City of Hollywood, Florida · 2 days ago
Assistant Director, Development Services / Chief Planner
The City of Hollywood is one of the largest cities in Broward County, providing an innovative and collaborative work environment. The Assistant Director – Chief Planner is responsible for overseeing the City’s Planning and Urban Design Division, shaping the vision and policy for long-range planning, urban design, and land use regulation.
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Responsibilities
Provides strategic leadership and oversight of the Planning and Urban Design Division, ensuring the alignment of planning goals with City-wide strategic objectives
Supervises the Planning Manager and indirectly oversees all division staff to deliver high-quality planning services, programs, and development reviews
Leads the development, implementation, and updates of the City’s Comprehensive Plan, Citywide Master Plan, and Land Development Regulations
Advises senior City leadership and elected officials on urban design, growth management, zoning, resiliency, and land use policy issues
Oversees and ensures the integrity and effectiveness of the development review process and major strategic planning projects
Represents the Planning Division at City Commission meetings, Planning and Development Board, Historic Preservation Board, and with other agencies and stakeholders
Initiates and oversees policy research and development to ensure that planning frameworks are responsive to evolving community needs and best practices
Develops the division budget and ensures proper fiscal management in accordance with executive guidelines and City policy
Establishes partnerships with public agencies, private developers, community groups, and professional organizations to advance strategic development goals
Supports and evaluates division staff performance, promotes professional development, and fosters a high-performance team environment
Ensures departmental compliance with all applicable regulations and laws related to planning and land use
Performs other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, Public Administration, or a closely related field
Eight (8) years of progressively responsible professional planning experience, including four (4) years in a supervisory or managerial capacity
Valid Driver's License: With proof of automobile insurance
Background Check: Must have an acceptable background record
Driving Abstract: Must have an acceptable driving record
Preferred
Master's Degree in Urban Planning or a related field
AICP Certification or equivalent professional credentials
Benefits
Low cost health insurance giving you the best value - Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Plans
4-Day Work Week
Award Winning Wellness Program
Paid Time Off Program inclusive of 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation Leave, Personal Leave, and Sick Leave
Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Company
City of Hollywood, Florida
City of Hollywood, Florida offers municipal services, community development, and public records management.
Funding
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