2024-A Planning and Development Director (12/2024)

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for directing the city's planning, zoning, and development functions. Job duties consist of varied management, supervisory, and professional planning duties. Successful performance contributes to positive city growth and to the enforcement of city codes and ordinances. FLSA status is Exempt.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or logical assignments for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Specific duties listed may not be required for all positions in this classification, but are determined by the normal requirements for this particular position.

PLANNING AND ENFORCEMENT DUTIES (35%)
Plans and directs the city's planning and zoning operations.
Maintains and administers the city's zoning ordinances, subdivision regulations, flood damage prevention ordinance, and other related development regulations.
Ensures the enforcement of relevant codes and ordinances.
Directs the issuance of permits.
Serves on related boards.
Coordinates the development and administration of the Comprehensive Master Plan and of long- and short-term plans.
Serves as the city's floodplain administrator. (Prattville is a Class 8 CRS Community).

PERSONNEL & OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT (25%)
Trains, assigns, directs, supervises, evaluates and participates in the hiring and discipline process of department personnel.
Reviews and approves payroll and leave requests.
Assists other departments.
Prepares and administers the annual department budget.
Prepares and completes required reports.
Develops and implements policies and procedures.
Supervises the GIS Coordinator and various geographic information and mapping functions.
Supervises the Building Official.
Ensures compliance with rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Advises and provides staff support to Board of Zoning Adjustment, Planning Commission, and the Historic Preservation Commission, and other related boards.

REGULATION RESPONSIBILITIES (20%)
Assists with subdivision designs and reviews.
Handles zoning changes.
Interprets codes and regulations.
Coordinates plan review process among the various development related departments and staff.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT DUTIES (10%)
Solicits, prepares and presents capital improvement plans to the Mayor.
Prepares preliminary cost estimates for projects.

OTHER RELATED DUTIES (10%)
May research, manage, monitor, assist, and report on federal and state grants.
Attends department head, council and other meetings as needed or required.
Performs other duties as assigned or needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors' Degree in Environmental Studies, Urban Planning, Architecture, Public Administration or a related field from an accredited institution is required.
Master's Degree with a strong foundation in Urban Planning from an accredited institution, preferred.
Five (5) years' of progressively responsible experience in a related field preferably in a municipal government.
Certified by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP).
Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) preferred.
Two (2) years' of supervisory experience.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following requirements are normal for this classification. Specific requirements may not apply to all positions within this classification but are determined by the normal requirements for the particular position. The following list was developed through job analysis; however, it is not exhaustive and other duties may be required and assigned.

Job duties are typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. Employees occasionally lift light objects, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.
Job duties are typically performed in an office and outdoors, occasionally in extreme or inclement weather. Employees may be exposed to dust, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts.
Job duties require the ability to deal with and relate to people beyond giving and receiving instructions.
Job duties require the ability to talk, express, or exchange ideas by means of spoken words and/or hear and perceive the nature of sounds by ear.
Job candidates must be able to adapt to and perform under moderate stress.
Job duties require regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

City of Prattville employees are required to obtain knowledge of the City of Prattville Policies and Procedures, and knowledge of their specific department rules, policies, and procedures. This job description does not necessarily include all the duties which may be required of individual employees in the classification. Job descriptions may be revised as needed.

Knowledge of city and department policies and procedures.

Knowledge of state and federal regulations and standards for public works infrastructure design.

Knowledge of planning and zoning theories, principles, and practices.

Knowledge of land use, zoning, and subdivision laws and regulations.

Knowledge of city ordinances and codes.

Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.

Knowledge of personnel and budget management principles.

Skill in prioritizing and planning while managing multiple projects.

Skill in using independent judgment and discretion.

Skill in prioritizing, scheduling, and delegating assignments.

Skill in reading plans.

Skill in interpreting ordinances and laws.

Skill in oral and written communication.

Skill in working under pressure and meeting deadlines.

Skill in problem-solving.

Skill in management and supervision

Skill in interpersonal relations.

Ability to interpret plans, proposals, reports, and maps.

Ability to establish credibility in the area of expertise.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

Must provide proof of your legal right to work in the United States.

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license

Willing to work on-call.

Willing to cooperate with the workload of the department.

Willing to attend continuing education courses.

Willing to travel.

Willing to comply with City of Prattville rules and regulations.

Must submit to drug screenings for this safety sensitive position.

Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.

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