Assistant Community Development Director

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Community Development Director, the Assistant Community Development Director, oversees the operations and activities of the Community Development Office which includes Planning and Economic Development, Parks, Solid Waste/Recycling, GIS, Senior Services and Veterans Affairs. This position is responsible for program administration, strategic planning, and departmental leadership.

Calhoun County is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workplace that provides an inclusive environment with equitable treatment for all employees and the public it serves.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the Director to establish and prioritize departmental goals and strategies.
• Assists the Director in developing and evaluating internal policies and operating procedures and develops staff organization to carry out departmental operations.
• Develops, strategizes, and promotes community-based programs and services through education, public outreach, and stakeholder engagement.
• Serves as a representative to federal, state, and local agencies ensuring collaboration and compliance of programs.
• Provides leadership and support to boards, commissions, and committees.
• Supervises and monitors work activities as needed, including hiring, scheduling, directing work assignments, coaching, maintenance activities, training, development, and discipline.
• Identify grant opportunities to support existing and planned activities as well as lead the development, writing, and submission of grant proposals to federal, state, and private funding agencies.
• Assists the Director in preparing and managing the budget for various divisions, analyzing funding opportunities, and ensuing fiscal responsibility.
• Acts on behalf of the Community Development Director in their absence.
• Conducts research to inform policy, evaluate programs, and address community needs effectively.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or combination of education and experience commensurate with the requirements of this position.
• Four to six years of progressively more responsible experience in program management, project budgeting, and general financial management; supervisory experience preferred.
• Supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude, strong work ethic, and to handle matters with others in a courteous, respectful, responsive, and effective manner.
• Ability to solve problems in an effective manner and must have strong organizational, planning, and project management skills.
• Proficient computer skills necessary to effectively utilize spreadsheets, databases, word processing, computerized accounting software and create presentations.
• Organization and time management skills.
• Oral, written, and interpersonal skills including presentation skills.
• Ability to travel between County buildings and attend off-site meetings as needed, with reliable transportation.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups from a variety of identities, cultures, backgrounds, and ideologies with a commitment to equity and inclusion.

Calhoun County's benefits package offers flexibility, choice, and value. It is an attractive component of our employees total compensation package. At Calhoun County, we know that good benefit plans are important to employees and their families. We're committed to providing employees with access to a wide range of information and tools so they can stay informed and make the most of their Calhoun County flexible benefit package.

What benefits does Calhoun County offer its full time employees?

Medical: Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Michigan with 3 Different Flexible Benefit Plan Options
Dental: 100% Employer Paid through Delta Dental
Vision: 100% Employer Paid through BCBSM Vision Services Plan (VSP)
Employee Health & Wellness Center (Premise Health): Most Services 100% Employer Paid
Life Insurance: 100% Employer Paid for Basic Life & AD&D
Short Term Disability: 100% Employer Paid for 67% Wage Loss Benefits up to 26 Weeks
Retirement: Employer 401(k) Match Program Up to 7% of Employee Contribution
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): 100% Employer Paid Through Bronson HelpNet

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Flexible Scheduling & Telecommuting Options Depending on Position & Department

• Start through fourth years – 168 Hours (4.2 weeks based on 40-hour work week)
• Fifth through ninth years – 208 Hours (5.2 weeks)
• Tenth through fourteenth years – 248 Hours (6.2 weeks)
• Fifteen and Subsequent years – 288 Hours (7.2 weeks)

(amounts & distribution may vary slightly by union contract, policy, and/or defined work week)

Paid Holidays: 14 Paid Holidays Throughout the Year

• Term Life Insurance (above Employer Paid Plan)
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Long Term Disability Wage Loss Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee Wellness Program
• Perks Program (discounts at local merchants for being a County employee)