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Wake County · 10 hours ago

Director of Planning & Development Services (New Role)

Raleigh, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$159K/yr - $223K/yr

8+ years exp

Wake County is growing, and they are seeking a Director of Planning & Development Services to lead a newly established department focused on planning, permitting, inspections, and watershed management. This role involves guiding the work of various divisions, developing strategic plans, and building relationships with internal teams and the development community.

GovernmentHealth CareLaw EnforcementOffice Administration

Responsibilities

Guide the work of four core divisions: Administration, Planning, Building Permits and Inspections, and Watershed Management

Develop and implement the department’s annual business plan and long-term strategy

Build trusted relationships and collaborate with internal teams, external agencies, and the development community to drive innovation and resolve complex issues

Oversee budget planning and ensure fiscal responsibility across all operations

Monitor legislation and lead the department’s response to regulatory changes

Represent the department in public forums, media, and community outreach

Supervise and develop a high-performing senior leadership team

Champion innovation and continuous improvement in service delivery

Qualification

Government administrationPlanningDevelopmentLeadership skillsStrategic directionProject managementChange managementCustomer serviceCommunication skillsCritical thinking

Required

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Planning, or a related field

Eight (8) years of experience in government administration, planning or development services including at least four (4) years of supervisory experience

A strong commitment to public service and a track record of leading complex, multi-disciplinary teams

Equivalent education and experience are accepted

Excellent leadership, change management execution and project management skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills with a track record of successful cross-functional collaboration

Ability to lead senior management teams by setting expectations, evaluating performance, and fostering professional development

Excellent critical thinking skills with ability to prioritize

Ability to identify performance measures and develop corrective action plans to support excellent customer service

Ability to evaluate regulatory requirements and legislative impacts to guide compliance and policy decisions

Demonstrated ability to provide strategic direction for Department with associated goals and objectives for each major division and through policy development

Preferred

Master's degree in Public Administration, Planning, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field

Eight (8) years of senior management-level experience as a Deputy County Manager, Deputy City Manager or Deputy Director in land use planning, environmental engineering, or development services programs