year
• Deferred compensation plan with up to 6% City contribution available
• California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) plan enrollment and Retiree Health Savings account
• Employee social and wellness events
• Casual dress days
• Flexible work schedules
• Every other Friday off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager