Urban Design Manager Job at City of Punta Gorda, FL in Punta Gorda

Salary : $91,811.20 - $146,899.60 AnnuallyLocation : Punta Gorda, FLJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 05022025Department: Urban DesignOpening Date: 10/04/2024DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY :A professional managerial position responsible for all City planning and zoning activities, including community development and land use.Example Of DutiesESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned as dictated by operational necessity.• Manage the personnel and financial resources of the department aimed at providing comprehensive planning, economic development, and grants coordination to the City.• Provide technical and direct staff support for the City Council, CRA, Planning Commission, Revitalization Committee, Development Review Committee, Historic Preservation Advisory Board, and Beautification Committee.• Administer and prepare special policy studies and staff research for special projects.• Plan review and processing activities, to include application intake, submittals, reviews and actions.• Ensure compliance with city codes, state codes, and federal codes.• Assists in developing the appropriate training for staff.• Participates in budget preparation and administration, monitors and controls expenditures.• CRA project management and implementation. Private and public meetings and daily project implementation of revitalization projects.• Special project development and administration.• Board administration and programming. Provide liaison and programming assistance activities, monthly meetings and daily implementation issues.• Staff initiatives and programming / internal and external coordination. Grant applications and formal documentation preparation. Growth management requirements, HUD standards, bid specifications, etc.• Document preparation for internal and external meetings with public and private entities. Involves research specification and other areas to fulfill city initiatives, state initiatives and federal programs.• Supervises and participates in advanced, highly-complex professional planning activities.• Manages and supervises the staff of the planning division within the larger planning department of an organization.• Advises the Planning Director on all planning-related matters.• Manage the Urban Design Department in the absence of the Director.Typical QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty or responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities; education and/or experience; and, certificates or licenses required in order to fill the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:Knowledgeable in the principles and practices of effective management, organizational structures, administration, and has demonstrated leadership skills.Knowledgeable in the development, implementation, and enforcement of land development regulations.Knowledgeable in developing and administering budgets, and ensuring controls are in place for fiscal accountability.Knowledgeable regarding project management and reporting techniques.Extensive knowledge of advanced modern office support functions, equipment, and software programs, specifically Microsoft Office applications.Knowledge of grants application processes and requirements.Knowledge of contract development and administration.Knowledge of State and Federal regulatory agencies, and their impact on the operations of the Urban Design division and the Growth Management Department.Skillful in strategic planning, delegating, problem solving, listening, and analyzing data.Skillful in communicating with all levels of the organization, the City Council, and the public.Skilled in oral communications and formal presentations.Able to create, draft, review, and edit detailed and highly conceptual reports, budget, plans, and other professional documents.Able to demonstrate consistent tact and courtesy in frequent public contact and maintain working relationships with all levels of local government, committees, citizens' groups, etc.Able to exercise judgment and make decisions in accordance with established laws, regulations, ordinances, and departmental policies and procedures.Able to manage highly complex administrative projects and programs.Able communicate effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing, on a wide variety of complex subjects. Must speak with poise and confidence.Able to acquire, analyze, and assemble details, facts, and concepts into coherent, cohesive, and pragmatic thoughts that can be used to identify problems, create solutions, plan budgets, and wisely conduct the business of the City.Able to calculate numbers and analyze statistics.Able to review documents to ensure that layout, formatting, and design are professional in nature.Possess strong interpersonal skills to develop good working relationships with staff, officials and stakeholders and to resolve complaints.Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously.Ability to provide effective supervision and staff management.Ability to manage projects effectively and meet firm deadlines.EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in planning, public administration, economic development, or related field. Master's degree in one of the above disciplines highly preferred.Five or more years of experience in community development with at least three years of progressively responsible supervisory experience.AICP designation, or ability to acquire such designation within one year of employment highly preferred.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :• Direct supervisory authority over all planning and zoning staff within the Department.Supplemental InformationEssential Physical Abilities :Code: Constant = 2/3 or more of the timeFrequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the timeOccasional = up to 1/3 of the timeN/A = Not applicablePhysical SkillsConstantFrequentOccasionalN/AHeavy lifting (45 lbs.. and over)XModerate lifting (15 to 44 lbs.)XLight lifting (under 15 lbs.)XHeavy carrying (45 lbs. and over)XModerate carrying (14 to 44 lbs.)XLight carrying (under 15 lbs.)XReaching above shoulderXUse of fingersXBoth hands requiredXClimbing (use of legs and arms)XClimbing (legs only)XGood near visionXGood distant visionXBoth eyes requiredXDepth perceptionXDistinguishing basic colorsXDistinguishing shades of colorsXGood hearing (with or without hearing aid)XStraight pullingXPulling hand over handXPushingXWalkingXStandingXCrawlingXKneelingXBendingXBalancingXStoopingXJumpingXRunningXThrowingXDriving (cars, small vans, pick-ups, etc.)XDriving & operating (heavy equip., trucks, etc.)XEnvironmental Conditions :Code: Constant = 2/3 or more of the timeFrequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the timeOccasional = up to 1/3 of the timeN/A = Not applicableEnvironmentConstantFrequentOccasionalN/AWork InsideXWork OutsideXIn the HeatXIn the ColdXIn High HumidityXIn Dampness or ChillinessXIn Dry ConditionsXIn or with Noisy ConditionsXIn DarknessXIn or with Dusty ConditionsXWith Silica, Asbestos, etc.XWith Fumes or GasesXWith Smoke or FlamesXWith ChemicalsXWith SolventsXWith Grease or OilsXWith Radiant EnergyXWith Electrical EnergyXOn Slippery SurfacesXOn Uneven SurfacesXIn or With Moving ObjectsXIn or With Ladders/ScaffoldingXAt Heights above Ground LevelXBelow Ground LevelXIn WaterXWith ExplosivesXWith Poor VentilationXWith OdorsXWith Unusual Fatigue FactorsXDisclaimers :All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Individuals who cannot perform some of the requirements because they pose health or safety risks to themselves or other employees may be excluded from this position. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by this supervisor. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.EMERGENCY RESPONSE STATEMENT :Every City employee has emergency response responsibilities, though not every position will require routine assignments during an emergency event. All employees may be subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official job description. Assignments in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature, with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites with physically and operationally challenging conditions.The City of Punta Gorda is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City will not knowingly permit discrimination in hiring, promotion, or other conditions of employment with regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, ethnicity, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or national origin.Disclaimer: The information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, environmental conditions, or qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Certain Service Members and Veterans, and the spouses and family members of such Service Members and Veterans, receive preference and priority, and that certain Service Members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.