Cache County, Utah is looking for a Director to join its Development Services Department!

The Position:

This is a position that will plan, direct, and oversee the management of the operations and employees of the department including the development of department vision and policies. This duty includes, but is not limited to, land use authority for land use actions as legislated by the County Council, interdepartmental communication and collaboration, thorough knowledge of legal system and procedures affecting planning, zoning, and related operations of the county; principles and practices related to local government planning and zoning, economics, sociology, and community organization as applied to urban planning. Please see the job description for a detailed listing of duties.

Education and Experience:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited university with a Master's Degree in Urban or Rural Planning, Public Administration, or a closely related field; AND
• Eight years of progressively responsible experience performing above or related duties, two years of which must have been in a lead or supervisory capacity; OR
• an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications:

• Must maintain membership in the American Planning Association (APA);
• AICP Certification (or the ability to obtain certification within one year of employment); and
• must possess a valid driver's license.

Ideal Candidate:

In addition to the above requirements, the successful candidate will possess the following: Practice positive working relationships and collaboration with fellow employees, elected officials, other departments, agencies, and the public; Be accountable to the department and fellow employees; valuing integrity, open communication, and professionalism in all interactions; Exercise initiative, independent judgment, and act resourcefully under varying conditions; Oversee the three division leads that manage the Building, GIS, and Planning and Zoning Divisions, and in coordination with the three division leads, develop department long-range strategic priorities, guidelines, deadlines, and implement annual action plans; Provide direction and oversight or the management of division-related planning and zoning issues; and Direct the development of applicable ordinances, permitting processes, public service provision, and related items.

This is a full-time benefitted exempt position generally working Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

More information can be found at: https://cachecounty.applicantpro.com/jobs/2416561.html

Interested candidates must complete an application on the Cache County Website, https://cachecounty.applicantpro.com/jobs/

Please contact Amy Adams with any questions amy.adams@PROTECTED