Community Development Director - Full-time

Town of Milford, NH Community

Development Director

The Town of Milford, is seeking a highly-qualified individual to fill the position of Community Development Director.

We are looking for someone who can perform skilled, specialized, professional activities on behalf of the Board of Selectmen and the Planning Board relating to the formulation of broad municipal growth policy; preparation of long-range planning programs for the community; analysis and synthesis of complex planning data; management of special projects as assigned by the Town Administrator; directing economic and community development activities; and supervision and direction of the development, review, permitting, and compliance processes of land use and building applications in accordance with Town rules and regulations. This individual will work under the general administrative supervision of, and is accountable to the Town Administrator.

QUALIFICATIONS : Ideally, the candidate should have a bachelor's degree in municipal / urban planning, economic development, public administration or related field (Master's degree in related field preferable); a minimum of 4-5 years of progressively responsible management experience related to public planning and development; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the necessary knowledge.

REQUIRES : A comprehensive knowledge of the principles of planning, zoning and community development; Experience in a technical discipline such as engineering or architecture; Four to five years of experience or any combination of education and experience.

WAGES : The position is a Grade 26 on the Town's wage scale. This is a salary exempt position with a wage range of $93,000 - $98,000 annually. Wages commensurate with experience and qualifications. A complete job description and Town application are available on the Town's web page at www.milford.nh.gov or contact the H.R. Department at (603) 249-0605.

WORK SCHEDULE : Town Hall business hours are 8 : 00 - 4 : 30 Monday through Friday, but there is some flexibility. Occasional attendance at evening BOS meetings during the year, as well as other occasional evening meetings. Attendance at a Saturday BOS / BAC meeting and at Deliberative Session is required.

BENEFITS : Includes 3 weeks vacation, 3 days personal, 12 holidays, 8 sick days (leave benefits prorated the first year); NHRS pension; Town paid STD and Life (1x / 2x salary); medical / dental, vision and more. Medical options : 3 HMO plans. One with 85 / 15 premium split, one Limited Provider plan with 100% of the premium paid and one High Deductible HSA plan with 100% of the premium paid. If opting out of health insurance (requires proof of coverage on another group plan, we provide opt out amount of $4,714.56 annually (single, 2per or family) ($196.44 / pay period).

TO APPLY : The initial deadline for submission of applications is close of business on Friday, Feb 28, 2025. Interviews will be on-going until finding a suitable candidate. Please forward cover letter with anticipated salary requirements, Town application, 2 letters of reference and resume to :

Human Resource Department

Town Hall - 1 Union Square

Milford, NH 03055-4240

Or apply on-line at

The Town of Milford is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary : $93,000 - $98,000