Position Posting:

Director of Urban Development Department

This is professional and administrative work directing all aspects of the Urban Development Department. With total control over all activities, this person will manage, direct, supervise, and coordinate the overall operation of the Urban Development Department. Responsible for providing effective professional leadership for city planning, code enforcement, zoning, community development, municipal transit, MPO, GIS, grant development, and land usage. Responsible for planning and implementing departmental budget and recommending capital improvements.

This position is accountable for all monetary, fiscal, budgetary, safety, and legal issues related to the Urban Development Department.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

· Knowledge of complex principles, practices, and methods related to effective planning and development

· Knowledge of municipal, state, and federal laws and ordinances/codes applicable to department operations

· Develops programs for overall planning operations including updates of land use, zoning, subdivision, transportation and housing studies, special needs populations, and enforcement codes

· Ability to communicate effectively, either orally or in writing, to make major decisions and presentations to other groups or assemblies.

· Knowledge of general function of municipal government and accounting

· Ability to instruct subordinates in the proper office and field work methods and to review their work.

· Possesses education and experience related to the areas of Urban Development

· Performs other related duties as they may arise in the scope of the Urban Development Department area.

Applicant Submissions

Applicants must complete a City of Hattiesburg Job Application; and provide resume, any applicable certifications, degrees, and other related documentation.

For more information, please visit: https://www.hattiesburgms.com/job/director-of-urban-development/

Posting Date: January 4, 2022

Position will be posted at a minimum until January 4, 2022 at 4:30 pm.