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Community Development Director

American Planning Association - Wisconsin Chapter
Perry, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/10/2026
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Community Development Director

City of Perry

Perry, GA United States

How to Apply

URL: https://zurl.to/oJUo?source=CareerSite

Job Description

The Community Development Director in Perry, GA is a key position in this growing community.This individual plans, directs, manages, and oversees the operations of the Community Development department which includes planning and zoning, permitting, code enforcement, inspections coordination, engineering services, infrastructures development review, GIS oversight, and related community improvement initiatives.

The Community Development Director provides strategic leadership for the City's planning, development, redevelopment, and growth management initiatives while ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Serving as a trusted advisor to the Mayor, City Council, and City Manager, the Director guides implementation of the City's Comprehensive Plan and oversees administration of the Perry Land Management Ordinance (PLMO) and Future Land Use Map (FLUM) to support responsible, sustainable growth.

The Director oversees planning and zoning, permitting, inspections, code enforcement, development review, and GIS operations while managing the department's budget, capital projects, grants, and community development initiatives. The position also provides professional support to the Planning and Historic Commission and other assigned boards and committees.

A collaborative and forward-thinking leader, the Director builds strong relationships with residents, developers, business owners, contractors, elected officials, and community stakeholders. The position supervises and develops department staff, promotes operational excellence and accountability, and ensures the delivery of high-quality, customer-focused community development services that align with the City's long-term vision.

Salary Range

$102,700 - $142,200

Application Process

For more information on this position, including supplementary documents and resources, visit the recruitment webpage at:

https://sumterlocalgovconsulting.com/recruitments/community-development-director-perry-ga/

The first round of resume reviews will take place on July 31, 2026.

Please refrain from contacting the City of Perry’s staff or elected officials. Please direct inquiries to Sumter Consulting.

Please contact the Executive Recruiter with any questions or concerns:

Gary LaVenia

Email: gary@sumterconsulting.com

Phone: 352-255-7014

Website: www.sumterlocalgovconsulting.com

Experience Level

AICP Level

Specialty

Salary Range

Experience Level

Mid II (4-8 years)

AICP Level

Preferred

Specialty

Community or Neighborhood Development

Salary Range

$102,000 - $142,000

Contact Information

Gary La Venia

Employer URL

https://sumterlocalgovconsulting.com

Phone

352-255-7014

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Community Development Director

City of Perry

Perry, GA United States

How to Apply

URL: https://zurl.to/oJUo?source=CareerSite

Preferred

Specialty

Community or Neighborhood Development

Salary Range

$102,000 - $142,000

Contact Information

Gary La Venia

Employer URL

https://sumterlocalgovconsulting.com

Phone

352-255-7014

Job Description

The Community Development Director in Perry, GA is a key position in this growing community.This individual plans, directs, manages, and oversees the operations of the Community Development department which includes planning and zoning, permitting, code enforcement, inspections coordination, engineering services, infrastructures development review, GIS oversight, and related community improvement initiatives.

The Community Development Director provides strategic leadership for the City's planning, development, redevelopment, and growth management initiatives while ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Serving as a trusted advisor to the Mayor, City Council, and City Manager, the Director guides implementation of the City's Comprehensive Plan and oversees administration of the Perry Land Management Ordinance (PLMO) and Future Land Use Map (FLUM) to support responsible, sustainable growth.

The Director oversees planning and zoning, permitting, inspections, code enforcement, development review, and GIS operations while managing the department's budget, capital projects, grants, and community development initiatives. The position also provides professional support to the Planning and Historic Commission and other assigned boards and committees.

A collaborative and forward-thinking leader, the Director builds strong relationships with residents, developers, business owners, contractors, elected officials, and community stakeholders. The position supervises and develops department staff, promotes operational excellence and accountability, and ensures the delivery of high-quality, customer-focused community development services that align with the City's long-term vision.

Salary Range

$102,700 - $142,200

Application Process

For more information on this position, including supplementary documents and resources, visit the recruitment webpage at:

https://sumterlocalgovconsulting.com/recruitments/community-development-director-perry-ga/

The first round of resume reviews will take place on July 31, 2026.

Please refrain from contacting the City of Perry’s staff or elected officials. Please direct inquiries to Sumter Consulting.

Please contact the Executive Recruiter with any questions or concerns:

Gary LaVenia

Email: gary@sumterconsulting.com

Phone: 352-255-7014

Website: www.sumterlocalgovconsulting.com

Salary : $102,000 - $142,000

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