Under
administrative direction, assists in the organization, operation and
administration of the San Joaquin County Community Development Department by performing
highly responsible administrative and managerial work related to planning,
zoning, building inspection, code enforcement, redevelopment, community
development block grant programs, and other related functions; and does related
or other work as required.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
The
Assistant Director of Community Development is a single position, at-will class
that is exempt from the San Joaquin County Civil Service system. The incumbent reports to the Director of
Community Development and serves as the assistant department head, acting in the
absence of the Director as required. The
incumbent performs senior-level managerial duties in order to assist with the
administration of department budgets, functions, and activities, while helping
to ensure their compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, as well as
the policies established by the Director, the County Administrator, and the
Board of Supervisors. The incumbent is
expected to model a strong work ethic and leadership skills, including
accountability for oneself and others.
TYPICAL DUTIES
This specification is a general guideline for the class. The statements below are not restrictive and the responsibilities and duties assigned to a position in this class may expand beyond those identified in the specification.
Assists in planning, organizing and directing the activities, functions, budgets, and programs within the Community Development Department; develops and recommends operational objectives; directs operations to maximize efficiency, improve service levels, reduce administrative and service provision costs, and ensure effective utilization of available resources; exercises good judgment and makes sound business decisions in managing assigned activities; provides strategic leadership through communication, demonstration, and accomplishment of the organizational mission, vision and values.
Recommends, implements and revises work systems and procedures; recommends standards of performance; advises department staff on more difficult or complex problems; may assist staff with, or participate in, the most difficult activities, particularly in the areas of planning, zoning, and grant development.
Assists with the development and implementation of quality control and quality improvement programs and initiatives; analyzes and monitors performance indicators and ensures that assigned operations meet established standards; recommends process improvements to ensure operational effectiveness and superior customer service.
Directs the activities of assigned staff through subordinate managers and supervisors; selects staff and evaluates performance; reviews and takes action on disciplinary matters; directs staff training and development.
Assists with the establishment of departmental policies and procedures; ensures that assigned operations are in compliance with established policies, procedures, rules and regulations; analyzes and interprets existing and proposed federal, state, and local legislation, policies, procedures and other directives to determine impact on operations.
Directs and/or assists with the preparation, presentation, and administration of departmental budgets; analyzes fiscal information and recommends cost-efficiency options; develops and recommends budgetary controls.
Seeks grant opportunities, helps design grant plans, writes grant proposals, and implements/monitors grant projects.
Assists with the effective development and utilization of technology to improve departmental systems and processes.
Analyzes and summarizes complex narrative information and statistical data; prepares or supervises the preparation of reports, records, and correspondence for department and/or county management, as well as for federal, state, or other external agencies; prepares Board of Supervisors’ reports and related documents; makes presentations to groups and individuals, including boards and commissions.
Develops and maintains cooperative and collaborative working relationships and may represent the Community Development Department to federal, state, and county officials, other counties, community groups, and the public; meets and confers with various agents to negotiate effective solutions to difficult problems; coordinates the provision of departmental services as assigned.
Attends meetings and conferences; participates on committees and task forces pertaining to issues germane to the department; acts in the absence of the Director of Community Development.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in urban or regional planning, public or business administration, architecture, engineering, or a related field.
Experience: Five years of public sector, development services-related management work, including at least three years in urban or regional planning.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
License: Possession of a valid California driver’s license.
KNOWLEDGE
Principles
and effective practices of public administration, including organization,
fiscal management, personnel management, and staff supervision; principles,
practices, procedures, organization, and operation of a county community
development department, including
planning, zoning, building inspection, code enforcement, redevelopment, and
community development block grant programs; basic principles of economics,
sociology and architecture; budget preparation and implementation; applicable
local, state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to community development
services; resources available for the investigation, determination, and
resolution of development-related problems; short- and long-range planning
methods; project management; customer service; modern
office automation technology and software relevant to community development
operations.
ABILITY
Assist
with planning, assigning and directing the staff and activities of complex community
development services programs in a cost-effective manner while ensuring
excellent customer service; provide appropriate and effective leadership and
management of diverse staff teams, including subordinate managers and
supervisors; work collaboratively with staff, other departments and pertinent
stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes; exercise good judgment and make
sound managerial decisions; exercise analytical and critical thinking to
evaluate complex problems and recommend appropriate solutions; understand,
interpret and apply complex rules and regulations pertaining to assigned
operations; analyze and implement program mandates and work within federal,
state, or other types of regulatory systems; formulate and present short- and
long-range plans; appear before and/or conduct public meetings; recommend the
development and utilization of effective automated systems; prepare and
administer annual budgets and financial/statistical records; communicate
effectively, both orally and in writing; make presentations to various groups
and individuals, including the County Board of Supervisors, as assigned; maintain
effective working relationships with others, including the general public,
department staff, advocacy groups, and other departments and agencies both
internal and external to San Joaquin County government.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Mobility—operation of a data entry device; repetitive
motion; sitting, standing, walking for extended periods of time; driving;
occasional pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing; Lifting—frequently 5
pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 30 pounds; Visual—constant good
overall vision and reading/close-up work; read computer screens; frequent color
perception and use of eye/hand coordination; occasional use of depth perception
and peripheral vision; Dexterity—reaching; grasping; repetitive
motion; writing; Hearing/Talking—frequent hearing of normal speech,
hearing/talking on the telephone, talking in person; Emotional/Psychological—frequent
decision-making, concentration, and public contact; public speaking; deal with
emergency situations; occasional exposure to trauma, grief, death; heights;
occasional exposure to hazardous materials; Special Requirements—may occasionally
require working weekends and nights or working alone; Environmental—occasionally may
require working outdoors in varied weather conditions and/or poor ventilation.
San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
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