City of Portland - Deputy Director - Planning & Urban Development

The City of Portland is seeking a Deputy Director for its Planning & Urban Development Department. This management role involves overseeing projects related to development review, historic preservation, and long-range planning. Responsibilities include engaging with stakeholders, rewriting the Land Use Code, and presenting plans to the City Council. Candidates should have an advanced degree in urban planning and at least five years of relevant experience. The position is based in Portland, ME.
City of Portland - Deputy Director - Planning & Urban Development

Deputy Director – Planning & Urban Development Department

The City of Portland, Maine, has an opening for a Deputy Director in the Planning & Urban Development Department. This is an opportunity to work with a great team in Maine’s largest city on a multitude of innovative planning initiatives. To learn more about the Planning & Urban Department, click here.

This is a highly responsible management position in a department engaged in ambitious projects that impact Portland residents, businesses, and visitors. The Deputy Director will help oversee and work closely with staff on new and ongoing projects in the department which encompasses development review, historic preservation, and long range and transportation planning. Specific responsibilities include working with developers and property owners on proposed redevelopment projects; leading ongoing rewriting of the City’s Land Use Code and other policy initiatives; working with neighborhood groups, residents and other stakeholders to ensure robust public engagement in policy and development issues; presenting proposed City plans and policies to the City Council, boards and committees, as well in other public forums; maintaining effective working relationships with Directors and division heads for other City departments; representing the City in various venues; and supporting a balanced approach to growth and development that reflects the vision of Portland’s Comprehensive Plan and City Council policy direction.

Requirements

• Applicants should have a strong record of working with a variety of stakeholders in a complex urban environment.

• Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of urban planning.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• The position requires an advanced degree in urban planning, or closely related field, and a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience.

Applications accepted until filled

Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.

Salary & Benefits:

This is a non-union position (Grade D62) -Pay range: $93,421.00 - $105,162.00/year

The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment. City benefits include:

• Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives

• Thirteen paid holidays

• Sick, vacation, and personal leave

• Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances

• Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan

• Use of City recreation facilities

• Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College

If you have questions or need assistance with the application, please contact Shae Gonzalez (City of Portland Recruiter) at sgonzalez@portlandmaine.gov or 207-653-3615

The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov

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