Division Director - Development Review / Community Development

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PURPOSE: The purpose of this position is to organize, supervise, manage, and direct all aspects of the division's plan review, inspection, and enforcement duties involving proposed land disturbance sites, subdivision improvements, and commercial sites, to coordinate and serve as project manager for Neighborhood Improvement District projects, to coordinate the county's Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit activities and storm water plan, and to coordinate the Emergency Repair Sanitary Sewer Lateral Program. The work is performed under the direction of the Director - Community Development.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Manages and monitors all aspects of the department's design review duties, involving proposed subdivision improvements, commercial sites, and Neighborhood Improvement District projects.
• Supervises a staff of engineers, inspectors, and technicians performing plan review. Manages performance and evaluates staff.
• Responds to inquiries regarding current and future projects.
• Works with public, consultants, developers and staff to resolve design issues related to subdivision, commercial, and proposed Neighborhood Improvement Districts.
• Reviews and proposes modifications to county design specifications on an on-going basis.
• Coordinates and prepares county's MS4 permit application and annual report for stormwater activities.
• Coordinates stormwater plan and activities with municipal, state, and federal agencies and their representatives.
• Conducts staff meetings.
• Maintains, trains and manages Citizenserve permitting software.
• Schedules and conducts meetings with the public.
• Responsible for scheduling and conducting meetings with consultants, developers, municipalities and other county departments.
• Coordinates Neighborhood Improvement District program, including maintaining annual assessment rolls.
• Coordinates Emergency Repair Sanitary Sewer Lateral program, including maintaining annual assessment rolls, mapping data, permitting, and coordination with participating municipal sewer districts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field, with master's degree in civil engineering or business administration preferred.

• Certifications

• Certification as a Professional Engineer by the Missouri State Board of Registrars for Architects and Professional Engineers desired.

• Valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.

• Job Experience

• 6 years of progressively responsible planning, design and/or design review experience.

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of modern bridge, roadway and storm water drainage system design.

• Knowledge of State and Federal permits, policies, standards and specifications.

• Knowledge of drafting, planning, engineering and surveying principles, techniques and equipment.

• An equal combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Employment is contingent on successfully passing a full criminal background check.

BENEFITS: This is a full-time 40 hour per week position which includes a full range of benefits including Paid Time Off, Extended Medical Leave, Holidays, Employee Health, Dental, Life, Disability, Retirement, and Tuition Assistance programs.

TO APPLY: All applications must be submitted using the APPLY NOW link above. We do not accept faxed, e-mailed or print applications.

Applications will be accepted on a continuing basis until the position is filled or a sufficient number of qualified candidates has applied.

St. Charles County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. St. Charles County is a drug and alcohol-free workplace. A pre-employment drug screen is required for all positions.