Director of Community Development
FULL-TIME, 37.5 HOURS PER WEEK FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT
AFFILIATION: NON-AFFILIATED ANNUAL SALARY: $110,000-$128,000
ABOUT THE ROLE: The Town of Salem is seeking an experienced and innovative leader to join the Community Development team and serve as its Director of Community Development. This position serves as the Town's principal administrator responsible for planning, land use, building services, and community development initiatives.
ACCOUNTABILITY: Reports directly to and is accountable to the Assistant Town Manager
DUTIES:
- Direct, manage, and supervise the operations of the Community Development Department, including the Planning and Inspectional Services Divisions.
- Oversee administration of the Town's zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations, site plan review regulations, and other land use ordinances and ensure timely review of development applications.
- Promote economic development initiatives that strengthen the local economy while protecting community character.
- Pursue grant funding and oversee grant administration for planning and community development projects.
- Develop partnerships with local businesses, nonprofit organizations, developers, and regional agencies.
- Direct and oversee the administration and enforcement of state building codes, local building regulations, and applicable life safety requirements.
- Supervise building inspectors, administrative staff and other assigned personnel.
- Ensure timely review and issuance of building permits, certificates of occupancy, and related approvals.
- Develop policies and procedures to improve permitting, inspections, and customer service.
- Coordinate building code enforcement activities with the Fire Department, Municipal Services, and other departments as appropriate.
- Oversee the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Manager.
- Coordinates the development of the Capital Improvement budget with the Finance Director, Assistant Town Manager, and other stakeholders.
- Develop departmental goals, policies, procedures, and performance measures.
- Prepare and administer the department's annual operating and capital budgets
REQUIREMENTS: (below is a summary, please see job description for full details.)
- Bachelor's degree in Planning, Public Administration, Community Development, Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a closely related field.
- Seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal planning, community development, building services, or local government administration, including supervisory experience.
- Preferred Qualifications: American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification, Building Official certification or experience managing building code enforcement operations.
For full details of requirements and other considerations, please see the full job description.
What We Offer:
Benefits are provided by the Town and described in the Non-Affiliated Employees Benefit Guide, and including the following:
- Annual paid time off - Up to 30 days of PTO (monthly accrual of 18.75 hours); 12 holidays and 2 ½ days (Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve).
- Health, and Vision Insurance HSA with 91% Employer contribution to premiums
- Dental Insurance
- New Hampshire Retirement System - Defined benefit pension plan
- STD, LTD, and Life Insurance
If you already have qualifying insurance, the Town will pay the employee $5,000 annually to waive coverage.
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates must complete a Town of Salem Employment Application and submit a resume and cover letter. Please follow this link to apply on our website. Applications will be held in confidence. Candidates will be rated based on education, assessment, training, and experience related to the job requirements. Please provide complete and accurate educational and employment information. Pre-employment testing includes educational and criminal background checks.
Closing Date: open until filled.
All applications for this position will be held in confidence.
The Town of Salem is an equal opportunity employer.