4F, Community Development Director Job Description & Authorization to Advertise Position

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�'S EN HILLS JuIv2010 CITY OF ARDEN HILLS POSITION DESCRIPTION Position Title: Community Development Director Department: Community Development Reports to: City Administrator Positions Supervised: City Planner, Building Official, and Building Inspector Status: Full-Time, Exempt SUMMARY The Community Development Director manages and directs all the activities of Planning, Building Inspections, Code Enforcement, and Community Development. This position works to identify and develop public-private partnerships to seek out new economic opportunities for the City and retain the City's existing business and economic assets. This position provides assistance to the City Administrator in the administration of City services and assists in the daily operations to the City; assure compliance with City policies, goals and programs. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIDNS OF THE POSITION The Director oversees and coordinates community development activities, providing technical and administrative assistance to property owners, promoting development and redevelopment activities, and assists in the marketing of properties within the City. The Director is also responsible for identifying and managing the elements essential to the success of all aspects of Economic Development and (re)development projects. Conducts research, interprets data, and prepares reports and recommendations on issues and projects as assigned, which may impact the economic vitality of the City. Ensures developer compliance with Council directives and develapment contracts. Supervises, plans, and organizes activities in the areas of Planning, Recycling, Inspections, and Code Enforcement. Supervises and assists the City Planner in developing, changing and implementing land use plans, regulations, and policies. Supervises and assists the Building Official and Building Inspector to ensure positive and effective enforcement of City plans, policies, and ordinances; including monitoring developer compliance with Council directives and development contracts. Performs special assignments and projects as assigned by the City Administrator and City Council.