Community and Economic Development and Planning Director

Start Date: June 24, 2024 | End Date: July 24, 2024
County: York County
Job Type: Planning

The Town of Berwick is accepting applications for the position of Community and Economic Development and Planning Director. This is a full-time, exempt position.

The Community and Economic & Planning Director plays a critical role in guiding the comprehensive development and well-being of a community. This multifaceted position combines responsibilities related to community development, economic growth, and town planning. The Director will lead and coordinate efforts to create a thriving, sustainable, and inclusive community by fostering economic prosperity, social equity, and responsible urban development. 

The successful candidate must have the ability to:

• Read technical plans related to subdivision, site plan, etc.
• Give presentations and conduct public outreach efforts
• Research, compile, and summarize a variety of informational and statistical data and materials
• Organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow up on assignments with a minimum of direction
• Apply logical thinking to solve problems or accomplish tasks and to understand, interpret, and communicate complicated policies, procedures, and protocols
• Communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing

In addition, the successful candidate must have:

• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of land use planning and its relationship to transportation and zoning issues

• Knowledge of applicable state, federal, and local laws, rules, and regulations
• Knowledge of methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis, and report presentation
• Knowledge of principles and practices of new urbanism, sustainability, complete streets, etc.
• Strong supervisory skills and decision-making abilities
• Considerable knowledge of and proficiency in current computer applications including Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of GIS: ESRI, CAD preferred

Experience and Education/Training:

• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred in a field related to the job and required skills and knowledge; master’s degree in planning preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Five years of municipal experience in Planning, Community Development or Economic Development.

Licenses/Certifications/Other:

• Valid Class C Driver’s License
• AICP (desirable)

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The Town offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off, and professional development.

Applications:  Qualified candidates are invited to submit an application, cover letter, resume and 3 professional references via e-mail to hr@berwickmaine.org, or send via US mail to:

Town of Berwick
11 Sullivan Street
Berwick, ME 03901-0696
Attention:  Human Resources

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

The Town of Berwick is committed to diversity in its workforce.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.