Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara · 1 week ago
Planning & Development Services Director
Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara is seeking an experienced and visionary Planning & Development Services Director to lead the County's planning and development initiatives. This key leadership role involves guiding departmental strategy, operations, and budgeting while driving innovation in land use, permitting, and community development.
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Responsibilities
Lead the strategic direction, performance, and fiscal management of the Planning & Development Services Department
Oversee departmental functions, including long-range planning and policy development, current planning, permitting and enforcement, natural resource planning and management
Collaborate with the County Executive, County Council, Planning Commission, and advisory committees
Drive improvements in service delivery and permitting efficiency
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Planning, or a related field
6 years progressively responsible related experience
3 years of management or supervisory experience
Preferred
Masters Degree preferred
Prior experience in construction management or private business involving interaction with government entities on matters related to land use and life-safety codes is desired
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees AND their family
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and 12 paid holidays annually. Prior related public service considered for setting accrual rate. Accrue up to 330 hours of PTO annually. Cash-out up to 40 hours over 330 maximum annually.
Lifetime pension through the Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), with joint contributions required from the employee and the County
Voluntary Deferred Compensation Retirement with County match
$50,000 Life Insurance coverage for employees
Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Personal Accident Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available for health care and/or dependent care expenses
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Additional benefit information
Company
Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara
The Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara is comprised of 7 locations in Santa Barbara, Santa Maria and Lompoc.