The town of Plymouth seeks qualified applicants for the position of Deputy Director of Planning and Development.
NOTE: Please apply online at www.plymouth-ma.gov
This position consists of professional, technical, and administrative work in administering planning and land use controls and coordinating and shaping both the short-range and long-range physical, social, and economic development and improvement plans of the own of Plymouth. Works under the administrative direction of the Director of Planning and Development and may be designated to serve as Department Head in the absence of the Director of Planning and Development. Directly and partially supervises Planning and Development Staff. Work is generally performed under typical office conditions; occasionally, work is conducted in the field with exposure to weather conditions and hazardous conditions associated with construction sites. Required to attend regular evening meetings. May also include work on weekends and outside of regular hours to respond to important situations and emergencies.
Essential functions include assisting the Director of Planning and Development in directing and coordinating the planning and development activities within the town of Plymouth, including land acquisition and management, conservation administration and enforcement, redevelopment, revitalization, and rehabilitation activities, historic preservation, economic development, and affordable housing administration. Supervises and assists in preparation of proposed amendments to zoning bylaws, subdivision rules and regulations, and subdivision construction, and in cooperation with Inspectional Services, the administration of some aspects including compliance with conditions of approval of special permits issued by the Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals under the Zoning Bylaws. Supervises and assists in grant fund administration for housing programs, capital projects and public services.
The town of Plymouth offers a competitive benefits package including 70% employer-paid premiums for medical, dental, vision coverage, and basic life insurance. A voluntary retirement program featuring a 15% employer match on contributions to a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. Other voluntary benefits include long-term disability, optional life insurance, and Aflac. This is a non-union position, after one year of service, employees become eligible for additional pay for a qualifying degree. The town offers excellent paid time off to support a healthy work-life balance.
Master’s degree in community planning or related field; eight years of progressively responsible experience in the municipal planning field, including experience directly related to land use controls, housing, federal grant programs; three years of experience in a supervisory role, preferably in a municipal setting; or and equivalent combination of education and experience.
Salary range: $103,382.76 – $130,321.36 annually, 37.5 hours/week.