Redevelopment Planning Manager

The Redevelopment Department is a catalyst for transformative, city-led reinvestment and redevelopment initiatives, shaping the future in alignment with bold, long-term growth objectives. As a visionary leader, the Redevelopment Planning Manager designs and executes dynamic redevelopment strategies, leveraging data-driven insights and adaptive planning to drive sustainable progress. This position builds and maintains professional relationships with all stakeholders to ensure collaborative, high-impact outcomes that redefine the City's landscape.
As the Redevelopment Planning Manager, you will:

• Lead and execute citywide and neighborhood-specific redevelopment planning initiatives, aligning with the City's Land Use Plan and overarching redevelopment strategy.
• Drive high-impact strategic projects, managing multiple initiatives simultaneously with agility and vision.
• Develop and spearhead community engagement and education campaigns to build momentum for redevelopment efforts, including public meetings and stakeholder outreach.
• Facilitate negotiations for Development Agreements to advance transformative projects.
• Conduct data-driven analysis, prepare reports, and contribute to strategic redevelopment initiatives.
• Collaborate with developers and property owners to accelerate investment and revitalization efforts.
• Coordinate cross-departmental efforts to streamline redevelopment-led projects, ensuring planning policies are grounded in economic development/market considerations and infrastructure and capital investment priorities.
• Serve as a key resource for citizens, developers, and stakeholders, providing insights on redevelopment initiatives.
• Deliver and present clear, engaging reports and public presentations to City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, boards, and community groups.
• Oversee consultant engagements, ensuring project success through performance, budget, and schedule management.
• Guide and mentor team members, optimizing workflow to achieve departmental goals.
• Enhance digital and public communications related to redevelopment initiatives.
• Apply independent judgment and a commitment to excellence in all responsibilities.

Formal Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning or related field from an accredited school or university is required. A Master's Degree in Urban Planning or a related field is preferred.

Relatable Work Experience:

• Five years of work experience in Urban Planning at the local level, either in the public or the private sector.
• At least three years supervisory experience required.

Training (License and/or Certification):

• Valid Texas Class C driver's license.
• Membership in the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) or the ability to obtain membership within one year is required