Community & Economic Development Director – Baton Rouge area, LA Position Available In East Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Community & Economic Development Director – Baton Rouge area, LA Location
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
Capabilities
Operations and Maintenance
Office Setup
Office/Onsite
Job ID
#25967 At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Your impact At Jacobs, we don’t settle – always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We apply our expertise and knowledge as we look into the future with great optimism and focus. We don’t settle until we give our best and know that we are making a difference. We challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you’ll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them – people. Jacobs is seeking a Community & Economic Development Director to join our team in the Baton Rouge, LA area. In this role, you’ll be responsible for the following:

Strategic Leadership:

Develop and implement long-term strategic plans for the Community & Economic Development Department, aligning with the city’s overall goals with the growth and development of the city.

Operational Oversight:

Oversee daily operations, including Planning, Building Services, Code Enforcement and Land Development. Review and update local development and planning ordinances to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations coupled with the community needs. Coordinate with the City Clerk to schedule and prepare agendas for Planning and Zoning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals meetings. Plans for and holds public meetings or hearings, including public notices, press releases, and notices to surrounding properties.

• Responsible for creating, updating, and maintaining the City’s Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance.

Financial Management:

Prepare, prioritize, and manage annual operating and capital budgets, monitor expenditures, and ensure fiscal responsibility.

Team Leadership:

Recruit, hire, train, and develop a high-performing team of planning and development professionals.

Community Engagement:

Build strong relationships with residents, businesses, and other stakeholders to address concerns and promote public works initiatives. Including representing the city/client in town halls, public meetings, and community meetings to present planning changes and receive community feedback.

Regulatory Compliance:

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including environmental and safety standards.

Emergency Response:

Develop, manage, and coordinate comprehensive, emergency response efforts, such as natural disasters or severe weather events while collaborating with other city and state agencies, contractors, and local officials to ensure a safe, swift, and effective response. Bring your curiosity, passion for innovation, and talent for multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment. We’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what inspires you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together. Position is Contingent on award of project #omfs #ourjacobs #bia #challengeaccepted We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.
Here’s what you’ll need

• BS degree in Urban Planning or a related field, including Urban Studies, Geography, Environmental Studies/Science, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, GIS, Public Administration, Political Science, or other similarly related fields;
• Eight (8) years of experience in planning, zoning and development review.
• Requires a Professional certification with the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) or the ability to complete certification in 18 months.

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

• Master’s degree in Urban Planning or a related field, including Urban Studies, Geography, Environmental Studies/Science, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, GIS, Public Administration, Political Science, or other similarly related fields Jacobs’ health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about.

Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock. The base salary range for this position is $75,000.00 to $100,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Locations
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Baton Rouge Louisiana United States
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