Assistant Growth Management Director

MINIMUM TRAINING & EXPERIENCE The following education and experience will be accepted: Master’s Degree from an accredited institution in Urban Planning, Engineering, Public Administration, Business Administration or related field plus four (4) years of government experience in urban planning, housing and community development, management of grant funds, regulatory compliance or zoning, including experience in an administrative and managerial capacity. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in Urban Planning, Engineering, Public Administration, Business Administration or related field plus six (6) years of government experience in urban planning, housing and community development, management of grant funds, regulatory compliance or zoning, including experience in an administrative and managerial capacity. Associate Degree from an accredited institution in Urban Planning, Engineering, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field plus eight (8) years of government experience in urban planning, housing and community development, management of grant funds, regulatory compliance or zoning, including experience in an administrative and managerial capacity. Minimum of eight (8) years of responsible supervisory/personnel management experience required. Federal funding and grants management is preferred. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite programs. Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License and have and maintain an acceptable driving record. EMERGENCY DECLARATION STATUS Code 1 - Essential Employees may be required to work during an undeclared emergency and/or declared emergency. On an incident-by-incident basis, the employee’s Department Head will make the determination as to who will be required to work. GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB Under general supervision, performs managerial, professional, technical and administrative work in the Growth Management Department. Serves as the Assistant to the Department Director and directly oversees the Housing & Community Improvement and Code Compliance Divisions. Considerable independent judgment and initiative are required in carrying out program objectives within the framework of administrative, financial and planning principles and practices and established policies and regulations. Work involves administering the Comprehensive Plan, federal programs and grants, and property maintenance codes. Provides customers with applicable information concerning City ordinances and plans. Gives professional advice to advisory and regulatory boards and commissions. Contributes to the formulation, modification and improvement of land development regulations for the City's physical development. Work also involves preparation of various exhibits and data for presentation to civic and citizen groups and public boards; and advising the public on code compliance, housing and land development issues. Considerable tact and courtesy are required in frequent contacts with contractors, City staff, elected officials and the general public. Reports to the Growth Management Director. SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Assists Director with the business operations of the Growth Management Department, including budget development and administration, procurement, personnel management, grant administration, regulatory compliance, annual reports, performance measures and administrative policies. Provides support and direct supervision to the Housing & Community Improvement Division and Code Compliance Division, along with operations thereof. Ensures that standard operating procedures are established, followed and periodically updated. Oversees regulatory compliance of federal and state funding programs. Responsible for compliance with annual reporting and ensures timely submittal to relevant agencies. Assigns, directs and oversees the activities of staff, advising as necessary and resolving problems as non-routine situations arise; prepares a…

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