Retail Store Planning and Construction Director jobs in Oxnard, CA

Known for its spectacular location and natural beauty, neighborhood atmosphere, services available to residents, open space and adjacency to points of destination throughout Southern California, the City of Westlake Village (pop. 8,378) is one of the most desirable communities to live, work and recreate in California. The City is seeking a creative, thoughtful leader, and a strategic thinker to serve as its new Planning Director.

The ideal candidate will be a detailed, engaged, collaborative, inclusive, astute, and enthusiastic individual that possesses and employs big-picture skills and perspectives to address current and prospective local and regional planning matters and policy issues in a dynamic, fast paced environment. Moreover, the successful applicant must be a “people person,” have maturity for working with the public, staff, homeowners’ associations and consultants; serve as a role-model and mentor for staff; be articulate and approachable; convey confidence, and engender trust. This position requires a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in urban planning or a related field, and at least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in municipal planning and management. A Master’s degree with major coursework in community development, urban planning or a related field or AICP certification, and 3 years of experience as a supervisor is highly preferred.

The City offers a competitive salary based on experience and qualifications, plus a competitive benefit health and retirement package.

Filing deadline: November 17, 2023
Resumes are acknowledged within 2 business days.