Planning Director jobs in Danbury, CT

Planning Director directs and oversees the patient service planning function for a hospital or healthcare system. Performs analysis of trends in healthcare and makes recommendations for new services or changes in existing services. Being a Planning Director supports feasibility analysis and new program planning. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Planning Director typically reports to top management. The Planning Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Planning Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Planning Director
  • City of Danbury
  • Danbury, CT FULL_TIME
  • The City of Danbury is announcing an opening for the position of 
    Planning Director

    General Statement of Duties
    Under the direction of the Mayor, the Planning Director manages and supervises all activities and employees of the Department of Planning and Zoning. The Director prepares and implements the Plan of Conservation and Development, community and neighborhood plans, and other public improvement and/or affordable housing plans and projects; directs the enforcement of zoning, subdivision, and other land use regulations and prepares amendments thereto; and, develops, manages and directs improvement projects for the revitalization of the city. The Director coordinates development and capital improvement programming activities for the City and prepares the annual five-year capital improvement program; monitors state and federal legislation, programs and funding resources; and, as appropriate, applies for funding and manages grants for projects that promote the planning objectives and the orderly development of the City. In accordance with the provisions of the Code of Ordinances, the Director also reviews applications for deferral of assessment increases attributable to construction of improvements and reports to City Council as required pursuant thereto.   The Director promotes the economic development of the city in coordination with the Mayor’s Office, supervises permit coordination, and advises the City officials and land use commissions on planning and zoning matters.  The Director ensures the City is in compliance with mandated land use, zoning, and other applicable provisions of state statutes.    

    Duties and Responsibilities
    1. Assumes full management responsibility to lead, develop and implement the planning program goals, funding, objectives, policies and priorities
    2. Advises and makes recommendations to the Mayor, City Council, land use commissions, and other authorities, boards and commissions on matters pertaining to planning, land use regulations, and community and economic developments
    3. Prepares and periodically updates the Plan of Conservation and Development, The Affordable Housing Plan, and neighborhood plans
    4. Tracks the inventory of affordable housing units pursuant to CT General Statutes Section 8-30g and assists the Department of Health and Human Services, as necessary, with affordable housing zoning-related issues
    5. Makes recommendations for and on amendments to the zoning and subdivision regulations and aquifer protection area regulations
    6. Directs staff recommendations to the Planning and Zoning Commissions
    7. Provides general direction in the operation of the Permit Center, as may be necessary in coordination with the Director of Permit Coordination
    8. Prepares planning studies and improvement projects
    9. Serves as Executive Director of the Danbury Redevelopment Agency
    10. Coordinates downtown revitalization plans, programs, and projects and serves as liaison to CityCenter Danbury
    11. Annually prepares a five-year capital improvement program
    12. Promotes economic development efforts
    13. Monitors state and federal programs and funding sources related to community development
    14. Directs staff recommendations on proposed public improvements, the acquisition, sale or lease of public land, the location or extension of public housing, development and redevelopment, and the location and extension of public utilities
    15. Coordinates regional planning programs with WestCOG and neighboring towns
    16. Meets with the public and business and community organizations on planning issues facing the City
    17. Prepares and manages the department operating budget
    18. Coordinates department activities with other City departments, outside agencies, and organizations
    19. Oversees resolution of difficult planning, development, and administrative policy questions
    20. Supervises department staff
    21. Undertakes such other duties as prescribed by the Mayor.
    Requirements
    Education and Experience
    • Master’s Degree in planning or closely-related field, including public administration, or urban geography. Preference will be given to applicants that have a Master’s degree in Urban Planning. 
    • 5 years progressively responsible experience in city and/or regional planning 
    • American Planning Association membership and membership in the American Institute of Certified Planners are required 
    • 3 years supervisory experience
    Knowledge
    • Extensive knowledge of principles and practices of city planning and comprehensive planning, policy development processes and implementation approaches
    • Extensive knowledge of land use law, including zoning and subdivision regulations; extensive knowledge of community and economic development
    • Considerable knowledge of downtown development, redevelopment and urban design; considerable 
    • Considerable knowledge of public administration 
    • Knowledge of transportation, environmental and neighborhood planning 
    • Knowledge of state and federal community development programs; Familiarity with Connecticut land use and zoning laws 
    • Knowledge of Planning computer applications
    Skills
    • Excellent communication skills; including the ability to communicate clearly and concisely across multiple audiences and partners
    • Public Speaking
    • Written and Oral Communication Skills
    • Organizational and time management skills
    • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
    • Proficiency in Microsoft office
    Abilities
    • Use sound judgment in the administration of land use regulations.  
    • Analyze problems, identify solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals
    • Establish and maintain effective working relationships 
    • Plan and manage department operating budget
    • Identify partnerships with other programs/institutions 
    • Interact with the public with tact and diplomacy
    • Maintain professionalism under stressful situations
    • Work independently and as a team, assume responsibility and take initiative
    • Balance and prioritize multiple demands and deadlines
    • Ability to work off hours for attendance at land use commission meetings, City Council meetings, and other meetings as necessary
    Application Submission:
         
    Qualified applications must be submitted online at www.danbury-ct.gov/employment. This position will remain open until filled. EEO/M/F/D/V   
         
     Important Note:  Paper applications will not be accepted. 
         
