Director, Housing & Community Development

Job description

The purpose of this classification is to plan, direct and oversee the operations and staff of the Housing and Community Development Department. Responsible for the overall administration, operation and implementation of housing and neighborhood economic developments for the Consolidated Government within the guidelines of Federal, State, and Local laws, county ordinances, policies and procedures, and departmental regulations. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILIITIES: - Directs the overall planning, operation, and administration of the Housing & Community Development Department,: develops and implements long- and short-term plans, goals, and objectives for the department; organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work activities in order to meet objectives; ensures that subordinates have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work; evaluates performance and effectiveness of current services, programs, and systems in relation to growing community housing needs; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise; and identifies and implements needed changes, modifications and/or enhancements. - Manages, directs, and evaluates a...