The Department of Planning & Development Services (PDS) is seeking qualified individuals for Assistant Director, Planning & Development Services. This exceptional executive position will be a strategist and innovator who strives for continuous improvement.

The Assistant Director will serve as the PDS operational lead, supporting the Director and his focus on strategy, department direction, and stakeholder engagement. The position will oversee the Deputy Directors leading the operational divisions of: Project Planning, Land Development, Building Services, Code Compliance, Support (finance & administration) and I.T./ G.I.S.

As the Assistant Director, you will assist in providing leadership and oversight to a department with 318 employees and a budget of $58 million dedicated to serving the public.

The position will also be responsible for the following duties:

• Assists in planning, directing, coordinating, and evaluating the activities of the Department.
• Assists in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of policies and programs.
• Advises the Director on policy and program development.
• Identifies problems and formulates appropriate solutions.
• Participates in programs and activities that promote workplace diversity and a positive employee relations environment.
• Presents reports, recommendations, and information to the Board of Supervisors and other citizen/community groups.
• Assists in developing the department's annual budget, and monitors revenue and expenditure transactions.
• Serves as the liaison with public and private agencies, and provides information to County departments, the public, and agency representatives on departmental initiative activities.
• Supervises subordinate staff.

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The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for the Assistant Director, Planning & Development Services will thrive in a fast-paced, high-profile, and dynamic environment and possesses a strong leadership background in planning programs, including leading teams responsible for administration, budget and human resources, and community engagement.

Minimum Requirements

A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university or a certified foreign studies equivalency AND five years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the classification. Experience must include four years of management level experience and at least one year of supervision.

Note: A master's or doctoral degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency, may substitute for up to one (1) year of the required experience.