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Director of Community Development
City of Huntington Beach / Huntington Beach, CA
Posted on: January 23, 2018
Application Deadline:
Job Description
The City of Huntington Beach is recruiting for a highly experienced Director of Community Development to manage the day-to-day activities of the Community Development Department. The Community Development Department is comprised of five programs or divisions: Administration, Planning, Code Enforcement/Neighborhood Preservation, Inspection Services, and Permit and Plan Check Services. The successful candidate will have a broad background in urban planning, community development and economic development principles, and a strong track record of success in managing a multi-faceted organization. The new Director will work closely with the City Manager’s Office and will be directly responsible for a Department of approximately 44 full-time employees with an operating budget of $7.6 million. The annual salary range for this position is $168,105 to $208,270.
Required Experience / Skills / Education
A Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in community development, urban planning, or a related field and a minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible administrative and supervisory management experience in community development, urban planning, redevelopment, or a closely related field; including three years at the mid-management/supervisory level in an organization of comparable size (or larger) with similar scope of activity is required. A Master’s degree in urban planning, public administration, or a closely related field is preferred. Membership in the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is preferred.
Application Instructions
Candidates are encouraged to apply no later than Tuesday, February 20, 2018. Interested candidates should email a compelling cover letter and comprehensive resume to apply@ralphandersen.com. If you have any questions or wish to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Heather Renschler at (916) 630-4900. Detailed brochure available at https://www.ralphandersen.com/jobs/community-development-director-huntington-beach-ca/.
