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Location: Oakland Park, FL

Director, Community and Economic Development

Salary: $141,871.15 - 174,610.64

Position
Manage and supervises activities related to redevelopment and revitalization functions of the City, including CRA, business development, commercial development, business retention programs, workforce development, redevelopment, economic development and related state and federal programs. Position performs related professional, administrative, and supervisory work as required and reports to the City Manager.

Responsible for initiating, planning, and coordinating the implementation of redevelopment plans which will include negotiating and managing redevelopment projects, CDGB, grants writing, and marketing and communication.

Essential Job Duties
The list of duties and functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are logical assignment to the position.

  • Prepare long range and short range redevelopment plans and programs in accordance with state law and local policy.
  • Compile databases and relevant planning and economic information regarding housing, retail, industrial, and office development activity in the CRA.
  • Assist in development of new zoning regulations, amendments to the CRA Plan, and other planning objectives as conditions change in the CRA development environment.
  • Develop and execute studies, projects and programs of importance to the City, including those pertaining to development management, building, land use, economic development and redevelopment, transportation, housing, utility, open space and parks, facilities, solid waste, zoning and capital improvement programming.
  • Manage and coordinate all aspects of identified projects, including construction projects. This will include managing contracts, creating and coordinating work programs to implement redevelopment plans, supervising consultants and contractors, and evaluating and reporting of plan execution and progress.
  • Prepare submissions for site plan, zoning, and land use for all CRA projects.
  • Assist private developers and business owners with: site planning, zoning, platting, variances, incentives and other regulatory issues associated with redevelopment and economic development in the CRA.
  • Identify and write grant applications. Manage grant programs related to CRA and other areas.
  • Prepare developer and tenant real estate packages.
  • Prepare and implement a business development marketing strategy and branding to include communications, public relations, advertising, businesses and community outreach programs.
  • Market the Downtown and CRA District environment, develop excitement about the changes, and promote events and activities that will generate growth while strategically marketing the district as a great place to live, work, play, and visit
  • Prepare and manage annual CRA operations budget; ensures adherence to and compliance with established budgetary parameters.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of the principles of economic development.
  • Knowledge of public and private financing and various debt financing mechanisms.
  • Knowledge of professional services contracting, bidding procedures, and contract administration.
  • Knowledge of the principles of budget administration and financial forecasting.
  • Knowledge of statistical and research methods.
  • Knowledge of the basic functions of Community Redevelopment Agencies, with the ability to interpret and apply the principles, practices, and procedures specified in Florida redevelopment law.
  • Knowledge and experience with Public-Private Partnership developer negotiations and agreements.
  • Ability to communicate professionally verbally, in writing, and presentations.
  • Ability to effectively analyze issues and problems and identify optimum solutions.
  • Ability to plan, organize, and implement duties and responsibilities defined by desired outcomes and objectives.
  • Ability to gain cooperation through discussions and persuasion.
  • Ability to use good conflict resolution skills.
  • Ability to manage complex problems with multiple stakeholders.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers, as well as governing and appointed authorities.
  • Considerable knowledge of modern office practices, with emphasis on computer literacy, word-processing, spreadsheet applications, data base software and electronic records.
  • An understanding of business attraction including lease negotiations and real estate Performas.

Minimum Acceptable Education, Training and Experience
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university. Ten (10) years’ experience in project management, construction, economic development, strategic planning, communications, commercial marketing and research or related area. Two (2) of the years must demonstrate experience in managing all aspects of complex projects from concept to operations (life cycle).

Preferred

  • Master’s degree in business administration, public administration, economics, urban planning, or a related area of study.
  • Two (2) years CRA experience
  • Two (2) years Municipal or County Project Experience
  • Florida Redevelopment Association (FRA) Redevelopment Certification

How to Apply
Apply online at: https://www.oaklandparkfl.gov/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=100&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=DIRECTOR-COMMUNITY-AND-ECONOMIC-DEVELOPM-249