Sturgeon Bay, WI (pop. 9,861) is seeking a dynamic and approachable leader to be its next Community Development Director. We are looking for a long-term partner who is ready to be challenged by an interesting variety of projects, including urban and waterfront redevelopment, housing, and commercial and manufacturing investment recruitment.

Sturgeon Bay is located in and serves as the county seat to beautiful Door County, WI. It is an uncommon community that offers its residents a lifestyle of exceptional quality as well as a place where businesses can prosper. While many relish Sturgeon Bay as a vacation destination, it is also known for its thriving business climate and extraordinary place to raise a family.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates, directs, or performs activities relating to community and economic development, planning, and annexation
• Oversees assessment, building inspection, and code enforcement.
• Supervises the work of the Planner/Zoning Administrator and Community Development Administrative Assistant.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in planning, geography, public administration, or related field is required – master's degree preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of planning, zoning and community development.
• Progressively responsible economic development or planning experience in a municipal organization(s).
• AICP and/or CEcD certificates a plus.
• High level of honesty and transparency as well as both professional and personal integrity.
• Open and positive communications skills to create a collaborative style while working with staff, the community and potential community partners is a must.