Email Opening Title Community Development Director  Category Community Development   Description Primary Responsibility: The Director of the Community Development department will plan, direct, manage, and oversee the activities and operations of the Community Development Department including Planning & Zoning, Code Enforcement, Building, GIS and Environmental Health needs of the county. Supervised by: County Manager Supervises: Planner 1, Building Inspector & Plans Reviewer, , Senior Planner, Code Enforcement Officer / Permit Technician FLSA Status: Exempt Salary Information: The hiring range is $95,008 - $116,385 DOQ. The salary range for the Community Development Director is $95,008 - $137,762 Main Job Duties: Administrative Duties (50%) Develops, directs, and coordinates the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the department; establishes appropriate service, and staffing levels. Manages the development and administration of the department’s annual budget; directs the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; directs the monitoring of and approves expenditures; directs and implements adjustments as necessary. Selects, trains, motivates, and directs department personnel; evaluates and reviews work for acceptability and conformance with department standards, including program and project priorities and performance evaluations; works with employees on performance issues; implements discipline and termination procedures; responds to staff questions and concerns. Contributes to the overall quality of the department’s service by developing, reviewing, and implementing policies and procedures to meet legal requirements and County needs; continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assesses and monitors the distribution of work, support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement; directs the implementation of change. Represents the department to other County departments, elected officials, and outside agencies; explains and interprets departmental programs, policies, and activities. Conducts a variety of departmental organizational and operational evaluations; recommends modifications to programs, policies and procedures as appropriate. Technical Duties (50%) Directs, coordinates and reviews code amendments; provides code interpretation as needed; provides analysis, recommendations, and implementation of policies and procedures; develops and presents recommendations on a variety of permits, maps, ordinances, zone changes and development applications. Meets with developers, engineers, property owners, contractors, and other stakeholders to discuss merits and concerns of development proposals; provides various parties with guidance on procedures; oversees negotiations and agreements regarding environment-related issues, rights-of-way, open space easements, and financial participation; discusses status of development projects with applicants. Oversees the development of consultant requests for proposals for professional services and the advertising and bid processes; evaluates proposals and recommends project award; negotiates contracts and agreements and administers same after award. Participates in and makes presentations to the Board of County Commissioners, Planning Commission, and a variety of boards and commissions; attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of community development and other services as they relate to the area of assignment. Prepares, reviews, and presents staff reports, various management and information updates, and reports on special projects. Is knowledgeable about Gilpin County’s Comprehensive Plan and has suggestions on how to implement those ideas that are agreed upon by the Board of County Commissioners, the Planning Commission and Community Development while communicating these actions with the residents of the county.   Position Requirements Qualifications: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in community development, urban planning, or a related field. A Master's degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, or a closely related field is highly desirable. Experience: A minimum of 7 years related experience of which 3 years shall be in a management and/or administrative capacity. Other combinations of education, public and private sector work experience will be evaluated. At least 2 years direct experience in Community Development. Local government experience is preferred. Knowledge of: Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, and evaluation, and supervision of staff. Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of projects, programs, policies, procedures, and operational needs. Theories, principles, and practice of comprehensive planning, land use planning, zoning, subdivision, impact evaluation, natural resource protection, and environmental health compliance specifically as it pertains to onsite wastewater treatment systems. Principles and techniques of conducting plan reviews, architectural review, subdivision design, land use, and other analytical studies, evaluating alternatives, and making sound recommendations. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations. Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, mentoring and training of staff. Technical, legal, financial, and public relations aspects associated with the management of community development programs. Techniques for effectively representing the County to governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations. Ability to: Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and internal controls for the department and assigned program areas. Provide administrative and professional leadership and direction for the department and the County. Prepare and administer departmental budgets and allocate limited resources in a cost-effective manner. Interpret, apply, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations. Plan, organize, direct, coordinate, and evaluate the work of management, supervisory, professional, and technical personnel; delegate authority and responsibility. Conduct effective negotiations and effectively represent the County and the department in meetings with governmental agencies, contractors, vendors, and various businesses, professional, regulatory, and legislative organizations. Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports. Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. Establish and foster a strong level of teamwork and commitment to quality customer service. Must pass background check, including traffic and criminal and a pre-employment drug screening Certifications: Must possess FEMA ICS 100 and 700 certifications within 6 months of employment. Must have a valid Colorado Driver’s License without any restrictions due to driving record. Must also be able to drive a county vehicle. Work Environment: Work is performed in a typical indoor office setting. Work is mostly sedentary with periods of mobility and light physical activity. Mental/Physical Requirements: Requires sedentary work involving, standing, or walking for brief periods, exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular basis, and some dexterity in operating office equipment; and occasionally required to travel. Ability to perform, without additional assistance, all physical movements necessary for office administration. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of requirements, duties and responsibilities. Gilpin County provides reasonable job-related accommodations for disabled persons.   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Salary Information The hiring range is $95,008 - $116,385 DOQ. The salary range for the Community Development Director is $95,008 - $137,762   Benefits Statement   Close Date 3/13/2022   Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt   Open Date 10/25/2021   Location Gilpin County Courthouse   About the Organization Gilpin County is a rural community in Colorado's high country, neighboring the Continental Divide, yet less than an hour west of downtown Denver. Residents enjoy a quality of life enhanced by the vast recreational opportunities offered by Golden Gate State Park, the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, the limited-stakes gaming in Black Hawk and Central City, an amazing recreation center and fairgrounds, low taxes and financially secure local government.   EOE Statement We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.   This position is currently not accepting applications. 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