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Director of Community Development

Job in Bay City, Bay County, Michigan, 48706, USA
Listing for: Baycitymi
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-01
Job specializations:
  • Management
    Operations Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

City of Bay City Full Time - Community Development Director

Non-Union/Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for supervising, planning, directing, managing and overseeing the activities and operations of the Community Development Department including the Economic Development, Planning & Zoning, Building Enforcement, Code Enforcement and Grant Management Divisions. The position coordinates assigned activities with other City Departments and outside agencies.

Work is performed under the general direction of the City Manager and is performed with discretion and latitude in meeting those objectives. Exercises direct supervision over Management, Professional, Technical, and Clerical staff.

ILLUSTRATIVE JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Department Director and supervisor of other employees, is responsible to ensure that employees have the skills and training necessary to successfully complete their job requirements and meet/exceed the expectations and requirements of the City. In this regard, must be able to clearly communicate these expectations to direct reports, provide the necessary tools and training and ensure that all employees are knowledgeable of and comply with all City Policies and Procedures, including Health and Safety.

Will be held accountable and evaluated on departmental goals and objectives as set by City Manager. The position shall ensure that all subordinate personnel are held accountable for all assigned job duties and responsibilities by conducting regular performance evaluations.

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all the following essential functions. These examples do not include all the duties which an employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

  • Provide leadership and management for the Community Development Department, ensuring fair, professional supervision, high performance, employee productivity, and a customer-service-focused work culture.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable Federal, State, City laws, regulations, General Orders, policies, safety requirements, and departmental directives.
  • Direct and oversee departmental operations and services
    , including economic development, planning and zoning, building and construction enforcement, code and rental enforcement, and community development programs.
  • Develop, administer, and monitor the departmental budgets
    , including financial controls, recordkeeping, reporting, and compliance with adopted policies and procedures.
  • Manage and oversee federal grant programs
    , including CDBG, HOME, and related housing programs, encompassing planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and regulatory compliance.
  • Plan, coordinate, and implement community and economic development strategies
    , including redevelopment of underutilized properties and collaboration with internal departments and external partners.
  • Serve as the primary liaison and representative of the Department to City leadership, elected officials, boards and commissions, citizen groups, developers, businesses, outside agencies, and the general public.
  • Advise and support the City Manager, City Commission, and boards/commissions
    , including preparing staff reports, resolutions, presentations, ordinance recommendations, and technical guidance.
  • Oversee staff development and training
    , ensuring employees meet all required certifications, continuing education, and performance standards.
  • Maintain effective labor and employee relations
    , including communication, problem resolution, and participation in collective bargaining activities as assigned.
  • Respond to and resolve sensitive or complex issues
    , including citizen inquiries, complaints, and controversial development or regulatory matters.
  • Pursue continuous improvement initiatives
    , streamlining processes, improving operational efficiency, and undertaking special projects or related duties as assigned.
  • Performs related work as required.
  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. The…

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