Director of Planning and Development

Bee Cave, City of • Bee Cave City Hall, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under administrative direction from the City Manager and Assistant City Manager, this role plans, directs, and supervises the activities and operations of the Planning, Building, Engineering, and Code Enforcement functions of the City of Bee Cave. The position is responsible for the management of the Planning & Zoning Commission activities. The Director assumes full management responsibility and exercises supervision over Planning and Development Department staff, currently seven (7) full-time employees.

Requirements

• Ten years of increasingly responsible experience in planning, zoning, permitting, and redevelopment analysis, administration, enforcement, and consultation; personnel management
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in city, urban and regional planning, architecture, urban design and economics, or a closely related field.
• Principles of long-term planning, as well as implementation of a comprehensive planning program.
• Principles and practices of short-term planning, including but not limited to administration of zoning, subdivision, environmental, site design, signage, building, and code enforcement practices and methods.
• Principles and policies of regional and urban planning.
• Principles and practices of urban design.
• Basic principles of parks and open space planning.
• Basic principles of real estate finance and site development.
• Management skills to analyze programs, policies, and operational needs.
• Principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
• Complex mathematical and analytical methods.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Principles of management and organizational behavior.
• Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Ability to continuously improve the department.
• Ability to deploy new software.
• Ability to plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of subordinates.
• Ability to select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
• Ability to interpret and explain City policies and procedures.
• Ability to research, analyze and evaluate public service methods and techniques.
• Ability to delegate authority and responsibility.
• Ability to attend to multiple details simultaneously.
• Ability to manage and direct the operations, services, and activities of the Planning & Development Department.
• Ability to identify and respond to community, Planning Commission, and City Council issues, concerns and needs.
• Ability to develop and administer departmental goals, objectives, and procedures.
• Ability to analyze zoning requirements and policies and make recommendations for needed revisions.
• Ability to prepare and administer Planning & Development Department budget.
• Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Ability to interpret and apply Federal, State, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Nice To Haves

• A Master’s degree in Planning is highly desirable and may be substituted for one year of experience.
• Member of American Planning Association and American Institute of Certified Planners preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assume full management responsibility for all Planning & Development Department projects and plans, including the review/update of the Comprehensive plan; preparation and/or oversight of short- and long-range planning documents.
• Develop and draft recommendations to City Council and other Boards/Commissions on City goals, objectives, policies, and regulations related to development.
• Lead the Department in conducting topically focused “special research projects” as required by City Management; prepare a variety of reports on findings, operations, and activities; make recommendations.
• Compile and maintain demographic data, making projections and estimates.
• Responsible for all Planning & Development Department services and activities related to the processing of development- and special event- related applications and ordinances; the coordination and execution of code compliance; recommending and administering policies and procedures.
• Review and process planning applications; ensure compliance with appropriate laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances; prepare public hearing notices and staff reports; make presentations to the Planning and Zoning Commission and oversee the agenda process.
• Oversee the creation and management of GIS data and mapping, a function the Department performs on behalf of the city.
• Provide staff assistance and prepare reports to the Planning and Zoning Commission, the City Council, the City Manager, and related boards and commissions.
• Prepare or direct the preparation of agendas, staff reports and other necessary correspondence; make presentations to City Council, Boards and Commissions, as needed.
• Manage the development and implementation of the Planning & Development Department goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for each assigned service area.
• Develop, justify and forecast Department programs, policies, and activities.
• Recommend, within City policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; monitor and evaluate work methods and procedures; assign projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; allocate resources accordingly.
• Select, train, motivate, and evaluate Planning & Development Department personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to identify opportunities for improvement and correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
• Oversee and participate in the development and administration of the Planning & Development Department budget; approve the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; approve expenditures and implement budgetary adjustments as appropriate and necessary.
• Interact with and provide information and, as appropriate, guidance to boards, developers, contractors, landowners, citizens, businesses, and the general public on development-related related matters, issues, policies, and regulations.
• Mentor staff in providing exceptional customer service to and on the same.
• Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints.
• Negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
• Represent the Planning & Development Department to other City departments, elected officials, and outside activities; coordinate Planning & Development Department activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations.
• Facilitate completion of interdepartmental projects and programs.
• Meet with management staff to identify opportunities for coordination and resolve problems.
• Perform all other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Benefits

• City of Bee Cave is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

What This Job Offers

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