Planning & Development Director

Job Classification:

Non-exempt, Full-Time

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and as needed

City Administrator

Louisburg, KS

The Planning and Development Director is responsible for oversight of development operations within the City of Louisburg. This position is intended to serve a number of roles during the expected growth of the community.

• Coordinates planning efforts on behalf of the City;
• Oversees both existing and new plans;
• Develops metrics and tracks metrics for the purpose of reporting goals and objectives progress on a regular basis;
• Draft regulations pertaining to land use and development;
• Gather and analyze data from market research, census and economic and environmental studies;
• Conduct field investigations to analyze factors affecting community development/decline, including land use;
• Assess the feasibility of development proposals and site plans and identify for approval or denial;
• Assists in the management of the city’s current infrastructure and urban resources;
• Acts as additional contact for communications between the city and the general public, development groups, builders, investors, etc.;
• Plans, directs, coordinates and reviews required work plans for current, long range and special planning projects;
• Conducts planning studies;
• Coordinates with City and regional boards and commissions for design and implementation of plans and planning efforts;
• Advises the Council and City Administrator of all possible grants or other opportunities that may benefit the City;
• Assists in the preparation of all forms authorized or required by the State or Federal government;
• Acts as permit coordinator for all building and sign permits;
• Manages all department equipment and resources, has authority to purchase necessary equipment and supplies, and assists in the preparation of the city’s annual budget;
• Assists other departments as the need arises;
• Works closely with Public Works employees concerning utility questions and functions of new and existing projects;
• Oversees the recruitment, employment, evaluation and release of staff with approval from the City Council;
• Oversees Planning & Zoning Coordinator in reviewing and preparing reports for a variety of boards, commissions and committees, including the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, Convention & Tourism Committee, and City Council;
• Answers phone calls and emails regarding development proposals, permit questions, and other property / planning questions;
• Performs other duties as deemed necessary or assigned.

• Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of zoning and code enforcement;
• Assists Planning & Zoning Coordinator prepare reports for applications by homeowners and businesses regarding planning and zoning, and zoning appeals, performing inspections of both public and private property to enforce the city’s zoning and sign regulations;
• Attend City Council, Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals meetings;
• Prepares and oversees budget, code department invoices and statements for line-item budget accounting;
• Monthly and annual reports of master plan progress and goal setting for out year planning and budget considerations.

• A master’s degree from an accredited university in communications, planning, or other closely related field is required. A bachelor’s degree combined with 7+ years of experience may be substituted for a master’s degree.
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in communications, planning or closely related field is required.
• AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners) certification is preferred, APA (American Planning Association) membership is required.
• The employee must be able to accurately prepare reports, memos, and other documents; to interpret data; anticipate problems; and read and interpret written instructions. Excellent organizational, time management, and prioritizing skills are required.
• Must possess a high level of computer skills with advanced knowledge of various computer systems, telephone systems and other office equipment.
• Must possess the ability…