Community Director - Web jobs in Maine

Position Details

The Town of Kennebunk is seeking a full-time Deputy Director in the Community Development Division.

This is a highly skilled and professional administrative position responsible for Community Development functions in Town, including daily supervision of Community Development staff and management oversight of Code Enforcement and Planning Offices operations. The Deputy Director works with community and regional partners on strategic initiatives and long-range planning activities related to open space, housing, transportation and climate. Independence, initiative, resourcefulness, analytical and critical thinking skills, creativity, and follow-through are expected of the employee in the normal conduct of the work.

The Deputy Director of Community Development works closely with Town leadership and community stakeholders, including the Town Manager, Town Division Directors, and board and committee members, in providing professional guidance and management of the Town’s community development efforts. The Deputy Director attends and participates in evening Select Board, Planning Board, and committee meetings as assigned.

A condition of employment is the successful completion of an extensive background check. For more information about the position, view the online posting on the Town’s website.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in community or economic development, public administration or related field;
• Supervisory experience of various staff;
• Demonstrated experience in long range planning efforts at the municipal level or equivalent;
• Demonstrated experience with master planning transportation, housing or other related technical planning studies;
• Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in a complex municipal environment preferred;
• Knowledge of codes and planning preferred; or
• Any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, abilities, and work experience may be considered.

Pay & Benefits

This is an exempt, non-union position with a starting salary range of $89,722 – $108,589/year, Grade K of the Town’s non-union pay ranges. Starting pay will be determined based on demonstrated knowledge, skills, abilities, and work experience.

The Town promotes a work/life balance through its wellness opportunities, paid time off, and leave policies to support employees’ varying needs. Offerings include:

• Health (supplemented by 100% Town paid HRA) or Health Opt-Out Buyout (payment for having outside health coverage)
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability (income protection)
• Retirement (MainePERS or MissionSquare 401a, & an optional 457 deferred compensation plan)
• 13 paid holidays per year
• Paid time off including 3 weeks of vacation in your first year, 12 sick days per year, and on date of hire you have 2 personal days and 1 floating holiday to use when you choose!
• Town paid training and tuition reimbursement program
• Four weeks of Town paid parental leave, following the birth of an employee’s child or the placement of a child with an employee in connection with adoption or foster care.

Where applicable, coverage is offered at the single, employee/spouse or domestic partner, and family levels.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit a resume, cover letter and employment application to meet application requirements. Please submit the application and any supplemental materials online through the Town’s Career Portal.

Paper copies of the employment application are available upon request. If you have questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources via email or call (207) 604-1382.

First review of applications is March 6. The position will remain open until filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $89,722.00 - $108,589.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Kennebunk, ME 04043: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person