Community & Economic Development Director

Salary : $142,000.00 - $204,564.00 Annually

Location : City of Pasco, WA

Job Type : Regular Full-Time

Job Number : Oct 2024

Department : Community & Economic Development

Division : CED Administration

Opening Date : 10 / 16 / 2024

Closing Date : 11 / 1 / 2024 11 : 59 PM Pacific

FLSA : Exempt

SUMMARY OF POSITION

LOCATION : City of Pasco, WA (on-site)

SALARY : $142,000 $204,564 annually, depending on qualifications

JOB TYPE : Regular / Full-Time

UNION STATUS : Non-union

FLSA STATUS : Non-Exempt

WORK SCHEDULE : Monday - Friday 8 : 00am - 5 : 00pm

CLOSING DATE : November 1, 2024

WHY PASCO? :

The City of Pasco is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to join our team as the Community & Economic Development Director.

As a rapidly growing city, Pasco offers unique opportunities for those passionate about city planning, economic growth, and enhancing the quality of life for residents.

If you are a visionary leader who can balance development with community needs and bring innovative solutions to the table, we invite you to apply.

Pasco is a growing city in Washington's Tri-Cities area, offering a high quality of life and a strong community atmosphere.

Are you looking for a rewarding career that makes a positive impact on a vibrant and growing community? Consider joining the City of Pasco team! Apply on this page today!

THE ROLE :

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead the Community & Economic Development Department in planning, development review, building, code enforcement, and permitting.
• Oversee long-range planning and current development projects, ensuring compliance with city goals and regulations.
• Collaborate with businesses, developers, and community stakeholders to drive economic growth and job creation.
• Manage departmental budgets, staffing, and work plans.
• Serve as the city's representative on regional and state development issues.
• Foster a culture of innovation and service excellence within the department.

You can find the full job description here :

QUALIFICATIONS : (Any equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the job.) :

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, or related field (Master's preferred).
• 7+ years of experience in community development or planning, with 3+ years in management.
• Strong knowledge of municipal planning and development regulations.
• Proven leadership, communication, and budget management skills.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE : The City offers a full benefits package for the employee and all eligible dependents covered at low premiums including :

• Medical at $153.70 / month, dental at $11.59 / month, and vision coverage at $6.54 / month
• Basic life insurance paid for by the City and employee sponsored supplemental life insurance
• 12 days of vacation during the 1st year of employment and 12 days of sick leave which are available for use upon accrual
• 10 holidays, plus each employee receives 1 floating holiday each year
• Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS), which offers a guaranteed monthly benefit once vesting criteria has been met
• In addition to DRS, employees may also contribute to a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, that offers a pre-tax contribution of 4% from the City
• Other benefits offered : Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Assistance, Flexible Spending Plan, Long-Term Disability, Aflac, and Flexible Schedule (per department approval)

SAFETY / WORK CONDITIONS :

Duties are performed in an office environment while stationed at a desk. Requires frequent travel for meetings with key stakeholders.

If you're seeking a fulfilling career that allows you to contribute to a thriving community and grow both personally and professionally, the City of Pasco is the place for you.

Join us in shaping the future and making a real difference and submit your application by November 1, 2024.

Please call or text HR at (509) 545-3408 or email [email protected], with questions regarding employment opportunities with the City of Pasco.

• The City of Pasco is committed to supporting diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
• If your experience does not exactly match each and every qualification, apply anyways! You may be exactly what we are looking for!

The City offers a full benefits package with affordable options for full family coverage for medical, dental, vision and life insurance.

Maintaining a positive work life balance is important, to help aid this balance, employees receive great vacation, sick, and paid holiday benefits.