Oversee urban growth strategies to align with the City's long -term vision, inter- governmental agreements, and regional compliance requirements.•Oversees land use and building permitting with focus on providing an efficient, effective, and customer service -oriented process.•Partners with external agencies to ensure the City's strategic interests are clearly communicated and supported.•Directs the development, • implementation, and • administration of the • Department budget; • monitors expenditures, • optimizes resource • allocation, and ensures • cost -effective utilization of • both internal staff and • external contracted services. Competencies & Traits •A proven track record of managing and mentoring high -performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability, and building strong, trusting relationships with employees, city management, and the public.•An accessible leader and active listener with superior oral and written communication skills, capable of translating complex concepts into clear information for diverse audiences.•Demonstrated ability to oversee complex, concurrent projects, modernize departmental policies, and implement progressive goals and objectives that align with the City's long -term vision.