Hourly Salary: $ 70,350 - $82,000 (DOQ)
*New employees typically start at the lower end of the pay range
Full-time, Exempt Position with benefits
Office Hours: Mondays – Fridays, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Village Manager, the CDD will direct, plan, manage, and oversee all activities (and associated contractors) related to the Village’s growth and development. To include comprehensive community planning, zoning, code compliance, building & safety, community preservation, workforce development, entrepreneurship development, and business recruitment, expansion, and retention.
Select Duties and Responsibilities
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Strategic planning and overall management of the various functions under the CD office
- Hiring and supervision of staff and contractors, including Code Compliance and Building Inspections
- Prepare and manage the department budget
- Coordinate and oversee all economic development programs on behalf of the Village
- Develop and nurture relationships with developers, realtors, trade associations, county, state, and other local government officials, banking, financial, community, and business leaders
- Assist in policy research, development, and decision making
- Liaise with other Village departments, outside agencies, and community groups to explain and discuss various aspects of the department’s functions
- Attend and conduct public meetings, presentations, hearings, media events, and advisory committees to obtain a public response and explain Village policies, codes, regulations, and projects
- Represent the Village on the city, state, local, and professional boards, and associations
- Compile and maintain databases and relevant planning and economic information regarding housing, industrial, and commercial development activities
- Prepare, negotiate, and administer contracts and agreements
- Coordinates assigned activities with other departments
- Other duties may be required and assigned
Requirements and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a business, public administration, urban planning, economics,finance, or economic development field; Master’s degree preferred
- Minimum of five years of substantial experience in planning, economic and/or community development
- Knowledge of municipal government structure, operations, services, and activities
- Experience directly managing projects and people
- Strong and effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to make presentations
- Strong interpersonal, management, and leadership skills
- EDC or AICP certification desired
- Knowledgeable of typical office software and computer systems
- Valid Florida driver’s license
Application Process
Interested persons should submit an employment application located at the bottom of this page to jnorris [at] indiantownfl.gov ().
Indiantown Village is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, marital status, family status, or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services.