Dir. Planning & Community Development

DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Planning Department Exempt, Non-Union, Full Time, Benefit Eligible Salary: $89,556 - $102,989 Definition:
Professional, managerial and administrative work in developing and coordinating the activities, programs operations of the Department of Planning and Community Development; and of all relative boards, commissions and authorities, in keeping with the Town?s comprehensive planning and development program. Performs all other related duties as required that are logical to the position, or as directed by the Town Manager, is a department head with responsibility for policy development, program planning, fiscal management, administration and operational direction of all department functions.

Supervision:
Works independently under the broad policy direction of the Town Manager and evaluates effectiveness of operations. Coordinates the functions of the boards, offices and departments involved in land use regulation and land management, including but not limited to; the Planning Department, Zoning Board of Appeals and Conservation Commission. Performs highly responsible functions of a complex nature, providing professional advice to the Town Manager, Town Council, and various town boards, commissions and committees, concerning the development, implementation, management and administration of the policies, goals, regulations, and statutory requirements related to planning and development for the town.

May be required to attend evening or weekend meetings.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor?s degree in a discipline related to Planning and Community Economic Development and eight years professional community development, planning, or public administration and management experience, within a municipality; with at least five years of experience, public sector experience necessary; or, a combination of education and experience that enables performance of all aspects of the position. Must demonstrate track record of high level of responsibility with planning and economic development strategies and management, and must demonstrate leadership skill in the context of formal organizations;

specifically municipal organizations and administration including budgets, grants and supervisory practices. Knowledge, Ability and Skill:
Knowledge of operations, services, and activities of a comprehensive community development program including planning, building, code redevelopment, and housing programs and functional areas; theory principles, and practices of planning and related services; development review procedures and requirements; principles and practices of program development and administration, of municipal budget preparation and administration, of management, supervision, training, and performance evaluation. Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including those governing the administration of planning, community development and community redevelopment programs and activities;

organizational management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies and operation needs; of methods and techniques of eliciting community participation in planning and development issues. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse interest groups and work cooperatively with department heads, staff and elected or appointed officials and the general public. Ability to plan, manage others, analyze, carry out projects, consult and offer advice, and facilitate groups;

requires highly effective written and oral Communication Skills. Must Perform All Aspects Of Job Responsibilities with honesty and integrity. SEE THE EAST LONGMEADOW WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION