Planning Development & Inspections Director

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Job Information

Title:

Planning Development & Inspections Director

Market Range:

MR22

Approved Date:

3/8/2024 1:04:25 PM

FLSA:

Exempt

EEO Code:

PROFESSIONALS

Career Level:

M4

Career Level Description:

Management Level 4

Job Code:

100592

Job Family:

Facilities and Fleet Management

Sub Family:

Building Inspection

Primary Purpose

Directs, manages and oversees operations for building permits and inspections in accordance with the North Carolina State Building Code; zoning and subdivision review/enforcement in accordance with the Wake County Unified Development Ordinance; long range planning services and activities for those areas in Wake County lying outside municipal planning jurisdictions; transportation/transit planning at the local and regional level; and collaboration and coordination with municipalities on mutual land use planning matters.

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Supervises and assigns division staff and resources to achieve appropriate distribution of work and tasks while evaluating established performance metrics for key functions of the division.

1

15%

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Directs and manages the long range planning services and activities for those areas in Wake County lying outside municipal planning jurisdictions.

2

15%

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Directs and manages the administration and enforcement of the North Carolina State Building Codes for areas lying in Wake County's jurisdiction and areas where Wake County has executed municipal agreements for inspection services.

3

15%

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Makes recommendations and provides direction to the County Manager and County Board of Commissioners on amendments and changes to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and Unified Development Ordinance

4

15%

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Directs and manages all activities related to the Wake County Planning Board and Board of Adjustment.

5

15%

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Resolves complex customer issues.

6

15%

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Prepares the Division's annual work plan, program and budget.

7

5%

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Executes annual performance reviews of division supervisors and managers and resolves personnel issues in a manner consistent with Wake County policies.

8

5%

Position(s) may perform other duties in addition to the above as assigned by management.

*IMPORTANT* In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

Career Level Dimensions

Career Level:

M4

Career Level Description:

Management Level 4

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Directs a Division.

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Creates the short-term strategy for the Division or Function and creates operational plans for Division that align with Department plan.  Actions have direct impact on results of the Department.

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Responsible for Budget planning and justification.

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Responsible for making significant improvements of processes, systems or standards to enhance performance of Division or multiple divisions.

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Oversees employees who pioneer unique ideas or generate new, viable solutions to make improvements or respond to issues.

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Communicates within and outside the Division(s).

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Influences others regarding the area of responsibility’s practices and approaches.

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Achieves goals through teams of managers.  May be responsible for creating workforce and staffing plans for job area to ensure availability of employees and resources.

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Has hiring, firing, promotion and reward authority for direct reports.

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Requires broad management and leadership knowledge to lead multiple Work Groups. Typically has master-level knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline with broad understanding of other areas within the job function.

Qualifications

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

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Six years of experience in government administration, planning or development services including at least two years of supervisory experience

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Equivalent education and experience are accepted

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Master's Degree

Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business, Planning or

related field.

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10 Years

Government Administration, Planning and Project Management

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Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.

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Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

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Detail oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills. 

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Advanced critical thinking skills with ability to multi-task and prioritize

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Ability to exercise independent and sound judgment in performing the duties of the position

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Demonstrated strong presentation skills. 

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Strong leadership capabilities, sound judgement, and the ability to work effectively with and influence clients, team members, management and external groups.

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Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence effectively without direct authority, balancing between competing priorities while remaining flexible and creative. 

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Possess strong collaboration and interpersonal skills 

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily to perform this job successfully. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competencies

Negotiation

Explores positions and alternatives to reach outcomes that gain acceptance of all parties.

Innovation

Applies original thinking in approach to job responsibilities and to improve processes, methods, systems, or services.

Analysis

Examines data to grasp issues, draw conclusions, and solve problems.

Enforcing Laws, Rules & Regulations

Enforces governmental laws, rules, and regulations, and initiates enforcement actions in a way that the public perceives as fair, objective, and reasonable.

Good Judgment

Makes decisions authoritatively and wisely, after adequately contemplating various available courses of action.

Speaking

Effectively transfers thoughts and expresses ideas orally or verbally in individual or group situations.

Integrity

Act with honesty, transparency and respect in our interactions with co-workers and those we serve. Adhere, without exception, to laws, policies, procedures and professional standards.

Accountability

Establish high-quality standards for work. Add value. Measure results and hold self and others accountable for making progress toward desired outcomes. Take a logical and data-driven approach to decision-making.

Diversity

Believe that different backgrounds and experiences strengthen the organization and produce better results. Value inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity and experience, and strive to reflect in our workforce the diversity of our community.

Collaboration

Foster a work culture in which different ideas and opinions are encouraged and expected. Listen carefully and speak thoughtfully. Work together toward shared goals with mutual respect and cooperation.

Continuous Improvement

Continuously improve work processes and products. Provide a safe environment to be innovative and creative and try new things. When things don't go as planned, use it as an opportunity to learn, regroup and begin again. Provide time and resources for individuals to grow and develop both personally and professionally.

Wellness

Take proactive steps to be physically fit and healthy, emotionally strong, financially secure and socially fulfilled, while inspiring and empowering others to do the same.

Service Orientation

Commit to making a difference within the community. Actively engage in and enjoy our work. Deliver services that exceed expectations, with courtesy, politeness and sensitivity to the experiences, concerns and feelings of all co-workers and customers.

ADA Checklist

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Standard ADA Selection:

Office Environment

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Lifting/Carrying 0-10 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 10-20 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 20-50 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 50-100 pounds

X

Pushing

X

Pulling

X

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Stooping

X

Kneeling

X

Crouching

X

Crawling

X

Reaching

X

Handling

X

Grasping

X

Fingering

X

Feeling

X

Talking

X

Hearing

X

Visual Perception

X

Repetitive Motions

X

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

X

Memorization/Concentration

X

Learning/Knowledge Retention

X

Preparing/Analyzing Numerical Figures

X

Use of Interfaced Commmunication Devices (Phone, Computer, Radio etc.)

X

Analyzing/Examining/Testing Data

X

Emotional/Behavioral Self-Regulation

X

Interacting with Others

X

Comprehension

X

Organization

X

Decision Making

X

Comprehension

Understand complex problems and collaborate to explore alternative solutions

Organization

Organize and prioritize the work schedules of others to manage multiple tasks and/or projects

Decision Making

Make decisions that have significant impact on a department's credibility, operations and/or services

Communication

Communicate in-depth information for the purpose of interpreting and/or negotiating

Extreme cold

X

Extreme heat

X

Humid

X

Wet

X

Noise

X

Hazards

X

Temperature Change

X

Atmospheric Conditions

X

Vibration

X

Computers/Monitors

X