What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Development Director position at City of Milwaukie?
- Lead a talented team: Direct the department's strategy, build a supportive and accountable work environment, and empower your team to achieve city goals.
- Drive community development: Oversee the implementation of plans related to land use, housing, and economic development.
- Enhance our operations: Streamline processes, improve service delivery, and ensure efficient and customer-focused operations.
- Manage our resources: Prepare and administer the department's budget, overseeing funding for key initiatives like our Housing Production Strategy.
- Engage with the community: Act as a liaison with citizens, community groups, and other agencies, ensuring a responsive and positive public presence.
- A Bachelor's degree in public administration, urban planning, engineering, business administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
- At least 8 years of progressively responsible experience, with 3 years in a supervisory role, ideally within a community development department.
- Expertise in Oregon Land Use Law, building codes, and development review processes.
- A proven ability to navigate complex situations, deescalate tensions, and foster collaboration.
- Strong financial management skills, with experience preparing and monitoring budgets.
- A commitment to the core competencies of public service, strategic leadership, and empowering others.
- Resume: A comprehensive overview of your professional experience.
- Cover Letter: A thoughtful and authentic letter describing why you believe you would be a good fit for this role and the City of Milwaukie.
- Supplemental Questions: Please provide thorough and genuine answers to the supplemental questions. Your responses will be used in the application review process to help rank candidates. We acknowledge the usefulness of AI tools, but this is your opportunity to highlight your unique lived experiences and demonstrate why you are the best candidate.
- Additional Information
Please include all applicable Experience and Education, including certifications, in your application. We use your application details to determine your step placement on our salary schedule.
Diversity and Inclusion: At the City of Milwaukie, we understand that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We value diversity and support a positive and welcoming environment where all of our employees can thrive.
Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made, or any other status protected by law.
Accommodation: Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in this process. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-786-7507.
Veterans' Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for positions with the City of Milwaukie. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for veterans' preference for this job, please attach qualifying documents in the application process.
Salary : $122,886 - $156,811