    The application must be completed in its entirety.  Omissions, false, misleading or inaccurate information will result in rejection of the application.
               
    Please contact the Human Resources/Civil Service Department at (203) 797-4598 or humanresources@danbury-ct.gov if you need assistance or if you have any general questions.

    The City of Danbury will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of sex, race, color, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, national origin, ancestry, age, veteran status, or disability, except where it is a bona fide occupational qualification.
     
    We encourage African Americans, women, Hispanics, and other minorities who meet the minimum qualifications to apply.  EEO/M/F/D/V
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Senior, Program Planning/Scheduling Analyst {D}
  • Danbury Mission Technologies
  • Danbury, CT FULL_TIME
  • As a Senior Program Planning/Scheduling Analyst, you will work in a cross-functional team collaborating with the business leaders and delivering real-time solutions to our clients. You will interface ...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Center Director or Assistant Director
  • The Learning Experience #215
  • Newtown, CT FULL_TIME
  • Our vision is to create a school where staff are proud to work, parents are happy to send their children, and children are loved and learning. Come make this vision a reality!The Learning Experience -...
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Director of Facilities
  • Newport Healthcare
  • Bethlehem, CT FULL_TIME
  • About Us Newport Healthcare is a nationwide behavioral healthcare organization dedicated to transforming young lives through evidence-based care. To that end, we have assembled the best teen and young...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Director of Quality
  • Nuvance Health
  • Carmel, NY FULL_TIME
  • Nuvance Health has a network of convenient hospital and outpatient locations — Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital, Norwalk Hospital and Sharon Hospital in Connecticut, and Northern Dutchess Hospit...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Finance Director
  • Resonetics
  • Bethel, CT FULL_TIME
  • Overview The Finance Director is responsible for the activities and operations of the Accounting and Finance function for the Memry entities in Bethel, CT, New Hartford, NY and Menlo Park, CA. This po...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Director, Customer Experience
  • Rhone Apparel
  • Stamford, CT
  • **About the Company:** **Founded in 2014, Rhone is clothing made for the pursuit of progress. Engineered for an active l...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Program Director of Safe and Timely Release
  • Lutheran Social Services of New York - Safe Haven
  • Yonkers, NY
  • Job Description Job Description LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES OF NEW YORK POSITION: Assistant Director of Safe and Timely Rel...
  • 3/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Marketing Director, Brand & Product Innovation, Skin Creative
  • BIC Corporation
  • Shelton, CT
  • **Marketing Director, Brand & Product Innovation, Skin Creative** 4799 Marketing and Product Mgmt Shelton, CT, US For ov...
  • 3/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Associate Director, Global Principal QM Auditor (Remote)
  • Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc
  • Ridgefield, CT
  • Description As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and deliv...
  • 3/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Associate Director, Global QM Auditor (Remote)
  • Careerbuilder
  • Ridgefield, CT
  • As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our p...
  • 3/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Associate Director, Global QM Auditor (Remote)
  • Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc
  • Ridgefield, CT
  • Description As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and deliv...
  • 3/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Food Service Director
  • HC&N Healthcare Solutions
  • Stony Point, NY
  • HC&N Healthcare Solutions - Food Service Director A nursing home is looking for a Food Service Director to join the team...
  • 3/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Camp Counselor - Lakewood-Trumbull YMCA Camp Tepee
  • Central Connecticut Coast YMCA
  • Monroe, CT
  • Description The Day Camp Senior Counselor provides direct supervision to a group of children in a seasonal day camp sett...
  • 3/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

Danbury is a city in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States, located approximately 50 miles (80 km) northeast of New York City making it part of the New York metropolitan area. Danbury's population at the 2010 census was 80,893. Danbury is the fourth most populous city in Fairfield County, and seventh among Connecticut cities. The city is within the New York combined statistical area and Bridgeport metropolitan area. The city is named for Danbury in Essex, England. It is nicknamed the "Hat City" because for a period in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries it was the center of the...
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