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Director of Economic Development, Wheeling, IL (pop. 38,878).   Incorporated in 1894, and 27 miles northwest of Chicago, the Village of Wheeling originated as an overnight rest stop for travelers journeying from Chicago to the Wisconsin Territory. The inns, taverns, and eateries established in the 1830’s developed into Wheeling’s Restaurant Row. In step with the growth of Metro Chicago, Wheeling emerged as a center for industry and commerce. Today, Wheeling residents and business owners enjoy the vibrant neighborhoods, public amenities, and community spirit fostered by this rich heritage. The Village seeks an economic development leader prepared to meet the demands of a community undergoing significant redevelopment and revitalization , an individual with initiative, creativity, and a proven track-record of retaining, expanding and recruiting businesses. The Director of Economic Development position offers the ideal candidate the chance to build on and deliver the...

Westmont, Ill (pop. 24,429) The Village of Westmont is seeking an innovative and strategic leader to serve as its next Community Development Director. Successful candidates will possess excellent communication skills and a team-oriented management style as well as have a demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong partnerships with both business and community leaders.  Westmont is a proud middle class and volunteer driven community that has an amazing relationship with neighboring communities, libraries, and park districts. Westmont is a contributing member of DuPage County and the Chicago metropolitan region. The Chicago Loop is only eighteen miles to the east and a very short drive of just twenty-five minutes to Chicago O’Hare International Airport. Westmont and the DuPage County Region are home to the DuPage Airport, Benedictine University, College of DuPage, DeVry University, and Elmhurst College. Westmont and DuPage County provide over 50 golf courses and more...

The City of Eugene Community Development Division has an opening for a full-time   Affordable Housing   Preservation Analyst .  This position reports to the Community Development Block Grant Programs Manager and manages all aspects of the Affordable Housing Rehabilitation Loan program, preserving housing, along with the Service Provider Facility Improvements (SPFI) program, improving spaces where community members receive social services. These programs utilize federal Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Community Development Block Grant funds (CDBG), benefiting low- and moderate-income households.   Are you a positive, productive, and collaborative individual with excellent customer service skills and a passion for research and highly detailed work? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment? Are you committed to helping implement programs that improve human services facilities in  our community, and development and rehabilitation of affordable housing? If so, we...

In a lead capacity as a Housing Coordinator and Administrator, manages contracts and staff and performs professional support operations for a Continuum of Care; In a lead capacity, and as a subject matter expert, perform advanced and complicated professional program and project development, management and implementation work as an experienced individual to coordinate efforts for the division’s federally funded Continuum of Care (CoC). This position will focus efforts in ending homelessness and more effectively addressing the need of homeless communities. This will include grant research, writing and award management, program/project management, as well as coalition creation and facilitation.  Minimum Education and Experience:   Equivalent to an associate degree, prefer a minimum of an bachelor’s degree; three years of professional organizational experience and five years of progressive responsibility, or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which...

THE POSITION Are you an innovative leader? We would like you to join our team as the   Capital Project Services Division Manager . The Capital Project Services Division Manager is a member of the   Department of Land Use & Transportation's executive leadership team   and oversees a large complex transportation capital improvement program and a professional and administrative team of 47 employees.   Why Join Washington County's Department of Land Use & Transportation? Washington County is home to a unique combination of vibrant urban areas and tranquil, picturesque farms and vineyards. Located on the western edge of Portland, Washington County is the second largest and among the fastest growing counties in Oregon, encompassing 727 square miles and a population of more than 600,000. The county includes 13 incorporated cities, including Hillsboro, Beaverton, Tigard, Tualatin, and Forest Grove, as well as a large urban unincorporated population and a large rural area....

OVERVIEW The Beaverton Downtown Association (BDA) is a nonprofit organization that promotes and supports Downtown Beaverton’s economic, social, and creative vitality through community-driven projects and programs.   The BDA seeks a dynamic, motivated Executive Director (ED) to lead the organization’s work promoting Downtown Beaverton and building a thriving downtown stakeholder base.   Our current organization has over 50 active volunteers producing eight to ten events per year that highlight downtown Beaverton and connect the downtown community. The ED reports to the BDA’s board of directors, and is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the daily activities and operations of the BDA, including involvement in the Oregon and National Main Street Programs, and within the scope of priorities set by the board.   The ED represents the BDA on a local and national level and is expected to develop strong working partnerships with other community organizations,...

The City of Mountain View (pop. 83,864) is regarded as one of the safest and best places to live and work in the Bay Area. Reporting to the Assistant Director for Planning and Zoning, this position is one of two Deputy Zoning Administrators and is primarily focused on daily team operations and leading interdepartmental teams in the development review process.   The successful candidate will have an interest in doing innovative and career enhancing work and thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This action-oriented planning professional will be a self-starter who embraces opportunities to assist or lead process improvements to procedures or systems. The ideal candidate will have strong technical planning knowledge, excellent judgment, organizational, and decision-making skills.   Successful candidates will have four years of professional planning experience with at least one year performing duties comparable to a Senior Planner in Mountain View....

