Division Director of Planning and Development

This position functions at a Division Director level with citywide planning policy responsibility and direct capital planning and delivery. Under direction of the City Manager oversees the functions of the Planning and Development Division, providing executive level leadership including, but not limited to, the administration and supervision as Code Administrator of the applicable City of Brownwood Code of Ordinances, Building and Standards Commission, floodplain management, Planning and Zoning, Zoning Board of Adjustments, Unified Board of Appeals, facility maintenance, right-of-way maintenance, GIS, and all related planning and development functions of the City. Oversees assigned departments by City Manager. Must be willing to adopt and exhibit the City of Brownwood I SERVE Core Values.Examples Of Specific Work Performed Perform duties as Code Administrator, i.e. interpret and act on the intent of the adopted provisions of the City code; Responsible to oversee construction permitting and inspection according to adopted codes; Develop and implement plans to properly administer department activities; Work with property owners/occupants/builders to ensure compliance with City codes; Facilitate healthy working relationships with the public, developers, and contractors; Issue notices of violations (citations) and testify in court, when required; Coordinate with other City departments regarding development, including engineering, floodplain, utilities, sanitation, streets, and BMDD; Communicate effectively by phone and in writing with property owners/occupants/builders/developers/contractors; Represent the City and give presentations of cases to the Building and Standards committee (or delegate to staff); Ensure the collection of fees for permits and fines issued by the City; Obtain and maintain license, bonds and/or insurance for regulated businesses; Will lead the creation and implementation of the Citys Unified Development Code and facilitate the adoption of Comprehensive Plan and oversee execution of all adopted plans, including the Downtown and Parks Master Plans. Responsible for the supervision, interviewing, hiring, disciplinary actions (if necessary) and evaluations of employees in this department (direct or indirect); Serve (or appoint staff) as Secretary to Zoning Board of Adjustments; Serve (or appoint staff) as Secretary on the Planning and Zoning Board; Serve on the Unified Board of Appeals; Ensure stream lined and user friendly permit and inspection process; Oversee facility maintenance activities and citywide maintenance contracts (pest control, HVAC); Other duties as assigned by the City Manager.RESPONSBILE FOR THE SUPERVISION OF: Development Services, Planning and Zoning, Code Enforcement, Engineering, Capital Projects, Master Plans, GIS, Right of Way, Facility Maintenance and other Departments or functions as assigned by City Manager.Physical And Environmental ConditionsAbility to sit, stand and drive a vehicle to and from various worksites. Employee will be exposed to seasonal temperatures while performing duties and be exposed to mechanical and chemical hazards. Ability to lift materials weighing up to 30 pounds occasionally. Ability to bend, stoop and walk over sloped and uneven terrain. Work may involve getting dirty and wet. Employee will be exposed to dirt, dust, noises, fumes, and odors. Ability to communicate in writing and verbally with the public. Ability to understand verbal and written communication. Ability to climb ladders and not have a fear of heights. Exposure varies from indoors to outdoors; pleasant to unpleasant relations with the public; may be exposed to adverse weather and moderate physical activity.Contact With OthersFrequent contact with the public, outside agencies and organizations and other City employees.