CITY OF SALISBURY HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR

CITY OF SALISBURY
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
DIRECTOR
$60,470 – $68,099 DOQ
EXCELLENT RANGE OF BENEFITS

Situated between the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean is the capital of the Eastern Shore, Salisbury, Maryland. With a population of over 32,000, Salisbury has become home to a very diverse community of people. Whether it is for the vibrant economic opportunity, quality public education, world-class healthcare, reinvigorated environmental stewardship, or globally known corporations, people are coming to be a part of this ever-changing town.

The City of Salisbury is looking for an energetic and detail-oriented leader, with a track record of career accomplishments to serve in the capacity of Director of the Housing and Community Development Department. Top candidates for this challenging leadership role must thrive in a robust, fast-paced, and complex environment. The next Director will be creative, strategic, and able to fully implement best practices for a data-driven deployment of resources. The next Director will embrace and appreciate the performance of the entire Department.

The Housing and Community Development Department is a dynamic department that administers the enforcement of the City property maintenance code, develops community programs, and coordinates neighborhood outreach through 12 full-time staff. The department is organized into 3 divisions: Housing and Homeless Initiatives, Neighborhood Revitalization, and Code Compliance. With the support of partner organizations, the Housing and Homeless division provides support services and permanent housing for homeless individuals. The Neighborhood Revitalization division works with community agencies, neighborhood associations, and stakeholders, to provide support, advocacy, and programming for youth and families through community centers, activities, and outreach. The Code Compliance division utilizes code enforcement officers and specialists to monitor and enforce the City’s property maintenance Code.

Duties: Directs and oversees all department operations including budgeting, planning, programming, and personnel; develops and implements policies and procedures; collaborates with other City departments to administer citywide initiatives.

Additionally, the ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications:

Proven leadership qualities with the ability to build relationships of trust, respect, and credibility in the community and internally with staff and colleagues;
• A commitment to public service, fiscal responsibility, and innovation in government;
• Outstanding communication skills, which convey confidence and credibility, and a willingness to engage the public and other stakeholders;
• Strong advocacy skills with the ability to garner support from stakeholders, including the public;
• Proven ability in budget development and management;
• Competency in exercising fiduciary responsibility to protect the interests of the City and the public;
• Strong political acumen and proven effectiveness in developing and maintaining productive working relationships with surrounding agencies, regional and state partners;
• Visionary planning and change agent skills with a demonstrated record of successful
implementation of strategic and long-range business plans;
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to proactively identify and support creative and viable business solutions and leadership during periods of transition and change;
• Experience working in an urban and diverse community;
• Active and genuine commitment to managing diversity in the workplace;
• Proven experience in leading and managing a high-performing diverse team.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree, preferred, plus ten years of experience in housing or community development with five years at a supervisory level or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Estimated start date will be August 2018

Closing Date: June 22, 2018

APPLY: Submit City application, cover letter and resume to:

City of Salisbury HR
125 N. Division St.
Salisbury, MD 21801
410-548-1065 Fax: 410-548-3748
Website: https://salisbury.md/departments/human-resources/careers