Responsibilities
The Planning Director is responsible for the initiation, coordination, direction and review of activities undertaken by the County Planning Department. Duties call for the highest level of professional knowledge and ability. The Planning Director reports to the County Administrator and the Board of Supervisors from whom direction is received. The Planning Director also does related work as required.
Broadband Development
The ideal candidate will work with internal and external agencies to ensure that the County’s broadband initiative, Light Up Livingston, is progressing. The Planning Director works with funding sources to secure and manage grant opportunities.
Agricultural Initiatives and Land Uses
The Planning Director supports the County’s agricultural industry including updating Agriculture Plans, partnering with the Genesee Valley Conservancy and its Purchase of Development Rights Program, Agricultural Districting programs and more.
Transportation
The Planning Director will enhance public transportation and implement the County’s transportation connectivity plan. The selected candidate will work with the Genesee Transportation Council on projects, initiatives and funding opportunities.
Environmental
Sensitivity to lake and watershed planning is a must. Supporting the Conesus Lake Watershed Council and Environmental Management Council is a priority along with updating the Conesus Lake Watershed Management Plan.
Housing and Anti-Poverty
The ideal candidate will support the Livingston County Land Bank and work to advance THRIVE LivINgston - the County’s award-winning anti-poverty initiative designed to combat social, cultural, economic and environmental challenges.
Special Projects
The Planning Director will work with the Board of Supervisors and County
Administrator on a number of projects including strategic planning, GIS, shared services, solar and water initiatives, training programs and other projects as assigned.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter and a source of ideas with 4-7 years of experience in planning, urban geography, public administration, engineering, or a related field.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing employees, projects and working within a municipal background. The Planning Director must have experience with grant and contract management, demonstrated experience managing large budgets and strong problem-solving skills.
Certification by the American Planning Association is a plus.
To Apply
This recruitment effort is confidential and all contacts, inquiries, and communications will be treated as such throughout the process. This position is considered open until a final selection is made.
All Candidates must meet qualifiations outlined within the job description located on the Livingston County Human Resources website.
Applications must include a cover letter, resume and list of 3 references.
All materials should be sent to: humanresources@co.livingston.ny.us