Required Experience:
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with a major in Political Science, Economics, Public Administration, Urban Planning or closely related field (education will be verified using the “Education Requirements” listed below) and seven (7) years of progressively responsible state or local government experience in housing, community development, and/or neighborhood revitalization is required, or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Three (3) years of supervisory or managerial experience is required.
A current and valid Florida driver’s license is required. For application purposes, a valid driver’s license from any state (equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized; with the ability to obtain the State of Florida driver’s license within thirty (30) days from date of employment.
Education Requirements: To be considered valid (or verified) for position qualification purposes, and consistent with City Hiring Policy 4-5, a High School, GED or equivalent diploma, and all higher education degrees or certifications must have been issued by:
a) a public education institution in the State of Florida or any State or Territory of the United States; or
b) an institution accredited by an accrediting organization that is recognized by the Florida Department of Education or the U.S. Department of Education; or
c) an institution that is accredited by an organization that is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA); or
d) an institution whose degree or certification is accepted by institutions identified in either a), b), or c), above, for the purpose of admission to institutions identified in either a), b), or c) above.
International degrees will be evaluated to determine if they satisfy qualification requirements.
Additional Details
The selection process for this position may consist of any, all or a combination of the following tests: evaluation of training and experience, written examination, structured oral interview or other assessment method.
State of Emergency: When normal operations of City departments are suspended or interrupted due to a declaration by the Mayor that a state of emergency exists, all employees will be deemed critical by the City. For the preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail, employees deemed necessary shall be required to work. Employees deemed critical by the City but not needed for the initial preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail may be directed not to report to work, and given paid administrative leave or they may be reassigned to another location that best meet the needs of the City.
How To Apply
If you are interested in applying for this position you may apply online by selecting the Apply Now button at the end of the job posting. Applications must be received in Human Resources by the closing date.
The City of West Palm Beach is an equal employment opportunity employer. The City values the service of veterans to our country, supports recruitment of veterans and veterans' preference will be given in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes for those who met the minimum requirements of the position. Background investigation, physical, and drug and alcohol screening is required as condition of employment.
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Duties / Expectations:
Director of Housing and Community Development
City of West Palm Beach
401 Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
$150,287 - $225,430 a year - Full-time
Licenses
Class E
Do you have a valid Class E license?
Skills
Supervising experience
Management
Driving
Do you have experience in Supervising experience?
Education
High school diploma or GED
Bachelor's degree
Do you have a High school diploma or GED?
Benefits
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Paid holidays
401(a)
Full job description
Under general direction with the Mayor, Commission, and the City Administrator manages the Department of Housing and Community Development including formulating and coordinating the City’s housing and community development programs; formulation of policies, procedures, and strategies designed to attract and promote affordable/attainable housing and desirable community development in the City of West Palm Beach; and performs other related duties as assigned.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Budget, plans, develop, and manage the operations of the Department of Housing and Community Development.
2. Plans, organizes and implements goals and objectives of the Code Enforcement division.
3. Trains and develop staff to meet current and future needs of the department, comply with regulations, policies and procedures and build effective work methods to meet performance objectives.
4. Establishes quantifiable long- and short-term objectives for the Community Development Block Grant Program which seeks to meet identified needs.
5. Creates strategies that result in increased affordable/attainable housing for residents of the City.
6. Administers special programs and grants which include but are not limited to: the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG), the HOME Partnership Initiatives, the Housing Opportunities for Persons With Aids (HOPWA), the Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) Programs, the State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP), and the Housing Trust Fund, in accordance with appropriate rules, regulations, and guidelines.
7. Coordinates the development of new programs to meet statutory requirements in the areas of equal housing opportunity.
8. Develops and manages departmental goals, policies, procedures and programs.
9. Researches complex housing and community development problems and prepares related comprehensive reports as required.
10. Participates in radio, TV and other media interviews to promote Community Development and related programs and to educate the public.
11. Prepares and reviews reports and agenda items for the City Administrator and/or committees on housing and community development activities for presentation to the City Commission.
12. Develops Requests for Proposals according to the appropriate rules, regulations and guidelines pertaining to each individual program or grant.
13. Monitors programmatic activities and ensure through various audit procedures that funds are expended in accordance with laws and regulations.
14. Ensures the administration of assistance programs for the preservation and renovation of existing housing; plans, develop and implement new housing programs, and coordinates a community-wide housing plan.
15. Participates in and coordinates activities with other Departments related to housing and community development to ensure compliance with comprehensive plan policies, and City planning programs and processes.
16. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Salary
Depending on qualifications the hiring salary for this position can be within the range of $150,287 - $225,430 (Pay grade GM06)
Benefits
The City of West Palm Beach’s current benefits package includes:
Health, Dental and vision Insurance, and an Employee & Family Health Center with no co pays.
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Defined Compensation 401(a) Plan with a 6.5% City match.
$250,000 in Life Insurance
Twelve Paid Holidays
Vacation/Annual Leave
Sick Leave
Four Days of Management Leave per Year
Flexible spending account
Relocation expenses
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