Strategic Planning Director jobs in Danbury, CT

Strategic Planning Director directs and oversees an organization's strategic and long-range goal planning function. Drives strategic initiatives and supports the development of long-term growth plans and profitability goals. Being a Strategic Planning Director analyzes emerging industry trends, expansion opportunities, including mergers and acquisitions, competitive threats, the viability of outside business partners, and sources of capital. Establishes and retains relationships with industry analysts and the investment community. Additionally, Strategic Planning Director utilizes data-driven methodologies to analyze business performance metrics and process improvement options effectively. Develops reporting and tools to communicate strategic plans and concepts to leadership. Conducts periodic status reviews of organizational goals and objectives to identify roadblocks to progress. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Strategic Planning Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Strategic Planning Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (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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Associate Director, Corporate Financial, Planning & Analysis
  • linde
  • Danbury, CT FULL_TIME
  • Management Reporting: In this individual contributor role, you will prepare monthly financial dashboards, tracking actual spend versus forecast, plan, and prior periods, identify key drivers of monthl...
  • 28 Days Ago

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Brand ambassador
  • Strategic Retail Solutions
  • Carmel, NY FULL_TIME
  • CLIENT BRAND AMBASSADOR Consistent hours each week! SRS is currently seeking a Client Brand Ambassador to merchandise a small cooler unit in local grocery stores. Must be reliable and only serious app...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Medical Office Assistant
  • Blue Sky Strategic Partners LLC
  • Newtown, CT CONTRACTOR,FULL_TIME
  • BioRestore is an age management clinic that provides hormone replacement therapy for both men and women, medical weight loss, and treatment for sexual dysfunction. We currently are servicing locations...
  • 11 Days Ago

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Solutions Marketing Manager
  • Strategic HR Client Job Openings
  • Danbury, CT FULL_TIME
  • Career Opportunity – Solutions Marketing Manager – Intelligent Infrastructure Solutions with ACRE Security in Danbury, CT Remote Position (Ideal if located in Danbury, CT) Are you an experienced Produ...
  • 11 Days Ago

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Technical Support Specialist - CT
  • Strategic HR Client Job Openings
  • Danbury, CT FULL_TIME
  • Career Opportunity: Technical Support Specialist – ACRE Operating Group – Danbury, CT Do you excel at problem solving client issues? Are you able to distinguish between hardware and software issues? A...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Executive Director
  • Verigent
  • Bethel, CT
  • Job Title: Executive Director Location: Bethel, CT (relocation assistance provided if needed) Duration: Direct Hire, Per...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Financial Planning and Analysis
  • Hoxton Circle
  • Stamford, CT
  • Hoxton Circle is partnering with a high growth private investment firm on a critical role: Director of FP&A. The group i...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director, Operations and SC
  • Arcmed
  • Danbury, CT
  • The Director Ops & Supply Chain has ultimate accountability and responsibility for manufacturing operations at our Danbu...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Head of Transformation - Global Business Services
  • Booking Holdings, Inc.
  • Norwalk, CT
  • Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) is the world's leading provider of online travel and related services, provided to consu...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Director, Commerical Strategy
  • Beiersdorf Inc
  • Stamford, CT
  • Caring for skin means caring for people.It all started with a pharmacist and a dream almost 140 years ago. Today, Beiers...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Vice President of Philanthropy
  • Women's Business Development Council
  • Stamford, CT
  • Overview The Womens Business Development Council (WBDC) is seeking a driven and passionate Vice President of Philanthrop...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Director, Regulatory Affairs Excellence (Remote)
  • Boehringer Ingelheim
  • Ridgefield, CT
  • **Description** As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and ...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Advancement
  • The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk
  • Norwalk, CT
  • DIRECTOR OF ADVANCEMENT The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk seeks a full time Director of Advancement. POSITION OVERVIEW Th...
  • 4/22/2024 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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