Community and Economic Development Director

Community and Economic Development Director
City of Lomita/ Lomita, California
Posted on: August 15, 2022
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Monthly Salary: $12,439 - $15,120 (pending city council approval)

The City of Lomita is seeking an exceptional leader and team player to fill the position of Community and Economic Development Director. The Community and Economic Development Department is comprised of Planning, Economic Development and Code Enforcement. 

The ideal candidate will have the ability to manage current and advance planning projects while also capitalizing on the City’s many opportunities for economic development and community building. This individual will be an outstanding communicator who is comfortable interacting directly with a wide variety of stakeholders and skilled in building consensus and helping to build a shared vision. He/she will be accessible and willing to connect with the public and possess a reputation for being responsive, direct and transparent.  In addition, the individual selected will be trustworthy and credible, and focused on bringing high quality projects to life.

The City of Lomita works a 9/80 work schedule with alternate Fridays off; Directors are given generous flexibility in managing their schedules. This position may be required to work occasional evenings and weekends for Council or Committee meetings and/or special events.

Education/Experience:
Education:  Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in urban or regional planning, public administration, architecture, or a related field.

Experience:  Eight (8) years of increasingly responsible administrative government experience in planning, building, housing, or a related field, including five (5) years of management experience.

Other Requirements:
Must possess a valid California Class C driver’s license
Must be willing to attend evening meetings as required.

Application Instructions
Filing Deadline: Open Until Filled
First Review of Applications: Wednesday, August 31, 2022. Applicants are encouraged to apply soon. This recruitment may close at any time without notice.

For a full job description and on-line application, please go to: https://lomitacity.com/human-resources/