Position Summary
This position is responsible for directing the city’s development department programs and functions.
Position Description

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of planning and zoning theories, principles, and practices.
• Knowledge of the city zoning ordinance and other city regulations and policies.
• Knowledge of the comprehensive planning process.
• Knowledge of city and department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of budget management principles.
• Knowledge of personnel management principles.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in management and supervision.
• Skill in directing planning and development operations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.
• Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the subunits in the division/department in order to direct and coordinate work within the division/department, usually interpreted to require three to five years of related experience.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
  The qualifications listed above represent the credentials necessary to perform the essential functions of this position. To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position

• Oversees the day-to-day operations of the Development Department, including its planning and zoning, GIS mapping, building inspection, economic development, and code compliance functions.
• Implements programs to attract, retain, and expand businesses in the city, coordinates projects with city departments and outside agencies.
• Develops and implements goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the city’s economic development program; identifies resource needs; recommends, develops, and implements approved policies and procedures.
• Oversees and assists with the work of the Planning and Zoning Commission, including public hearings, staff analysis, and recommendations for annexation rezonings, variance, and/or special land use.
• Manage and implement long-range planning projects, including the Comprehensive Plan and other master plan efforts; Administer the zoning, sign, and land development ordinances, including making recommendations to revise, update and/or modify ordinances; identifies impacts of proposed ordinance changes and of applicable local, state, and federal regulations; and makes presentations to the Board, commissions, and other officials.
• Prepares and oversees the department budget.
• Acts as point-of-contact for all public and interdepartmental inquiries concerning land use, zoning, or other development issues.
• Administer applicable ordinances through permit reviews and analyses, including land disturbance permits, plats, annexations, tree permits, site and development standards for building permits, and legislative and quasi-judicial zoning-related applications.
• Oversees the implementation of the city’s Opportunity Zone (OZ) program.
• Serves as the primary economic development contact for all new development and/or business location/expansion/retention.
• Serves as the city’s liaison with such organizations as the Chamber of Commerce, the County Economic Development Agency, and other business-related organizations and agencies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.