Director of Community Development

This search is being managed exclusively by Mosaic Public Partners. Qualified candidates are invited to contact Greg Nelson at greg@mosaicpublic.com or 916.581.1426.

OPEN EXAMINATION - ONE-YEAR PROBATIONARY PERIOD

Job Description: Under the direction of the City Manager, this executive-level position plans, manages and directs the functions, activities and programs of the Community Development Department, which include Planning – current, long-range, comprehensive and mobility, historic preservation, urban design and design review; Building and Safety – permit services administration; Neighborhood Services –  licensing, code compliance/enforcement, education/outreach, and graffiti removal; Economic Development; and Housing – homeless services. This position also provides staff support to several Council-appointed Commissions and Committees.

Common Responsibilities:

In the City of Glendale, all positions are responsible for excellent performance in the following areas:

	Skills and Abilities
Customer Service	Provide exceptional customer service to all employees, customers, vendors and other City departments.
Ethics	Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.
Performance	Develop necessary skills from on-the-job training and meet standards of performance for the classification by the end of the probationary period. Work the necessary hours and times, including overtime as authorized for non-management staff, to complete goals, tasks, and objectives.
Safety	Ensure the duties of the position are performed in a safe and efficient manner. Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.
Teamwork	Foster a teamwork environment. Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Communications	Give and receive direction in English. Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
Equipment	Operate or use all position-related software, equipment and tools effectively and safely.
Cyber Security	Actively participate in maintaining a secure computing environment by adhering to and implementing City cybersecurity policies, procedures, and best practices. This includes understanding common cyber threats such as phishing and malware, and promptly reporting suspicious activities.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

An equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in City or Urban Planning, Architecture, Engineering, Economics, Public or Business Administration or a related field is required.

A Master’s Degree in a related field is highly desirable.  

Experience:

Ten years of comprehensive management-level experience in one or more of the following areas: municipal planning; community development, economic development, redevelopment; building and safety; or housing. This experience must include two years as a department or section head over a complex organization.

Transportation:

A valid California Class C Driver’s License is required.

Click here to view the complete class specification outlining all job duties and requirements:

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed indoors in an office setting.

Work is primarily performed Monday to Friday during regular office hours.

Evening work may be required.

Weekend or holiday work may be required.

Emergency response may be required 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Note

An equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Exceptional Customer Service Policy
The City of Glendale values quality customer service and takes pride in the exceptional service provided by every employee. As a part of the Glendale team, we are dedicated to delivering courteous, considerate, and personalized attention to our diverse community and to one another.  

Please click on the link to read the Exceptional Customer Service Policy.

APPLICATION EVALUATION:

The evaluation will consist of a review of each candidate’s qualifications including professional experience, education, certifications and other suitable training, based on submitted materials, necessary to determine the most highly qualified and suitable candidates for this position. The recommended group of finalists will participate in the two Oral Assessment Panels, which will consist of the following:

ORAL ASSESSMENT PANELS: To evaluate the candidates' qualifications, professional accomplishments, goals, leadership abilities, and compatibility in this position.

*Professional Panel Interview (50%) - The Panel will consist of Community Development and Management professionals from other jurisdictions.

*Community/Internal Panel Interview (50%) -The Community/Internal Panel will consist of active and prominent members of the community, City of Glendale Executives and Upper Management employees, as well as Employee Association representatives.

Candidates must pass each exam component with a minimum passing score of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list.

The City of Glendale reserves the right to modify the above stated examination components and/or weights. Should this be necessary, the candidates will be notified of the specific examination components and weights prior to the administration of any examination. The selected candidate will be subjected to a comprehensive background investigation, including Livescan fingerprinting.

TIME AND PLACE OF THE EXAMINATIONWILL BE ANNOUNCED.

The City of Glendale conforms with State and Federal obligations to make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. The Human Resources Department asks that it be advised of special needs at least five days prior to the first test part so that a reasonable accommodation may be made. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Glendale requires that all new employees provide documentation to establish both work authorization and identity.

Salary : $15,529 - $21,162