Job Description
JOB Under the Direction of the City Manager, the Community Development Director is responsible for developing, directing, and providing ongoing leadership and supervision in the planning, zoning, code enforcement, and economic development functions of the City. This position will work collaboratively with staff among all departments, commissions, boards, and the public to develop effective working relationships. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Supervises assigned staff and provides direction and assists with complicated zoning issues (e.g., schedules employees work tasks, assigns work to employees, interviews job applicants, recommends the hiring of job applicants, recommends discipline, recommends pay assignments, evaluates employee performance, receives employee complaints, approves leave requests, recommends the approval of leaves, attends and otherwise participates in meetings in which policy questions are reviewed and discussed, assists with the development of policy, recommends policy changes, participates in personnel relations activities, has access to financial data used in monitoring organizational revenue/income). Responsible for the short term and long-range planning for the City’s community and economic development activities; Effectively promote and market the City of Riverside to citizens, businesses, developers, and general public to encourage economic growth. Position the community for success through development and implementation of an Economic and Community Development strategic plan. Organize and present highly technical information, development projects, budgetary philosophies and policies. Assist developers to maximize return on investment while encouraging high quality development; works closely with business community and businesses on development issues within the City; works cooperatively with federal, state and regional public sector economic and community development partners. Provide direct oversight and administration of the City’s Comprehensive, Land Use Plan, Unified Development Ordinances, and other department related plans and implementation design including research, analysis, and community outreach strategies. Provide general oversight of zoning, code enforcement and permitting. Develop, recommend, and implement annual departmental budget; forecasts necessary funding for staff, equipment, material and supplies; monitors budget throughout the year; analyzes and evaluates existing unit objectives, goals, standards, priorities, policies and procedures, existing unit objectives, goals, standards, priorities, policies and procedures; research, recommend, develop and implement policies and procedures for operational effectiveness. Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field; actively participates in area wide economic development associations and/or activities. Provides effective and persuasive leadership on community development activities, including communicating with all levels of public and private clients and the public. Serves as staff representative to Source Water Protection Program. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Travels, as required. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION KNOWLEDGEKnowledge and familiarity with departmental, city, and state rules, regulations, ordinances, and policies (Obtained after start of employment); Microsoft Office programs and familiarity with Geographic Information Systems; zoning principles and application; public project management related to economic development and infrastructure; land use planning and zoning.SKILLS Skilled in motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job; actively looking for ways to help others. ABILITIES Ability to absorb information quickly and understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem solving and decision-making; read and understand construction drawings and specifications; define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; work as part of a team and build professional relationships with staff, colleagues, co-workers, elected officials, community leaders, and citizens; use independent judgment; perform duties in a timely and accurate fashion; maintain confidentiality of business matters, with the ability to distinguish and disseminate sensitive information; willingness to lead and direct others; choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve problems; multitasking; effective communication verbally and in writing; read and understand information and ideas presented in writing; write routine reports and correspondence in writing so others will understand.