Director of Land Use

Salary: $96,723.95 - $163,122.75 annually

Type: Regular full time, full benefits

Re-Opened: September 21, 2022

Application deadline: Open until filled

We offer a robust benefits package which includes 9/80 Compressed Work Schedule, Office closed every other Friday, 11 paid holidays, Employer paid pension contribution of 14% to base salary, 457 tax-deferred savings plan, social security exempt, Tuition reimbursement up to $4,600 annually, Sharp PPO or HMO Plan, Kaiser Permanente HMO Plan, Dental, Vision, and Flexible spending account and more.

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Examples of Essential Job Functions:

• Assumes full management responsibility for all Department programs, services, and activities including:
  • Inclusionary Housing, Density Bonus, ADU Bonus Program, North City Future Urbanizing Area (NCFUA). Complete Communities, and Coastal Affordable Housing Replacement Programs;
  • Preparation of Affordable Housing Agreements and related documents
  • Creation and maintenance of project records and electronic files, including periodic public records requests.
  • Respond to customer service requests.
• Develops, directs, and coordinates the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the department; establishes, within Commission policy, appropriate budget, service, and staffing levels.
• Manages and participates in the development and administration of the department’s annual budget; directs the forecast of additional 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; 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 Commission 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.
• Oversees the development of consultant requests for proposals for professional services and the advertising and bid processes; evaluates proposals and recommends project award; coordinates with legal counsel to determine Commission needs and requirements for contractual services; negotiates contracts and agreements and administers same after award.
• Represents the department to other Commission and City of San Diego departments, elected officials, and outside agencies; explains and interprets departmental programs, policies, and activities; negotiates and resolves significant and controversial issues.
• Conducts a variety of departmental, organizational, and operational studies and investigations; recommends modifications to programs, policies and procedures as appropriate.
• Participates in and makes presentations to the Housing Authority, Housing Commission, and a variety of boards and commissions; attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the fields of HUD and other federal, state and local regulations pertaining to department operations.
• Directs the maintenance of working and official departmental files.
• Monitors changes in laws, regulations, and technology that may affect Commission or departmental operations; implements policy and procedural changes as required.
• Prepares, reviews, and presents staff reports, various management and information updates, and reports on special projects as assigned by the Sr./Vice President.
• Responds to difficult and sensitive public inquiries and complaints and assists with resolutions and alternative recommendations.
•  Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, and evaluation, and supervision of staff, either directly or through subordinate levels of supervision.
• Budget development, contract administration, Commission-wide administrative practices, and general principles of risk management related to the functions of the assigned area.
• Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of projects, programs, policies, procedures, and operational needs.
• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Technical, legal, financial, and public relations problems associated with the management of assigned programs.
• Methods and techniques for the development of presentations, contract negotiations, business correspondence, and information distribution; research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Techniques for effectively representing the Commission in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and Commission staff.
• City of San Diego Development and Planning processes.

Ability to:

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and the ability to work independently.
• 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 Commission.
• Prepare and administer large and complex budgets; 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, and coordinate the work of management, supervisory, professional, and technical personnel; delegate authority and responsibility.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Effectively administer a variety of administrative programs and activities.
• Conduct effective negotiations and effectively represent the Commission and the department in meetings with governmental agencies, contractors, vendors, and various businesses, professional, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
• Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems.
• 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.
• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
• Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical reports.

Education & Experience:

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, business or public administration, or related field; ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in affordable housing, land use, or planning.

Licenses and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver’s License by time of appointment.

Physical Demands:

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various Commission and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone.  This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required.  Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.  Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.  Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Environmental Elements:

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.  Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Salary : $96,724 - $163,123