Community Development Director - Now Hiring
The City of Morro Bay is actively seeking a dynamic individual for the role of Community Development Director.
This position not only offers a competitive salary ranging from $144,440 to $175,568 annually but also presents a chance for professional and personal growth.
Apply now! This recruitment will close once a strong candidate pool is established! Please see the full flyer at:
Why Morro Bay? Morro Bay is a charming coastal city located on California's Central Coast.
Our community is known for its iconic Morro Rock, a towering volcanic rock that juts out of the ocean and it's natural beauty, vibrant culture, and a strong sense of community.
The City has a permanent population of 10,700, but welcomes around 800,000 visitors annually.
Morro Bay seeks an experienced leader who is eager to learn, train and coach staff, and be inspired to lead many exciting opportunities and projects presented to the community, including clean energy projects, climate change adaptation, ocean front development opportunities, and community facility improvements.
The Department includes Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement with a staff of ten.
Department projects include a recent full update to the City's General Plan/Local Coastal Plan as well as comprehensive update to its Zoning Code/ Coastal Implementation Plan.
Other Department initiatives in progress include a new Master Plan for the 107-acre Morro Bay Power Plant property, development of a Downtown Design District, pending launch of a comprehensive update to the City's 1996 Waterfront Master Plan as well as Department initiatives to streamline permit processing, efficiency, and communication with the public.
The ideal candidate will be customer-service focused, diplomatic, an excellent communicator, and believe in the value of teamwork and community engagement.
They will be a working director committed to delivering excellent work and making a difference in the community along with the team they lead.
Coastal land use experience is strongly preferred.
The Ideal Candidate Will Be:
Globally minded - Value diverse points of view, identifying partnership opportunities and exhibiting coalition-building skills.
Visionary - Creative and enthusiastic about communicating their vision for the City's future.
Strategic - Effective at assessing community needs, the City's current strengths and limitations, and potential outcomes.
Financially Savvy - Highly experienced in budget creation, resource allocation, and implementation, as well as revenue growth.
Experience with grant management and effective CIP budgeting is desired.
Diplomatic - Works well with elected officials and navigates the political environment effectively.
Results-Driven - Motivated by a positive end result, with the skills to manage a project to completion.
MORE INFO To enhance your understanding of our community and the City's activities, we encourage you to explore our recorded City Council meetings, which offer valuable insights into Morro Bay's governance and decision-making processes.
You can access these recordings on our YouTube channel at the following link:
.
Watching these meetings will provide you with a comprehensive overview of the issues, projects, and discussions that shape our city.
We believe it will be a valuable resource as you continue to explore the possibility of joining our team.
You can also view live meetings and Agendas at This position attends every City Council meeting, which is at 5:
30 PM on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday's of the month and typically last between 2-5 hours.
Note:
The City of Morro Bay is currently evaluating the best recruitment method for this position.
Stay tuned for updates.
OFFICIAL JOB DESCRIPTION In this challenging yet rewarding role, under administrative direction of the City Manager, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the City's Community Development Department, including planning, building and safety, and code compliance; development and administration of the City's General Plan and Local Coastal Plan goals, policies, and environmental review procedures; making recommendations and advising the Planning Commission, City Council, and other advisory boards; acting as Environmental Coordinator and Zoning Administrator; and performing related work as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES1.
Plans, organizes and directs the activities in the Community Development Department, including planning, building and safety, and code compliance.
2.
Formulates rules, procedures, and policies for the efficient operation of the department.
3.
Manages department personnel including interviews, selection, training, evaluations, and discipline.
4.
Prepares and administers the departmental budget; manages operations to achieve goals within available departmental resources.
5.
Confers with governmental agencies, other staff members, and the public; and, attends meetings, makes presentations and recommendations to appointed and elected officials on department related activities.
6.
Evaluates the need for and develops plans and budget schedules for long range programs.
7.
Prepares staff reports/analyses and environmental documentation for complex development projects.
8.
