Assistant Director, Planning and Development Services

Job Information

Job Category

Environmental, Land Use, Parks Planning, Rural Planning, Urban Design

Company Name

County of San Diego - Planning and Development Services

Position Level

Managerial

Job Description

Embrace Your Legacy: Join us at the forefront of public service and leadership. The Department of Planning & Development Services (PDS) is seeking qualified individuals for Assistant Director, Planning & Development Services. This exceptional executive position will be a strategist and innovator who strives for continuous improvement. The Assistant Director will serve as the PDS operational lead, supporting the Director and his focus on strategy, department direction, and stakeholder engagement. The position will oversee the Deputy Directors leading the operational divisions of: Project Planning, Land Development, Building Services, Code Compliance, Support (finance & administration) and I.T./ G.I.S. As the Assistant Director, you will assist in providing leadership and oversight to a department with 318 employees and a budget of $58 million dedicated to serving the public. Click here to view a detailed brochure outlining the duties and responsibilities of the position.    How to Apply:  Click here to apply.     

Required Skills / Experience / Education

Minimum Requirements: Five years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the classification. Experience must include four years of management level experience and at least one year of supervision; AND A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university or a certified foreign studies equivalency. Note: A master's or doctoral degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency, may substitute for up to one (1) year of the required experience.

US Citizenship Required?

Yes

Will security clearance be required?

No

Salary Range

$195,000 to $205,000

Other Benefits

BENEFITS • Fifteen days of paid vacation, thirteen days of paid sick leave, fourteen paid holidays, ten days of executive time off, and 3 days of paid emergency child and /or older adult leave per year • Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans • Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, and Accidental Death/Dismemberment Insurance • Flexible Management Benefit Package – a monthly credit may be used to select benefits from a group of options • Defined benefit retirement program • Reciprocity with other governmental retirement systems may be granted; for further information, visit the website for the San Diego County Employees Retirement Association at www.sdcera.org • Deferred Compensation Program 457 and 401(a) plans • May be eligible for a relocation allowance up to $20,000

Job Start Date

04/28/2025

Position Type

Permanent Full-Time

Travel

10%

Primary Language Required

English

Industry

Planning and Development Services

Job Location

Location Address

5510 Overland Ave
San Diego, California
92123

Contact Information

Hiring Contact Name

Bryan Faircloth

Email

bryan.faircloth@sdcounty.ca.gov

Website

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sdcounty/jobs/4842500/assistant-director-planning-and-development-services-25226902u?keywords=Assistant%20Direc&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs