Director of Planning and Development – University City, MO (pop. 35,172). A beautiful and historic inner-ring suburb of St. Louis adjacent to the renowned Washington University in St. Louis, University City is a unique urban community with a strong mix of cultural, ethnic, social, and economic diversity. Incorporated in 1906, University City was established with a vision of being a city of culture and fine homes. In University City, citizens boast availability to urban-style services and easy accessibility to the Greater St. Louis’s recreational and cultural activities.

University City is seeking a collaborative local government professional to manage the City’s Planning and Development department. The Department is responsible for a wide range of functions related to community change, enhancement, and preservation.

The Planning and Development Department’s areas of responsibility, within three divisions, include planning and zoning, community development, building inspection and plan review services. University City is a full-service community including police, fire/EMS, trash, recycling and recreation programs through the Departments of Public Works, Parks, Recreation & Forestry, Finance, Planning and Development, Police and Fire/EMS.

The Director of Planning and Development is responsible for leading a department of 18 full-time and one part-time employees and manages a budget of approximately $ 1.8 million. The position reports to the City Manager.

Qualified candidates should have:

• Bachelor’s degree in planning or closely related field; Master’s degree in public or business administration, or related field, plus an AICP designation, is desired  
• Eight to ten years of municipal or similar experience with significant exposure to planning, development and/or construction functions, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education
• Minimum of five years supervisory experience
• A collaborative and communicative approach to work
• Strong managerial and leadership skills
• Comfort working with an array of stakeholders including elected officials, City employees, developers, real estate agents, and residents; and  
• Passion for work in a demanding, rewarding, and collegial environment.

A starting salary range is $110,000 – 115,000 +/- DOQ, and an excellent benefit package, is offered.

Candidates should apply by January 14, 2022, with resume, cover letter and contact information for five work-related references to www.GovHRjobs.com to the attention of Lee Szymborski, Senior Vice President, GovHR USA, 630 Dundee Road, #225, Northbrook, IL 60062. Tel:  847-380-3240. The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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