The City of Elk Grove is seeking an Assistant Development Services Director to join the Development Services Department. The Assistant Development Services Director is responsible for managing the functions and operations of the Building, Engineering, and Current Planning/Entitlement divisions of the Development Services Department. The ideal candidate will be able to work collaboratively with Department staff, development applicants, other City departments and divisions, and outside agencies and service providers to resolve issues and concerns and ensure effective and efficient application processing. The Assistant Director will serve as a coach to staff, helping them work through challenges, produce high-quality work, and work collaboratively with other departments. The ideal candidate will possess a track record of demonstrated leadership, proven accomplishments, and superior performance in managing a modern development-focused department.

The City has a strong customer-service focus, and the Assistant Development Services Director will exemplify the Department's commitment to a high level of customer service. The ideal candidate will have excellent time and project management skills, ensuring the timely review of development applications and being highly responsive to project inquiries. The Assistant Development Services Director will have extensive knowledge of the development process, with direct experience in entitlement processing and subsequent construction (e.g., improvement plans, building permits, inspections). Knowledge of digital permitting systems is important, as the Department completes its transition to a digital-first operation. The Assistant Director must be able to identify waste within the Department's business processes and provide leadership in clearing delays and inefficiencies in the system. The Assistant Director will also have experience with community outreach and engagement, providing clear communication with residents, the business community, and City leadership.

Tentative Recruitment Timeline (subject to change)
Filing Deadline: 11:59 P.M. on August 18, 2024
Oral Board Interviews: August 28, 2024(Virtual)
Selection Interviews: September 5, 2024 (In Person)

For a complete job description, further details about our benefit package and to apply, please visit our website at elkgrovecity.org/jobs.

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