Prepares and directs the preparation of grants, request for proposals, and manages same.
9.
Oversees and participates in the preparation, revision, and implementation of the general plan, local coastal program, zoning ordinance, and related planning and environmental matters.
10.
Directs activities or participates in the gathering and assembling of pertinent data to be used in zoning studies.
11.
Reviews reports on variances, conditional use permits, coastal development permits and other discretionary items.
12.
Establishes, maintains and interprets the Zoning Ordinance to regulate physical development in the City.
Prepares or supervises preparation of environmental documents and recommendations by staff or consultant.
14.
Performs related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of:
City and regional planning with emphasis on zoning administration practices; State, Municipal, and County laws and ordinances governing land use and zoning, including California Environmental Quality Act; methods of preparing designs, plan estimates, reports, applicable zoning ordinances and State and Federal laws; principles of supervision, training and disciplines; basic principles of economics and budgeting techniques.
Ability to:
Prepare, revise and interpret a sound planning and local coastal program for the City; collect and analyze data, and recommend revisions in a general plan consistent with local needs; prepare ordinances and formulate recommendations for land use policies; plan, organize, and supervise the activities of the department; assist in preparation and administration of department budget and controls; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and other City officials; work effectively with boards and commissions involved in zoning and planning activities; prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports; speak and write effectively.
Education and
Experience:
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in planning, or closely related field; possession of Master's degree in Planning or Public Policy Administration preferred.
Five years increasingly responsible experience in professional planning including staff supervision.
California Coastal Zone experience highly desirable; GIS experience and General Plan Update experience desirable.
Valid California Driver's License.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is performed mostly in office settings.
Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments and construction sites.
Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear; sit; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
The employee is routinely required to stand or walk.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions.
The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, or airborne particles.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but occasionally loud in the office, and moderate in the field.
Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
SELECTION GUIDELINESFormal application and cover letter, rating of education and experience, oral panel interviews, background and reference check; job related tests may be required.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.
The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The City of Morro Bay is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Salary:
$144,440 to $175,568 per year.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
This position not only offers a competitive salary ranging from $144,440 to $175,568 annually but also presents a chance for professional and personal growth.
Apply now! This recruitment will close once a strong candidate pool is established! Please see the full flyer at:
Why Morro Bay? Morro Bay is a charming coastal city located on California's Central Coast.
Our community is known for its iconic Morro Rock, a towering volcanic rock that juts out of the ocean and it's natural beauty, vibrant culture, and a strong sense of community.
The City has a permanent population of 10,700, but welcomes around 800,000 visitors annually.
Morro Bay seeks an experienced leader who is eager to learn, train and coach staff, and be inspired to lead many exciting opportunities and projects presented to the community, including clean energy projects, climate change adaptation, ocean front development opportunities, and community facility improvements.
The Department includes Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement with a staff of ten.
Department projects include a recent full update to the City's General Plan/Local Coastal Plan as well as comprehensive update to its Zoning Code/ Coastal Implementation Plan.
Other Department initiatives in progress include a new Master Plan for the 107-acre Morro Bay Power Plant property, development of a Downtown Design District, pending launch of a comprehensive update to the City's 1996 Waterfront Master Plan as well as Department initiatives to streamline permit processing, efficiency, and communication with the public.
The ideal candidate will be customer-service focused, diplomatic, an excellent communicator, and believe in the value of teamwork and community engagement.
They will be a working director committed to delivering excellent work and making a difference in the community along with the team they lead.
Coastal land use experience is strongly preferred.
The Ideal Candidate Will Be:
Globally minded - Value diverse points of view, identifying partnership opportunities and exhibiting coalition-building skills.
Visionary - Creative and enthusiastic about communicating their vision for the City's future.
Strategic - Effective at assessing community needs, the City's current strengths and limitations, and potential outcomes.
Financially Savvy - Highly experienced in budget creation, resource allocation, and implementation, as well as revenue growth.
Experience with grant management and effective CIP budgeting is desired.
