Deputy Director-Long Range Planning
Company: American Planning Association
Location: Santa Barbara
Posted on: March 8, 2023
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Job Description:
The County of Santa Barbara is seeking a talented planning
professional to serve as their Deputy Director of Long-Range
Planning, a key member of the Department's management team. The
position leads the Long-Range Planning Division, which oversees a
budget of approximately $5 million, funded through the County's
general fund and numerous grants, and leads a knowledgeable staff
of 14. Primary responsibilities of the Deputy Director include:
managing long-range, regional planning initiatives including
General Plan Element Updates; preparing updates to community plans,
developing the Division workplan, and overseeing the daily
divisional workflow; supervising, inspiring, and mentoring staff;
providing policy makers with objective and balanced information to
make well informed decisions; reviewing projects for general plan
consistency; reviewing annexation proposals; preparing zoning and
other ordinance updates; monitoring state and federal legislation;
and participating in regional planning activities. Current division
efforts are focused on the update of the County's Housing and
Safety Elements and creating the County's initial Environmental
Justice Element.The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in urban
planning or related field, (e.g. public administration,
environmental studies/science, geography) and 2 years in project
management, policy development, and leading staff in an environment
that places a premium on land use and planning, or an equivalent
combination to the qualifications that provides the required
knowledge and experience. A Master's is highly desired. The County
is prepared to offer a competitive salary in the range is $120,445
to $148,463 depending on experience, and qualifications, along with
an excellent benefit package. The salary shown reflects the
expected range for hire, however the top of the range is $176,486
for future advancement. To apply for this exciting career
opportunity, please visit our website at:Resumes are acknowledged
within two business days. Call Tara Schultz at (626) 644-1398 for
more information. A detailed brochure is available at
www.peckhamandmckenney.com .Filing deadline is March 31,
2023.Experience LevelSpecialtySalary Range Experience Level Mid I
(1-4 years) AICP Level None Selected Specialty Land Use and
Development Regulation and Zoning American Planning Association
205 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1200
Chicago, IL 60601-5927
Keywords: American Planning Association, Santa Barbara , Deputy Director-Long Range Planning, Executive , Santa Barbara, California
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