Community Development Director

Posted By: Rachel Viesselman Classifieds,

This position will report to the City Administrator and is responsible for organizing and directing the full range of community development operations as they relate to planning, zoning, and economic development; residential and commercial ordinance administration; property maintenance codes and enforcement; department personnel supervision; development and implementation of a Lakes Management Plan; involvement in authorities/commissions; and other duties as assigned. Qualifications for this position include a bachelor's degree in community planning, economic development, public administration, or related field and five years of progressively responsible experience in planning, economic development, community development, and housing and/or redevelopment, including some supervisory experience. Preferred qualifications include American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certifications; Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) or Economic Development Finance Professional (EDFP) certifications; and a master’s degree in community planning, economic development, public administration, or related field.

Visit the City’s website (www.fairmont.org) to view the complete job description and application instructions. The deadline to apply is 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17th.

Name:  Rachel Viesselman
Company:  City of Fairmont
Title:  HR Manager
Email Address:  rviesselman@fairmont.org
Phone:  507-238-3935