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The City of Saratoga is in search of a collaborative, strategic, and experienced local government professional to take on the role of Community Development Director. This dynamic and hands-on position involves managing zoning compliance, administering relevant land use regulations at the City, County, State, and Federal level, and ensuring compliance with legislative programs. The incumbent will also serve as a key liaison with the Planning Commission and Heritage Preservation Commission, providing valued input and direction. The Community Development Director is an integral member of the City’s management team, helping to implement long-term strategic goals and community initiatives.
The role of Community Development Director (CDD) is a critical position within the executive team of the City of Saratoga. The CDD will work in close collaboration with the City Manager and City Council, acting as the City’s principal City Planner. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, directing, managing, and overseeing all activities and operations of the Community Development Department. This includes managing long-range and current planning, permitting, building inspection, business licensing, building maintenance, and code compliance services.
As a representative of the City, the CDD will have direct contact with citizens, elected officials, officials from other agencies and organizations, and community leaders. This requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as the issues involved are often highly sensitive and complex.
The Community Development Department is comprised of the Development Services and Advanced Planning Services sections, the Code Compliance Program, the Building and Inspection Division, and the Facility Maintenance Division. The department is staffed with a team of 16 FTEs, including the Director. The departmental budget for FY 2022/23 is $4,520,000.
The ideal candidate will be an outstanding Community Development Director with the skills and qualities to excel in this critical position. The ideal candidate must be a strategic, proactive, and creative community development expert who can provide exceptional operational leadership to the department. Strong management and administration skills are essential, and the ability to adapt to the work environment and fit in with the organizational culture will be critical aspects for success in this role. The successful candidate must be highly collaborative, and patient, when working with internal and external customers. The CDD will be expected to operate with the utmost integrity, professionalism, respect, collaboration, and ethical behavior.
To succeed in this role, the ideal candidate must have a background that reflects high levels of expertise and successful Community Development program delivery. They must possess exceptional skills in stakeholder engagement, and project management, along with the ability to inspire and motivate a team towards achieving shared goals. Finally, the ideal candidate must be able to navigate complex political and community dynamics, demonstrating sound judgment and effective decision-making skills.
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To be considered for this exciting career opportunity, please apply online through https://www.calopps.org/saratoga/job-20373409 by Friday, May 12, 2023. As part of your online application, provide the City with a cover letter, resume, and list of five professional references. References will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.
The role of Community Development Director (CDD) is a critical position within the executive team of the City of Saratoga. The CDD will work in close collaboration with the City Manager and City Council, acting as the City’s principal City Planner. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, directing, managing, and overseeing all activities and operations of the Community Development Department. This includes managing long-range and current planning, permitting, building inspection, business licensing, building maintenance, and code compliance services.
As a representative of the City, the CDD will have direct contact with citizens, elected officials, officials from other agencies and organizations, and community leaders. This requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as the issues involved are often highly sensitive and complex.
The Community Development Department is comprised of the Development Services and Advanced Planning Services sections, the Code Compliance Program, the Building and Inspection Division, and the Facility Maintenance Division. The department is staffed with a team of 16 FTEs, including the Director. The departmental budget for FY 2022/23 is $4,520,000.
The ideal candidate will be an outstanding Community Development Director with the skills and qualities to excel in this critical position. The ideal candidate must be a strategic, proactive, and creative community development expert who can provide exceptional operational leadership to the department. Strong management and administration skills are essential, and the ability to adapt to the work environment and fit in with the organizational culture will be critical aspects for success in this role. The successful candidate must be highly collaborative, and patient, when working with internal and external customers. The CDD will be expected to operate with the utmost integrity, professionalism, respect, collaboration, and ethical behavior.
To succeed in this role, the ideal candidate must have a background that reflects high levels of expertise and successful Community Development program delivery. They must possess exceptional skills in stakeholder engagement, and project management, along with the ability to inspire and motivate a team towards achieving shared goals. Finally, the ideal candidate must be able to navigate complex political and community dynamics, demonstrating sound judgment and effective decision-making skills.
Read the complete job description here.
Job Announcement URL
Job Description URL
Job PDF
To be considered for this exciting career opportunity, please apply online through https://www.calopps.org/saratoga/job-20373409 by Friday, May 12, 2023. As part of your online application, provide the City with a cover letter, resume, and list of five professional references. References will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.