Diplomatic - Works well with elected officials and navigates the political environment effectively.
Results-Driven - Motivated by a positive end result, with the skills to manage a project to completion.
MORE INFO To enhance your understanding of our community and the City's activities, we encourage you to explore our recorded City Council meetings, which offer valuable insights into Morro Bay's governance and decision-making processes.
You can access these recordings on our YouTube channel at the following link:
.
Watching these meetings will provide you with a comprehensive overview of the issues, projects, and discussions that shape our city.
We believe it will be a valuable resource as you continue to explore the possibility of joining our team.
You can also view live meetings and Agendas at This position attends every City Council meeting, which is at 5:
30 PM on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday's of the month and typically last between 2-5 hours.
Note:
The City of Morro Bay is currently evaluating the best recruitment method for this position.
Stay tuned for updates.
OFFICIAL JOB DESCRIPTION In this challenging yet rewarding role, under administrative direction of the City Manager, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the City's Community Development Department, including planning, building and safety, and code compliance; development and administration of the City's General Plan and Local Coastal Plan goals, policies, and environmental review procedures; making recommendations and advising the Planning Commission, City Council, and other advisory boards; acting as Environmental Coordinator and Zoning Administrator; and performing related work as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES1.
Plans, organizes and directs the activities in the Community Development Department, including planning, building and safety, and code compliance.
2.
Formulates rules, procedures, and policies for the efficient operation of the department.
3.
Manages department personnel including interviews, selection, training, evaluations, and discipline.
4.
Prepares and administers the departmental budget; manages operations to achieve goals within available departmental resources.
5.
Confers with governmental agencies, other staff members, and the public; and, attends meetings, makes presentations and recommendations to appointed and elected officials on department related activities.
6.
Evaluates the need for and develops plans and budget schedules for long range programs.
7.
Prepares staff reports/analyses and environmental documentation for complex development projects.
8.
Prepares and directs the preparation of grants, request for proposals, and manages same.
9.
Oversees and participates in the preparation, revision, and implementation of the general plan, local coastal program, zoning ordinance, and related planning and environmental matters.
10.
Directs activities or participates in the gathering and assembling of pertinent data to be used in zoning studies.
11.
Reviews reports on variances, conditional use permits, coastal development permits and other discretionary items.
12.
Establishes, maintains and interprets the Zoning Ordinance to regulate physical development in the City.
Prepares or supervises preparation of environmental documents and recommendations by staff or consultant.
14.
Performs related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of:
City and regional planning with emphasis on zoning administration practices; State, Municipal, and County laws and ordinances governing land use and zoning, including California Environmental Quality Act; methods of preparing designs, plan estimates, reports, applicable zoning ordinances and State and Federal laws; principles of supervision, training and disciplines; basic principles of economics and budgeting techniques.
Ability to:
Prepare, revise and interpret a sound planning and local coastal program for the City; collect and analyze data, and recommend revisions in a general plan consistent with local needs; prepare ordinances and formulate recommendations for land use policies; plan, organize, and supervise the activities of the department; assist in preparation and administration of department budget and controls; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and other City officials; work effectively with boards and commissions involved in zoning and planning activities; prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports; speak and write effectively.
Education and
Experience:
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in planning, or closely related field; possession of Master's degree in Planning or Public Policy Administration preferred.
Five years increasingly responsible experience in professional planning including staff supervision.
California Coastal Zone experience highly desirable; GIS experience and General Plan Update experience desirable.
Valid California Driver's License.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is performed mostly in office settings.
Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments and construction sites.
Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear; sit; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
The employee is routinely required to stand or walk.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions.
The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, or airborne particles.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but occasionally loud in the office, and moderate in the field.
Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
SELECTION GUIDELINESFormal application and cover letter, rating of education and experience, oral panel interviews, background and reference check; job related tests may be required.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.
The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The City of Morro Bay is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Salary:
$144,440 to $175,568 per year.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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