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Employer: Snohomish County Planning and Development Services Job Description: The mission of the Snohomish County Planning and Development Services (PDS) Department is to enhance the quality of life for current and future generations by promoting protection of natural resources and facilitating the development of safe, sustainable and resilient communities.PDS seeks employees who are self-managing high performers, accountable for their actions, and dedicated to providing superior customer service. Ideal candidates are excited about change and learning, are innovative, organized, exceptionally customer-service oriented, and have a passion for public service. PDS is seeking a highly capable and inspirational individual to lead and manage the dedicated team of professionals within our code and policy development (Long Range Planning) division. This position plans, organizes, coordinates and directs the activities of the planning team, which consists of approximately 16 FTEs, and serves as a member of the Department's core management and strategic planning teams.This posting is open until filled with the first look at applications being the week of January 18, 2021.The hiring process may include one or more of (but is not limited to) the following: application review and evaluation, supplemental question review, and interview. Top candidates may be invited to a second interview at management's discretion. Job Duties: BASIC FUNCTION
STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
WHEN ASSIGNED TO PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION:
WHEN ASSIGNED TO LAND DEVELOPMENT DIVISION:
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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Supplemental Information: KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: the theory, principles and practices of modern planning, permitting and public administration; relevant laws, rules, regulations and legislation governing various planning and development projects and programs; principles and practices of program and systems planning, organization and budgeting; principles and practices of effective supervision;principles and practices of personnel management; principles and practices of financial management; principles and practices of technology application; communication, marketing and public and media relations;principles and practices of modern management, including team development and empowerment. Ability to: develop, support, and inspire others to participate and contribute to a shared vision of customer service, integrity and accountability; lead people in complex work production;inspire trust and confidence; empower decision making, problem solving and growth through change; plan, organize, coordinate and direct the operations and activities of division;effectively supervise, manage and evaluate the work of employees; prepare and administer the division's budget, work plan and business plans; work cooperatively and productively with other members of the management team to accomplish the goals and objectives of the Department's strategic plan; synthesize details of division and department operations and translate or condense those details into key measures of performance related to division and department targets; analyze division operations and take effective action to correct deficiencies and resolve problems; read, interpret and apply a variety of work related laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures; establish and maintain effective working relationships with public officials, management, associates, subordinates, employees of other agencies, customers, stakeholders, and with the general public;communicate effectively orally, graphically, and in writing;prepare a variety of correspondence, reports and other written materials;work as an integral and effective member of the Department's management team;work under pressure and delegate responsibility effectively. SUPERVISION The employee reports directly to the Director or Deputy Director and is responsible for all operations and activities of a division. The work is performed with a high degree of independent judgment. The employee is responsible for the development of budgets, work plans, work performance and product/service delivery of the division. Performance is evaluated through conferences, periodic reports, and results obtained. The employee supervises engineers, professional level staff, administrative and clerical personnel. WORKING CONDITIONS The majority of work performed is in the usual office environment with occasional field trips to locations throughout the county. The employee may be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays. How to Apply: Apply Today! |