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DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Village of Glendale Heights
Glendale, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/22/2025
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

The Village of Glendale Heights (population 33,176) is seeking an innovative, strategic, and experienced leader to serve as its next Community Development Director. The Community Development Director position is critical in advancing development strategies that align with the Village’s $77 million total budget and vision for community-centered growth.

With the recent election of a new Village President and a renewed vision for progress, Glendale Heights is entering an exciting new chapter centered on smart growth, revitalization, and community-first development. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the Village’s future by guiding transformative projects, fostering meaningful partnerships, and aligning development efforts with the values and aspirations of our diverse and dynamic community.

See the full position brochure here: DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BROCHURE

About The Role

The Community Development Director reports directly to the Village Administrator and under the broad policy guidance and direction of the Village President and Board of Trustees. The Director provides organizational leadership to a department of 13 staff members and oversees all operations within the Community Development Department, including:

  • Long-range and current planning
  • Permitting and inspections
  • Building and zoning code compliance
  • Coordination with developers, businesses, and residents

This position is a key member of the Village’s executive team who advises and collaborates with other departments, boards, commissions, community partners and the general public on professional planning and development matters. All Department Heads require appointment by the Village President and confirmation by the Village Board of Trustees. Reappointment by the Village President and confirmation occurs every four years.

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