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Director Community Planning

City of Chattanooga

Chattanooga, TN

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$76,521–$92,446 Per Year
SKILLS
Administrative Management, Analysis Skills, Budget Management, Budgeting, Cellular Telephone, Community Development, Computer Operations, Cost Estimates, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Driver's License, Employee Relations, Establish Priorities, Expense Management, Fishing, Focus Groups, Forecasting, Health Maintenance, Identify Issues, Illustrating Ability, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Licensing, Maintain Compliance, Metrics, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, PC (Personal Computer) Systems, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project Planning, Public Library, Public Safety, Public Works, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Quality Assurance, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Reporting Skills, Research Skills, Safety/Work Safety, Smart Cities, Staff Policies, Staff Training, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Stormwater Management, Strategic Planning, Time Management, Transportation Planning, Urban Planning
LOCATION
Chattanooga, TN
POSTED
4 days ago
Job Description

Join the City of Chattanooga Team

Chattanooga, a vibrant and growing community of over 190,000 residents within a metropolitan area of nearly 600,000 is known as the "Scenic City" for a reason. Nestled along the Tennessee River and surrounded by the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, we are a hub of outdoor adventure and innovation. Home to the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) and Chattanooga State Community College, our city blends a rich industrial history witha tech-forward future-famously powered by the nation's first community-wide "Gig" fiber-optic network. The City of Chattanooga was also recently designated as a "National Park City," the first of its kind in the United States.
Our Organization

As a City,we are powered by a dedicated workforce of approximately 2,600 employees committed to excellence in public service and making Chattanooga the best community in the country. Our team ensures our city thrives through a wide range of municipal services, including:
  • Public Safety: Chattanooga Police and Fire Departments.
  • Infrastructure & Utilities: Public Works, Waste Resources, and specialized Stormwater management.
  • Quality of Life: Award-winning Parks and Outdoors and Community Development systems and the Chattanooga Public Library.
  • Transportation: The Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) and citywide transit and pedestrian friendly initiatives.
  • Innovation: Leading-edge smart-city programs with a commitment to cutting edge workforce development policies to ensure all our residents can get ahead.
Why Choose Chattanooga?

The City of Chattanooga's workforce is the heartbeat of our community. We don't just offer jobs; we offer careers with purpose: making Chattanooga the best city in America. We are committed to being the premier employer of choice in Southeast Tennessee by providing:
  • Competitive Compensation: Robust pay scales that reflect our commitment to our staff.
  • Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling where possible.
  • Exceptional Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs designed for you and your family that deliver savings to you beyond your paycheck, featuring a centralized health clinic and pharmacy for all City employees. .
  • Growth: A focus on professional development and upward mobility within the organization.
  • The Great Outdoors: Your Backyard Playground: Chattanooga isn't just near nature, it's immersed in it. As one of the most biodiverse cities in North America, the "Scenic City" offers an ecological richness that few places on earth can claim. Whether you are an adrenaline junkie or a weekend wanderer, world-class adventure is always less than an hour away.
  • Vertical Adventures: Scale legendary sandstone cliffs in what is widely considered the premier rock climbing hub of the Southeast.
  • Water & Rapids: From the high-octane whitewater kayaking of the Ocoee River to world-class bass fishing and peaceful paddling on the Tennessee River.
  • Trails for Miles: Explore a massive network of mountain biking and hiking trails that wind through lush ridges, hidden waterfalls, and deep river gorges.

In Chattanooga, "work-life balance" means you can finish your shift and be at a trailhead or on the water before the sun sets.

Our mission is to work together to build a safe, vibrant, and sustainable city for all Chattanoogans. To do that, it takes a team of skilled and passionate individuals. So, if you'd like to call Chattanooga home - or maybe you already do! - and want to further your career through meaningful work that makes a true impact where you live, we'd love to talk to you.

Salary: $76,521 - $92,446 (GS.14)

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. (EST)
*Hours may vary due to work assignments or projects.*

Work Location: 1250 Market Street, Chattanooga, TN

FLSA Status: This is an Exempt position.

