Director of Development Services - City of Lee's Summit, MO : Job Details

Salary: $111,874.00 - $167,816.00 AnnuallyLocation : City Hall-Lee's Summit, MOJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 00415Department: Development ServicesOpening Date: 11/25/2024Closing Date: 1/3/2025 11:59 PM CentralDescriptionHow We Put You First:Looking for meaningful work and an opportunity to make a positive impact on the community? We are hiring a Director of Development Services to lead our multi-disciplinary development team! At the City of Lee's Summit, we offer a collaborative, innovative, supportive, and inclusive environment. We also offer a second to none set of benefits which includes opportunities for attending local and national conferences and events along with a tuition reimbursement program. A few of our other benefits include:

• Lee's Summit pays for all contributions associated with the Missouri Lagers pension plan.
• Three (3) medical insurance programs are offered so you can best meet your individual medical, dental, and vision needs.
• A generous combination of paid holidays, vacation, person and sick days.
• A comprehensive list of benefits can be found

Description:Under the guidance of the Assistant City Manager, the Director of Development Services plans, directs, manages, leads and oversees the activities and operations of the Development Services Department. Responsibilities include oversight of the complete development process, property maintenance enforcement, grant administration, business and contractor licensing, city-wide central building services and economic development incentive programs. Coordinates projects with City departments and outside agencies. Provides support to City officials, boards and commissions. Serves as a member of the Management Team. As a representative of management, supports the mission, vision, strategic plan, goals and decisions of the department and City.Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Urban Planning, Engineering, Construction Management, Public Administration, Business Administration or a closely related field of study required
• Professional registration or certification in Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Planning, Code Enforcement or related field required
• Minimum of ten (10) years' increasingly responsible management experience in community or an economic development related field(s) required
• Minimum of five (5) years' experience in a leadership position required
• Valid state Motor Vehicle Operator's license and acceptable driving record required
• Experience in local government administration preferred
• Must live within the City Limits of Lee's Summit or establish residency within 12 months of hire

What We Are Looking For:

• A forward-thinking leader who values collaboration and unites staff around common goals; empowers team members to take initiative; and fosters a supportive and inclusive environment
• Someone who is comfortable being a resource for the City and its stakeholders during public meetings in front of Boards, Commissions and elected officials
• Comprehensive knowledge of principles and practices of planning, architecture, program development and administration
• Must have extensive knowledge of local, regional and national development and business-related practices
• High level of organizational skills and understanding of project management
• Exceptional communication skills and ability to work as a team player who can interact tactfully under stressful situations

Where You Will be Working The City of Lee's Summit is a thriving, progressive community situated 16 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. With a population of over 106,000, Lee's Summit has all the very best attributes of a small town while enjoying the amenities of a large city. Lee's Summit boasts an award-winning school system and holds national accreditations for its Parks and Recreation, Fire, Police and Public Works services. Lee's Summit has a strong appreciation for arts, culture and entertainment making it a vibrant place to live and work. The cultural scene includes public art installations, musical performances, theatre productions and Fourth Friday Art Walks.Recently named America's Great Neighborhood by the American Planning Association, Lee's Summit's historic downtown district provides a unique network of restaurants, boutiques and businesses. Special events such as Oktoberfest and Downtown Days draw visitors from all over the Kansas City metro. Lee's Summit offers countless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. With 30 parks, 92 miles of trails and numerous regional lakes, most residents live within close proximity to a recreational activity. We continue to receive regional and national recognition for our endless amenities for residents of all ages and have received Gold Certification from MARC as a Community for all Ages. We have also been recognized as a Walk Friendly Community and Bicycle Friendly Community.