Director, Planning & Economic Development
City of Duluth
Duluth, MN United States
How to Apply
URL: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/duluthmn/jobs/4655037/director-planning-economic-development?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs- Set the vision and strategy for the Planning and Economic Development Department's overall objectives to provide seamless service from community planning through project construction.
- Coordinate with the City's economic development partners in recruiting new or expanded business opportunities and assisting in providing location and workforce solutions and appropriate financial incentives as needed.
- Provide leadership to the Duluth Economic Development Authority to ensure this seven-member Board closely coordinates economic development mission with the City of Duluth.
- Confer with developers, County and State agencies, and the community to coordinate planning, zoning, and development matters, and serve as liaison to the community to interpret the objectives of the City's planning activities as well as respond to citizen inquiries.
- Actively monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's service delivery processes and procedures to ensure that the Planning and Economic Development Department is sensitive and responsive to the needs of a wide variety of stakeholders.
- Administer, interpret, and lead the development of the City's Comprehensive Master Plan, land use and zoning regulations, housing and neighborhood revitalization initiatives, and historical preservation projects.
- Perform technical review work in preparation and implementation of the City's planning and community development plans; process and monitor annexation and zoning requests including researching and analyzing applications for compliance and conformity with the City's land use plan, Comprehensive Plan, development policies, and other applicable rules and regulations.
- Provide information, technical assistance, and professional guidance to developers, architects, engineers, the general public, Planning Commission, other Boards and Commissions, the Mayor, and the City Council.
- Review and approve site plans, subdivision plans, and other developments, and provide information that will assist developers, contractors, and the general public to understand planning and zoning related issues and processes.
- Analyze and prepare policy documentation and code interpretation recommendations to the City Administrator, City Council, and Planning Commission regarding re-zonings, and special exception permits and Comprehensive Plan compatibility to ensure appropriate land development.
- Provide technical reports and recommendations to City Council, other City departments, Planning Commission, private developers, and individuals to ensure proper land use and application of sound urban planning principles to developments within the municipality.
- Work closely with the City Administrator, Public Works, Parks, IT and other departments in analyzing and creating plans for long and short-term infrastructure development including: parks, trails, transportation, communications, water and sewer, storm drainage, parking, and other public and private facilities.
- Serve as an advisor to the Planning Commission, City Council, City Administrator, and other City departments and civic groups on planning, zoning enforcement, building inspections, housing programs, and related matters.
- Monitor developments related to planning, building, land use, economic development, grant and bond programs, code enforcement, and redevelopment; evaluate their impact upon City operations and recommend policy and procedural modifications.
- Prepare and administer the Planning and Economic Development operation budget; direct the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; administer approved budget; implement mid-year adjustments.
- Manage and direct the personnel and programs of Planning, Building Inspection, Code Enforcement and Compliance, and Permitting/Licensing.
- Ensure compliance with City and Department policy and union bargaining agreements.
- Oversee the recruitment, selection, training, and evaluation of department personnel.
Experience Level
Senior (8-10 years)
AICP Level
None Selected
Specialty
Economic Development and Revitalization
Salary Range
$99,310.00 - $150,420.00 Annually
Contact Information
Jennifer
Moses
Address
411 W 1st St Room 160
Duluth, MN
55802
United States