{"id":6431,"date":"2021-04-19T12:09:54","date_gmt":"2021-04-19T16:09:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.a-npdc.org\/?p=6431"},"modified":"2021-04-19T12:12:13","modified_gmt":"2021-04-19T16:12:13","slug":"director-of-planning-job-opening","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/a-npdc.org\/director-of-planning-job-opening\/","title":{"rendered":"Director of Planning Job Opening"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Director of Planning Position Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\nDirector is responsible for coordination of all planning department operations\nand administration. The services offered by the department include facilitation,\ncoordination and planning services for an interdisciplinary mix of projects\nthat address regional and local needs. The current department has focuses in\neconomic development, coastal issues, general planning and transportation\nplanning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\nDirector is the manager of the economic development program. This requires\nbeing the staff support to the Economic Development Subcommittee, maintaining\nthe Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) plan, providing\ntechnical assistance to localities and businesses to support CEDS strategies,\nmanaging the pre-development stage of projects, and periodically managing the\nconstruction of infrastructure and community improvements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\nDirector will coordinate with the Executive Director, Housing Development\nDirector and Housing Services Director on collaborative projects that meet\nproject requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Required\nKnowledge and Skills<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\nDirector oversees compliance with federal and state program requirements for\nthe department and will require the ongoing willingness to develop in-depth\nknowledge across a variety of subjects. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\nDirector must display a willingness to actively engage with department staff to\nkeep the projects running smoothly while also promoting positive staff morale\nin managing the projects on the Eastern Shore. Understanding and management of\nthe project goals across the department is necessary to maintain smooth operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\nDirector will supervise a team of 3 staff members. Good supervisory skills and\nteam building skills are required. The Director will also work closely with\nseveral appointed committees. Leadership with a collaborative focus will be\nrequired to advance projects that meet regional needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\nDirector must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and resolve\nconflicts and disputes in a professional manner. They must be detailed oriented,\npossess strong management skills and experience, have demonstrated administrative\nexperience, including developing and maintaining budgets, and can communicate\nclearly and effectively to a diverse population.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\nDirector must be a good writer and be willing to write grants, develop program\nbudgets and have good organizational skills. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Qualifications:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Employee must have the flexibility to work on several projects concurrently. Demonstrate diplomacy and sensitivity in working with the public and public officials. Requires sound judgement and analytical skills; attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy and follow through; good writing and math skills and the ability to work under pressure with a positive attitude. Must have the ability to work independently as well as lead a team. Must have an overall commitment to excellence in customer service. Must have experience in a supervisory role. Ideal candidate: outgoing, detail-oriented team leader that is able to communicate clearly. Relevant experience or a bachelor\u2019s degree in planning or relevant field is required. A master\u2019s degree in planning is preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ad Copy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\nAccomack-Northampton Planning District Commission is accepting applications for\na full-time Director of Planning. A detailed description is available www.a-npdc.org\/director-of-planning-job-opening\/<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\nessential function of the position is to oversee local administration of\nfederal and state planning projects, ensure compliance with program\nrequirements for these projects, specialize in economic development projects,\nand lead a team that consistently delivers plans and projects that meet\nregional and local needs. The successful candidate will also be flexible, willing\nand able to successfully write federal grants, manage planning processes, diplomatically\ncommunicate with the public and public officials, and periodically manage\nconstruction of community improvements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\nhiring range is $46,000 – $56,000 plus benefits depending on qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Minimum\nqualifications: Good writing, good math skills and good organizational skills\nrequired. Excellent diplomatic traits required. Demonstrated experience in\nleading a team required. Experience in supervisory and management roles\nrequired. Relevant experience or a bachelor\u2019s degree in planning or a relevant\nfield is required. A master\u2019s degree in planning is preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Send\ncover letter and detailed resume to Planning Director Job, PO Box 417, Accomac,\nVirginia 23301 or to emeil@a-npdc.org <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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