PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR job in Lincoln City, Oregon

PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
City of Lincoln City, Oregon
Salary: $84,240 - $107,536

Located on the scenic Oregon Coast, Lincoln City has a population of approximately 9,000 which can grow up to 30,000 at peak tourist season. Lincoln City boasts 7.5 miles of beautiful, clean, sandy beaches and the consistent breeze on the beaches makes Lincoln City one of the best places in the world to walk on the beach and fly a kite. Surfing and kite-boarding conditions are also world-class. Residents and visitors also enjoy golfing, hiking, fishing, bird watching, tide pooling and boating. Lincoln City has a flourishing arts community with several glass blowing shops and a state-of-the-art culinary center. Residents enjoy the perks of small town life with major cities nearby, such as Salem, 58 miles to the east, and Portland, 88 miles to the northeast.

Operating on a budget of $496,733 with 5 FTEs, the City of Lincoln City’s Planning & Community Development Department is responsible for land use planning, as well as reviewing applications to ensure compliance with planning and zoning requirements in the Lincoln City Municipal Code. The department also administers the vacation rental dwelling program, floodplain management, and structural and mechanical permitting and inspection services.

Under the general supervision of the City Manager, the Planning & Community Development Director oversees the operations of the department, including planning, development review, land division, building, and code enforcement. The Director will serve as a technical advisor to the City Manager and staff relative to Planning and Community Development, assure efficient and economical use of departmental funds, and communicate with the public on community development matters and concerns.

An equivalent to a master’s degree in Urban Planning, Business or Public Administration or other closely related field and over 8 years of experience which includes supervisory responsibilities or any satisfactory combination of experience and training that demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position is required. Any satisfactory equivalent combination of education, experience and training will be considered.

For a complete position profile/full job description and to apply online, visit Prothman at https://www.prothman.com/, click on "Open Recruitments" and then click the position title. To apply, click on "Apply Online" and follow the directions provided. For questions, call 206-368-0050. The City of Lincoln City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. First review of applications: October 25, 2020 (open until filled).