Assistant Director of Community Development / Director of Planning

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Organization:

County of Albemarle Government 

Location:

Albemarle County, Virginia 

Job Description:

We are seeking an individual to serve the citizens of Albemarle County, Virginia as the Assistant Director of Community Development / Director of Planning who has demonstrated superior ability leading and managing organizations with comparable characteristics and qualities. Join a dedicated team of principled public servants that are committed to the high performance organization model and achieving excellence through the practice of our core values of innovation, integrity, learning, and stewardship. The Director of Planning is responsible for all aspects of planning and development review in the Department of Community Development, while also ready to act as the Director of Community Development as needed. Albemarle County has a long history of thoughtful planning, resource protection, and community engagement. The Director of Planning is at the forefront of that work and must continually strive to improve that reputation.

Minimum Qualifications:

A minimum of graduation from an accredited four year college or university with major work urban and /or regional planning, supplemented by studies in architecture, sociology and related fields.   A master's degree in urban and/or regional planning is strongly preferred.  Requires at least five years experience in professional planning and community engagement including a minimum of five years of supervisory experience.

For more information on Albemarle County and the position of Assistant Director of Community Development / Director of Planning, please see the Assistant Director of Community Development / Director of Planning Position Profile (http://www.albemarle.org/upload/images/forms_center/departments/human_resources/forms/misc/Recruiting_Director_Planning.pdf)

Compensation and Benefits:

The salary range for this position is $78,276 - $127,773 with excellent benefits including vacation and sick leave, health insurance options and VRS retirement. This is a full time, FLSA Exempt position.

How to Apply:

Apply through Albemarle County’s online application system by Friday, May 27, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. EST. Faxed and mailed applications will not be considered. Anticipated Start Date July 15, 2016.

EEO/EOE

Albemarle County boasts an excellent school system, low taxes, low crime and unemployment rates, a skilled and educated workforce, and a wealth of cultural, historic and recreational amenities. Albemarle County surrounds the City of Charlottesville and the University of Virginia

Primary Location:

Community Development

Salary Range:

$78,276.00 - $127,773.00 / Per Year, depending on education, experience and internal equity

Shift Type:

Full-Time