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Director of Community and Economic Development
City of Fullerton / Fullerton, CA
Posted on: April 26, 2022
Application Deadline: May 31, 2022
Job Description
The City of Fullerton is recruiting for a highly experienced Director of Community and Economic Development to manage the day-to-day activities of the Community and Economic Development Department. 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 31 full-time employees in addition to contract staff serving a specific need, with an operating budget of $5.5 million. This senior-level executive will be results-driven with well-grounded, ethical decision-making skills, superior interpersonal and communication skills, and strong leadership characteristics.
Required Experience / Skills / Education
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in community development, economic development, urban planning, or a related field. A Master’s degree in urban planning, public administration, or a closely related field is desirable. This position requires a minimum of eight years of progressively responsible administrative and supervisory management experience in community development, economic development, urban planning, redevelopment, or a closely related field, including three years at the mid-management/supervisory level in an organization comparable to Fullerton in terms of the scope of activity.
Application Instructions
The annual salary for the Director of Community and Economic Development is up to $135,950 to $203,926. Placement within the range is negotiable and dependent upon qualifications (DOQ).
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by May 31, 2022 by submitting a compelling cover letter and comprehensive resume to [email protected]. Confidential inquiries welcomed to Mr. Fred Wilson at (916) 630-4900. Detailed brochure available online at www.ralphandersen.com/jobs/dir-community-economic-development-fullerton-ca/.
