The Director of the Community Development department is civically minded and will plan, direct, manage, and oversee the activities and operations of the Community Development Department including comprehensive planning (short and long term), zoning administration, historic preservation, building review and inspection services, and mapping services.

Duties:

The duties listed below are representative of, but do not necessarily include, all the duties and responsibilities that an individual in this position may be called upon to perform.

• Creating a collaborative, equitable, innovative, respectful, responsive, sustainable and trustworthy work environment by leading by example reflecting the County's Mission, Values and Goals.
• Develops, directs, and coordinates the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the department; establishes appropriate service, and staffing levels.
• Manages the development and administration of the department's annual budget; directs the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; directs the monitoring of and approves expenditures; directs and implements adjustments as necessary.
• Selects, trains, motivates, and directs Community Development department personnel; evaluates and reviews work for acceptability and conformance with department standards, including program and project priorities and performance evaluations; works with employees on performance issues; responds to staff, public and Board questions and concerns.
• Acts as an advisor to the County Manager and Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) by providing updates and reports on department activities. Prepares materials for BOCC meetings and Land Use Hearings.
• Facilitates and ensures monthly evening meetings are productive with the Planning Commission and Historic Preservation Commission. Assists in updating operating policies as needed.
• Other duties and projects, as assigned.
• Directs, coordinates and reviews code amendments; provides code interpretation as needed; provides analysis, recommendations, and implementation of policies and procedures; develops and presents recommendations on a variety of permits, subdivision, special use permits, maps, ordinances, zone changes and development applications.
• Meets with developers, engineers, property owners, contractors, and other stakeholders to discuss merits and concerns of development proposals; provides various parties with guidance on procedures; oversees negotiations and agreements regarding environment-related issues, rights-of-way, open space easements, and financial participation; discusses status of development projects with applicants.
• Participates in and makes presentations to the Board of County Commissioners, Planning Commission, and a variety of boards and commissions; attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of community development and other services as they relate to the area of assignment.

Minimum job requirements:

• Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in community development, urban planning, architecture, engineering or a related field. A Master's degree in Urban Planning and Regional Planning (MURP), Public Administration (MPA), or a closely related field is highly desirable.
• Must possess FEMA ICS 100 and 700 certifications within 6 months of employment (County supported after hired)
• Must have a valid Colorado Driver's License without any restrictions due to driving record. Must also be able to drive a county vehicle.
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) preferred

Ability to:

• Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and internal controls for the department and assigned program areas.
• Provide administrative and professional leadership and direction for the department and in support the County.
• Prepare and administer departmental budgets and allocate limited resources in a cost-effective manner. Identify potential grants and work with Finance and grant staff to pursue funding.
• Interpret, apply, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Plan, organize, direct, coordinate, and evaluate the work of management, supervisory, professional, and technical personnel; delegate authority and responsibility.

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

Experience and Work Ethic

1. A minimum of 4 years related experience of which 2 years shall be in a management and/or an administrative capacity in a Community Development or similar public office. Local government experience is preferred. Other combinations of education, public and private sector work experience will be evaluated.
2. Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
3. Creativity and ability to remain flexible in a changing environment.
4. High degree of ethics and integrity.
5. Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling – motivating, training, and directing staff, leadership technique, and coordination of people and resources.

Civic Minded

1. Must possess strong community interest, while understanding the County government organization, function, policy rules and regulations.
2. Ability to work effectively both independently and as a team member.
3. Ability to review and evaluate operating procedures and recommend improvements.
4. Use of professional and personal discretion to protect the County from any actual and/or perceived appearances of impropriety.
5. Applicate Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.

Personal Responsiveness

1. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, elected and appointed officials, businesses, the general public and with the ability to communicate effectively.
2. Self-directed and self-motivated in job-related tasks.
3. Commitment that employment with the County is primary to all other forms of employment.

Knowledge of

• Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, and evaluation, and supervision of staff.
• Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of projects, programs, policies, procedures, and operational needs.
• Theories, principles, and practice of comprehensive planning, land use planning, zoning, subdivision, impact evaluation, natural resource protection, and environmental health compliance specifically as it pertains to onsite wastewater treatment systems.
• Principles and techniques of conducting plan reviews, architectural review, subdivision design, land use, and other analytical studies, evaluating alternatives, and making sound recommendations.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

Mental/Physical Demands:

• Work is performed in a typical indoor office setting.
• Work is mostly sedentary with periods of mobility and light physical activity.
• In person work environment though a hybrid work environment may be selectively available.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of requirements, duties and responsibilities. Gilpin County provides reasonable job-related accommodations for disabled persons. Must pass drug screen and pre-employment screening.