Planning Director

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This position is open until filled with a first review date scheduled for Monday, October 28th .

Priority will be given to candidates who submit their application
on or before Sunday, October 27th, at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time .

Shape the Future of Medford!
Join the City of Medford as our next Planning Director and lead the charge in shaping our vibrant, growing community. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to drive innovative urban planning, foster sustainable development, and collaborate with diverse teams to make a lasting impact. If you’re a visionary leader with a passion for building thriving communities, we invite you to be part of our future.

Required Education and Experience :

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and
• Nine (9) years of experience in planning, zoning, and related community development activities, with at least three (3) of those years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, land use planning, public administration, or other specific area of study as deemed applicable may substitute for four (4) years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Master’s degree in urban planning, public administration, or other area of study deemed applicable.
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)

Available Schedule:

• 8 hours daily, Monday - Friday
• Opportunity for alternate schedule after the first 90-days:
  • 9-80 (nine-hour workdays with a three-day weekend every other week)
  • Teleworking up to 1 day per week

This position is part of the Executive employee group.

Directly related experience and qualifications will be evaluated alongside others who perform work of comparable character as required by Pay Equity Law. Six steps are included in this salary range, allowing opportunity for annual movement through the steps.

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Plans and directs activities of the Planning Department; establishes timelines and standards for all Department work assignments and projects.
• Directs the processing of land use applications and serves as the approving authority for those actions specified in the Land Development Code.
• Reviews and presents studies and reports for the City Manager, Community Development Director, City Council, Planning Commission, Site Plan and Architectural Commission, and Landmarks and Historic Preservation Commission.
• Develops and recommends land use policies and revisions to the Development Code.
• Directs and oversees planning studies and makes recommendations for the development and maintenance of the Comprehensive Plan.
• Prepares and administers the Department budget, grants, and contracts for planning studies.
• Oversees departmental process improvements and implementation of policies, goals, objectives, rules and regulations.
• Directs, supervises and evaluates the work performance of staff and oversees Department hiring, disciplinary actions, staff development, etc.
• Serves as a liaison to City departments, external organizations, agencies and citizens.
• Scope of assigned area will depend on departmental and/or citywide operational structure and is at the discretion of the City Manager.

Competencies:
Communicativeness
Effective performers recognize the essential value of continuous information exchange. They actively seek information from a variety of sources and disseminate it in a variety of ways. They use modern technologies to access and circulate information. They take responsibility for ensuring that their peers and supervisors have the current and accurate information needed for success.

Relationship Building
Effective performers understand that a primary factor in success is establishing and maintaining productive relationships. They like interacting with people and are good at it. They devote appropriate time and energy to establishing and maintaining networks. They initiate contacts readily and maintain them over time. They can utilize relationships to facilitate business transactions.

Functional/Technical Expertise
Effective performers are knowledgeable and skilled in a functional specialty. They add organizational value through unique expertise in a functional specialty area. They remain current in their area of expertise and serve as a resource in that area for the organization.

Industry Knowledge
Effective performers understand the general workings of the industry within which the organization functions. They monitor activities and trends within these arenas and maintain a current knowledge base. They use this knowledge to further the organization/departments’ goals.

Strategic Thinking
Effective performers act with the future in mind. They plan and make decisions within the framework of the City’s strategic intent. They know and understand the factors influencing strategy (e.g., core competence, customers, and the organization’s current strengths and limitations). They consider future impact when weighing decisions. They constantly think in terms of continually improving City services.

IMPORTANT (Please read):

1. It is important your application shows all the relevant experience you possess.
2. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
3. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an online application; an application will be considered incomplete with a "see resume" response.
4. Please complete the application and answer the supplemental questions thoroughly to ensure our subject matter experts can appropriately evaluate your experience as we compare applicants.

How to Apply:

1. Applications are only accepted online and must be received by the posted closing date/time.
2. This position is open until filled. For first consideration, apply by October 27, 2024.
3. Selection procedures and timelines subject to change.
4. Those selected must be able to provide proof of legal right to work in this country.

Hiring will be subject to successful completion of the following:

• Criminal history background investigation
• Favorable driving record
• Clear drug screen following federal law
• Professional reference check

Questions or Assistance:

• If you have questions about the job posting, please contact the Human Resources department at (541) 774-2014.
• For technical assistance completing your online application, please contact Government Jobs at (855) 524-5627.

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