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Director Of Planning & Development

Job Summary:

Performs professional work requiring considerable skill in managing the daily operations of the Community Development Department comprised of the divisions of building and code services, business development and community planning. Plans, schedules, organizes and evaluates work activities and projects to ensure quality standards and timely completion of work. Interacts with the public and collaborates with management staff and elected officials.

A successful Director will oversee the enhancement of the tax base, growth, employment opportunities and community progress toward the goals identified by the City Manager.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Works under the broad supervision of the City Manager who establishes long-range goals and objectives. Works independently on day-to-day activities; confers with the City Manager on policy review questions or to brief him or her on progress regarding various projects or programs.
  • Oversees economic development. Oversees the City’s permitting function; Oversees the City’s zoning administration; Oversees the City’s Development Authority; Oversees the City’s business development and project management function.
  • Oversees the City’s interaction with the Planning Board, Zoning Board, Housing Board, Historic District Commission, Claremont Development Authority, River Road TIF District, Downtown TIF District and Conservation Commission.
  • Oversees various City Plans including Master Plan.
  • Exercises general supervision directly, over all employees in the department, including administrative support personnel, and employees of the divisions of building and code services, business development, and community planning.
  • Directs the operations of the department in order to insure the efficient and effective accomplishment of objectives.

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) or equivalent from an accredited college or university in planning, business development, community development, public administration or related field.

Progressively responsible management experience in planning, community and business development OR any combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.

Compensation & Benefits

Up to $112,274.57/ annually.

Excellent benefits package to include:

  • Vacation, sick and personal time
  • Enrollment into the NH Retirement System
  • Competitive Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Short Term Disability
  • Group Life Insurance

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume to:

Human Resources Director
City of Claremont
58 Opera House Square
Claremont, NH 03743

Or via email at:  hr@claremontnh.com

The City of Claremont is an equal opportunity employer.

Date Posted: 11-06-2024

Expire Date: Open until filled

Contact Name: Jamie Young

Contact Email: hr@claremontnh.com

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