Director of Business & Housing Development

This position is responsible for managing the Bureau of Business and Housing Development, with responsibility for program administration, policy development, resource allocation, and staff supervision.  The incumbent plays a key role in shaping housing, property, and neighborhood development initiatives; providing leadership to division managers; and serving as a liaison between the City, community groups, developers, and external partners. The employee works under the general direction of the Commissioner of NBD.  Performs related work as required. 

• Manages the operation of the Bureau of Business and Housing Development, including establishing priorities and procedures, determining organization structure, and assigning and reviewing staff work;
• Provides direction to division managers regarding the acquisition, management, and disposition of properties and the administration of housing programs; 
• Develops and implements programs and projects consistent with departmental goals and City policies;
• Recommends new and revised policies to address Bureau activities;
• Meets with community groups, neighborhood associations, and the general public to explain programs, discuss concerns, and resolve issues;
• Directs the selection, training, assignment, and evaluation of Bureau personnel;
• Prepares the Bureau's annual budget and assists the Commissioner with the preparation of the Department’s overall budget;
• Negotiates contracts for professional services and determines the appropriate level of financial assistance to support private development within the City;
• Participates in the development of the City's Consolidated Plan, including the programming of Federal resources; 
• Assists the Commissioner in coordinating the Department of Neighborhood and Business Development’s Capital Improvement Program;
• Coordinates special projects at the direction of the Commissioner.

High School Diploma or Equivalent PLUS:

1. Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Economics, or a closely related field AND three (3) years of experience (or its part-time equivalent) leading projects or teams in housing, economic development, community development, or a closely related field, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory capacity;   OR

2. Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Economics, or a closely related field AND five (5) years of experience (or its part-time equivalent) leading projects or teams in housing, economic development, community development, or a closely related field, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory capacity;  OR 

3. Associate’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Economics, or a closely related field AND seven (7) years of experience (or its part-time equivalent) leading projects or teams in housing, economic development, community development, or a closely related field, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory capacity;   OR

4. Nine (9) years of experience (or its part-time equivalent) leading projects or teams in housing, economic development, community development, or a closely related field, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory capacity.

Appointment is contingent upon Civil Service Commission approval of the revised classification specification and minimum qualifications.