The City of Warrenville, IL is seeking qualified candidates for the position of full-time Community and Economic Development Director.  Under the general direction of the City Administrator, this position is responsible for leading, directing, and coordinating all activities of the Community Development Department, including supervising and mentoring staff, setting department goals, and coordinating the preparation and administration of the department’s annual work program and budget, . The department’s major functional areas include current and long range planning, zoning administration, land development oversight, geographic information system management, economic development, stormwater and floodplain management, building permit processing, and building and code enforcement responsibilities.   The Director provides professional and strategic recommendations to the City Administrator, Plan Commission/ZBA, Community Development Committee, and the Mayor and City Council....

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF: Community Planner (Community Development)   Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.  Interviews will be conducted as applications are received.  This position will remain open until filled.   STARTING SALARY RANGE:   $80,997.00 - $90,111.00 annually dependent on qualifications. The salary range for this position is $80,997.00 - $117,454.00.   Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents verifying that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.   JOB SUMMARY: This position performs duties of considerable difficulty related to the analysis of and reports about development proposals; assists with the preparation and implementation of long range comprehensive planning projects; prepares amendments to village code and ordinances; provides technical advice and assistance to other staff, departments, boards and commissions, and the...

The Community Development and Public Works Departments are each seeking a Business Manager   Why Join the City of San Mateo? Our organization has a culture of innovation, collaboration, and strong customer service, with talented professionals providing high-quality service to the San Mateo community in a dynamic, fast paced, and goal-oriented work environment.   Collaboration, innovation, thoughtfulness, leadership, continuous learning, and adaptability are attributes and competencies that we are seeking in candidates for Business Manager. A Business Manager plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates the activities of the administrative division within their assigned department, including finance and budget administration, inter-divisional projects and operations, and grant administration; coordinates department administrative and project activities with other divisions and departments; and provides highly complex staff assistance to their department...

Development Services Director City of Colton, California   Are you creative, collaborative, and passionate about public service and planning?  Looking to join a cohesive team of close-knit colleagues with well-run departments?  Or attend City Council meetings that often last for less than two hours?   If so, this opportunity may be perfect for you!  Please consider applying.   The City of Colton, California is known for its focus on high quality of living, education, job creation, community health, public safety, housing, retail, recreation, arts and culture, and infrastructure for sustainable development. The Council and Executive Team have worked hard to create and maintain the City as one of the best places in Southern California to work, live, and enjoy life . The Director over sees ten dedicated staff who constitute Planning, Building & Safety, and Business Licensing.  A Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, environmental studies,...

The City of Yakima needs a supervisor experienced in grants and funding from the US Housing and Urban Development (HUD) related to Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) and HOME funds to oversee program administration and compliance.   Boasting an average 300 days of sunshine a year, Yakima is a medium sized city located east of the Cascades, only a few hours from Seattle. Yakima offers easy access to outdoor activities such as skiing, hiking, fishing, boating and many other activities nearby.   MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university and (5) years of progressively responsible work experience in the administration of federally funded or other grant program with an emphasis on state and/or federal community development and experience with federal Housing and Urban Development (HUD) guidelines.  Previous lead or supervisory experience is preferred. Two (2) years additional experience with HUD...

Who We Are Serving rural Oregon for over 29 years, the University of Oregon's  Resource Assistance for Rural Environments (RARE) AmeriCorps Program  places the next generation of change-makers with host organizations across the state to take on meaningful and catalytic placed-based projects, all with the focus of increasing the vitality and vibrancy of communities we serve. We offer a unique opportunity to connect the community and economic development needs of rural Oregon communities with the personal and professional development aspirations of the next generation. Using a tried-and-true model for engagement, we provide a topnotch service-learning experience while delivering resources, expertise, and critical capacity to rural Oregon. Our goal is to ensure a mutually beneficial experience for our RARE AmeriCorps members and rural communities we serve. What We’re Looking For We are looking for enthusiastic candidates with a strong desire to utilize and develop...

  Community Development Director City of San Luis Obispo, CA   San Luis Obispo (SLO) sits at the heart of California’s majestic Central Coast, midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, and covers 13.6 square miles nestled within a backdrop of rolling hills.  Home to 47,000 residents, SLO represents a community that is committed to being a place where all people feel valued, respected, and that they belong.   The City of San Luis Obispo is seeking a visionary and strategic thinker with outstanding communication and customer services skills to be their next Community Development Director.  The Community Development Director serves as a visible external ambassador, interacting with residents, businesses, developers, community groups, City Council, Commissioners/Committee members and their fellow City staff members.  This individual will have a proven track record of positive community relations; be an innovative and intuitive leader with the...

Under general supervision of the Community Development Director, performs a variety of professional and complex administrative, technical and supervisory duties for current and/or long-range planning projects of the City, which require analysis of complex issues, program administration and coordination with internal and external departments and agencies, working with the general public and providing responsible staff support. Supports the development review process, code compliance, comprehensive planning, code development and amendments, mandated state deadlines, and reporting.   Open until filled. FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS 3/22/23 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provides supervision of planning division including resolution of personnel issues in coordination with the Director, assigns work to staff, ensures appropriate training is provided, and consults the Director on planning-related matters as necessary. Oversees and participates in current planning...