Director of Planning

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Vacancy is in the Planning and Zoning Division of the Department of Development Services. Posting will remain open until sufficient applications are received. Under administrative direction, oversees the Planning and Zoning Division. Manages a multi-functional team of planners, zoning enforcement officers and other staff. Develops departmental priorities and objectives related to planning, plan review and zoning activities. Plans, organizes, and directs the day-to-day activities and operations. Develops the City's long-range comprehensive master plans, mid-range planning elements, land use planning, and special projects. Responsible for budget development and reviews for the Planning Division; coordinates the development of projects and program reports; develops and implements administrative policies, procedures, and practices. Establishes clear timelines to meet statutory deadlines and other legal requirements. Participates in and attends public events, meetings, and communicates with planning customers. Recommends action to be taken by the City of Hartford Planning Commission on the City Plan and prepares recommendations to the Zoning Board of Appeals and the Historic Properties Commission. May serve as the City's spokesman with respect to Planning policies and practices. Performs related work as required. Distinguishing CharacteristicsThis position reports to the Director of Development Services. This position works directly with Department leaders and City staff as needed. Incumbent performs and oversees the most complex planning tasks requiring a high degree of knowledge related to all areas of current and advanced planning and zoning functions.This position is in the unclassified service and incumbent is appointed and serves at the pleasure of the Mayor in accordance with Chapters IV and V of the City Charter.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Through knowledge of: Modern principles, practices, technical legal issues, and research methods of various phases of City planning, policy planning, zoning and urban renewal. Federal, state and local laws, policies, procedures, and regulations governing urban renewal, zoning and city planning. Complex development, land use and site plan reviews, including historic and wetlands review practices. Zoning, wetlands and historic preservation. Recent development, current literature and sources of information relating to municipal planning and administration. Research methods and procedures involved in assembling, analyzing and interpreting complex statistical data. Principles of supervision, training and performance management and evaluation.Budget development and administration. Program and policy development.Proficiency in: Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Ability to: Plan, organize and direct a multi-faceted planning division and staff. Create and manage the development of databases as necessary to effectively manage division. Prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive reports, studies, and other written materials. Initiate, organize, and set priorities in a team environment. Research, interpret and apply federal, state and local law, policies, procedures, laws and regulations. Create training materials and develop professional advancement paths for staff. Oversee modifications or changes to local codes, ordinances and procedures to reflect best practices. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with local, state and federal officials and the general public. Interact with a diverse population. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONSWork is performed primarily in an office environment with travel to different sites. Incumbent may be required to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a City physician, a drug and alcohol screening examination, and a background check. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws, rules and regulations. ALL CORRESPONDENCE AND INFORMATION CONCERNING THE APPLICATION PROCESS WILL OCCUR THROUGH EMAIL, UNLESS OTHERWISE REQUESTED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION.IN ADDITION TO YOUR INBOX, PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR JUNK AND SPAM EMAIL FOR ALL RECRUITMENT COMMUNICATION.VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form along with a DD214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs. The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department. AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThe City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.