Post Date: 07/21/2022 Posting ID: 2022-0023 Close Date: UNTIL FILLED

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

FULL TIME

EXEMPT POSITION

SALARY COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE

Position Overview:

The purpose of this position is to oversee and supervise the day-to-day operation of the Development Services Department, taking on different priorities based on the particular needs of the County Manager and the department. This position will be responsible for developing advancement strategy, monitoring service activities and development projects.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Supervises, directs and evaluates staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining and completing employee performance appraisals for all functions within the Development Services to include Building and Inspections, Zoning, Planning, Code Enforcement and Receptionist.

Receives and investigates complaints from the general public and Commissioners; interacts to address problems and situations as necessary to resolve problems.

Attends Board meetings, committee meetings, special project meetings and public hearings; assists with the preparation of agenda and related materials; reviews minutes.

Oversees projects, providing a conduit between staff, Commissioners, County Manager and specialized contractual staff such as architects, consultants and contractors.

Writes policies as required, collaborating with County Manager, departments, proofing, presenting and obtaining feedback from staff, attorney and appropriate state agencies.

Facilitate and support cross functional teams to continuously improve and redesign operations processes from critical to safe, high quality and efficient operations by leveraging the Lean and Change Leadership methodologies in all aspects of the business. Spread improvement culture thought organization and drive measurable business process improvement.

Assist in the creation of metrics to monitor performance, operational improvements and financial benefits.

Collect and analyze process data, identify opportunities, develop solutions, implement improvements, and help operational management ensure sustainability.

Participate in and/or provide leadership support to multidisciplinary task forces, committees and councils as appropriate or assigned.

Collaborate with leadership to set up internal quality targets and help create strategies to achieve and sustain improvement.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Ability to analyze data and make recommendations

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with team members and upper management.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

In the absence of a full time position as an Engineering Project Manager in Development Services to oversee private development projects, the Director of Development Services performs the duties of the Engineering Project Manager.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, public administration, engineering, architecture, planning or closely related field; supplemented by 10 years previous experience and/or training that includes accounting, budgeting, supervisory/managerial governmental experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Drivers License.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s Degree

10 or more years of direct and comprehensive construction management experience.

Experience in County government

PE Certification

Project Management Certification

All resumes must be submitted with a completed County Application. Applications can be obtained at: Human Resources Office, 804 S Laurel Street, Springfield, GA 31329 or