Assistant Community Development Director – Oshkosh, WI (pop. 67,408) The City of Oshkosh seeking an Assistant Community Development Director to be part of the City’s Community Development Department team and help lead the growth in our community. Currently, the City has multiple industrial and commercial projects taking place with catalyst redevelopment projects occurring along the waterfront and in the central city. This position will be a key component to leading these efforts. When you join our team, you join a culture which encourages and supports career development, rewards hard work and excellence, and values diversity.
This is a management and professional position responsible for supervising professional staff and project management of community and economic development programs within the Community Development Department. The position may have direct or indirect management over staff in various divisions within the Community Development Department. The position will assist the Director of Community Development with various responsibilities within the Department.
We are seeking a candidate who can bring fresh perspective to the organization regarding public administration and public policy, and offer unique outside perspectives and experiences to the organization. This position will serve a substantive role in coordinating, facilitating and managing priority projects that require the involvement of multiple divisions and departments within the City.
The successful candidate will:
- Provide enthusiasm and focused energy to important high priority projects;
- Have a record of problem solving and decisiveness;
- Possess a passion for public service; and
- Have a desire to lead and work collaboratively with members of the Community Development team as well as other departments on the delivery of city services.
Candidates should also have:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Planning, Community/Economic Development, Public Administration, or related field; a Master’s Degree is preferred;
- Certification as a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) or by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is desirable;
- Eight (8) to ten (10) years of experience in business development, community planning, or a related field and three (3) or more years of supervisory experience
The starting salary range is $94,302 – $129,324 DOQ. Candidates should apply by completing their application along with submitting a resume and cover letter to www.oshkoshwi.gov. The City of Oshkosh is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
