Deputy Director Community Development

The City of Prospect Heights Community Development Department welcomes applications for a full-time Deputy Director. The position’s role will support the Director of Community Development in executing the department’s operations to promote safe and sustainable development, ensure code compliance, and foster community growth. The ideal candidate will be an experienced building code professional, skilled in the management, technical aspects, and application of building codes, possess a background in community and economic development, zoning, and land use.

Provide leadership guidance and strategic direction for the operation of community development department.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, Public Administration, Engineering, Construction Management, Licensed Architect or a related field; master’s degree preferred or related credentials in the field. Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in building code administration, community development and planning, construction management, or related field, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role. Certification as a Building Code Official, Master Code Professional, or a related discipline is strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skill: This position requires comprehensive knowledge of building codes, engineering principles, zoning regulations, construction standards, and land use planning. Thorough knowledge and application of state and federal laws, municipal planning principles, methodologies, and functional elements, as well as the competence and experience to apply such principles to effectively guide and manage a sound and effective community development department.

Strong leadership skills with commitment to teamwork, integrity, and public service. Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences, including technical staff, elected officials, and the public. Knowledge and understanding of local, county, and state land use regulations, procedures, and laws. Ability to work closely with city council, appointed boards, planning and zoning board of appeals, and other entities.

This is a full-time, exempt salary position with a competitive salary and benefit package depending upon qualifications. The City of Prospect Heights offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits plan which includes generous contributions to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund as well as paid vacation, personal, sick, and holiday time.

The City of Prospect Heights is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age,