Department: City Planning

CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY:
Incumbents in this classification are responsible for planning, managing and directing the overall functions of the Community Planning division. Work is performed with general direction, working from broad goals and policies.

SERIES LEVEL:
This is a stand-alone position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
(The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.)

Supervises staff to include prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff is trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment and making hiring, termination and disciplinary recommendations.

Uses a strong knowledge of city/urban and community planning to direct planning activities for the City of Chattanooga and Hamilton County.

With a planning team, develops and maintains a comprehensive plan for growth for the county and city.

Responsible for the development of area plans and application of countywide planning framework.

Facilitates plan implementation with department leadership through coordination and collaboration with city and county partners and a variety of other public and private stakeholders. Plan implementation may include community charrettes, additional placemaking studies, or tracking plan metrics.

Applies a wide range of community outreach methods including public meetings, focus groups, surveys, presentations, neighborhood and community meetings, etc.

Directs and monitors the day-to-day activities and operations of the division which includes maintaining, administering and implementing of standard operating procedures, quality assurance standards, policies, goals, objectives, work plans and workflow; ensuring procedures and equipment meet operational and program performance and ensuring compliance with city policies.

Directs the preparation and adoption of various plans including data gathering, analysis, report writing, public engagement, graphic illustrations, and public presentations.

Develops and facilitates community education and outreach programs. Organizes, coordinates and facilitates public meetings.

Prepares and makes presentations to various civic, national and international groups including the preparation of charts, maps and digital presentations.

Applies for grants, directs the programs and supervises the expenditures of grant funds.

Communicates and collaborates with internal departments, external consultants, vendors, external agencies, regulatory officials, Boards, Commissions, the general public and/or other interested parties to coordinate work activities, exchange information and resolve problems.

Directs and reviews the analysis of a variety of data and information; formulates recommendations based on findings; manages priorities, work processes and procedures; ensures adherence and compatibility with organizational goals, objectives and strategic initiatives.

Directs, reviews and participates in the development of a variety of reports, work papers, communications, schedules and/or other related documents to and from internal departments, governmental entities, external agencies, contractors and/or other interested parties.

Provides technical expertise and guidance to contractors, ensuring compliance with applicable contract terms and conditions and authorizing contractor payments.

Represents the City and/or the Department at a variety of internal and/or external meetings, public events, training sessions, on committees and/or other related events in order to receive and/or convey information.

Participates in forecasting, preparing and administering section budgets; prepares cost estimates for budget recommendations; submits justifications for budget items; monitors and controls expenditures.

Uses, carries and answers their cell phone for business purposes as determined by the assigned job duties and the department head.

Must meet regular attendance requirements.

Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers and citizens.

Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.

Performs other duties as assigned.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC DUTIES (if any):

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Urban Planning, Engineering or related field with Master's level coursework in a related field; supplemented by five (5) years experience that includes architecture, urban design, urban planning, transportation planning, budget administration, supervision and personal computer operations, or any combination of equivalent experience and education.

LICENSING AND CERTIFICATIONS:
American Institute of Certified Planners

Valid Driver's License

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Knowledge of management principles; urban planning principles, practices, methods and procedures; design principles; research, data and report presentation techniques; applicable Federal, State and Local laws, ordinances, codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures; strategic planning principles and practices; research and data analysis techniques; public relations principles; presentation principles and budgeting principles. Skill in monitoring and evaluating the work of subordinate staff; prioritizing and assigning work; using a computer and related software applications; developing and administering budgets; planning and designing projects; reviewing design and development data and information; coordinating inter-agency activities and projects; analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions and implementing recommendations in support of goals; responding to changing situations and needs; handling multiple tasks simultaneously; facilitating negotiations and mediations; speaking in public; conducting research; preparing a variety of reports and business correspondence; developing and analyzing community outreach and education programs and communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing and seeing.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Safety Sensitive: N
Department of Transportation - CDL: N
Child Sensitive: N

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

This position requires pre-employment screening(s) that include: background check

The City of Chattanooga, Tennessee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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