Community Development Director

The Community Development Department provides quality, accurate, and responsible building, planning, environmental health, and code enforcement services to the community under direction of and collaboration with the Board of Supervisors, the County Administrative Officer, County Counsel, and stakeholders in a manner which is cost-effective and promotes excellence in the delivery of government services to the public while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. The Director oversees an office with 28 allocated FTEs supplemented by contractors.  

The ideal candidate is a collaborative and adaptable leader with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, and will be expected to excel in fostering relationships with diverse stakeholders, while maintaining a customer-focused approach. This individual is a strategic thinker with the ability to analyze complex issues, anticipate trends, and implement effective solutions that align with organizational goals, and regulatory requirements. They are skilled in mentoring and advising county staff and stakeholders, demonstrating integrity, accountability, and a commitment to professional development. The successful candidate will be a highly capable project manager, skilled at maintaining momentum and balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. They will bring a proven track record of successfully managing complex projects from concept through completion, demonstrating the ability to deliver results across a wide range of initiatives. Their strong organizational skills, coupled with a proactive and innovative mindset, enable them to ensure compliance, promote sustainability, and lead the department toward operational excellence.

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in planning, environmental studies, natural resource management, watershed management, forestry, environmental health, building and construction, or a closely related field; and five (5) years of increasingly responsible management experience as a professional planner or professional in a closely related field. 

• Must possess a California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.
• Certification as a professional planner from the American Institute of Certified Planners.
• ICC Certifications desirable.

A Master’s degree in city and regional planning, public administration, business administration or related field is highly desirable.