Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Skip to job details
VO
Village of Brown Deer
Community Development Director
Career Insights for Director of Urban / Transportation Planning
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Wisconsin data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
A Director of Urban / Transportation Planning directs and oversees planning and develops projects that maintain or improve the quality of life in a city or region. Addresses specific transportation, economic development, housing and environmental issues. Directs planning to address aesthetic and technical concerns, community goals and the future impact of development.
$107,536 / year median in Wisconsin
Job Description
As Brown Deer is experiencing one of the largest transformations in Milwaukee County, the Village is searching for its next Community Development Director to lead the community through these vital economic development projects. Besides coordinating economic development activities, the Community Development Director is also responsible for planning and zoning management, oversight of building inspection services, and implementation of the Comprehensive Plan. The position demands strategic planning, problem solving, and the ability to interpret and enforce the Village Code. The hiring range for this position is $82,843 to $121,294 annually. Qualifications include graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in land-use planning, urban planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, or a closely related field. At least four years in the profession is required. AICP certification is encouraged but not required. Here at Brown Deer, we value forward-thinking, innovation, adaptability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. The person hired for this position can expect a fast-pace work environment and latitude to implement best practices for land-use and urban planning. Village staff has a positive working relationship with its boards and committees, community members, and businesses that makes this position a wonderful opportunity for a professional to land their feet and make their mark in the Brown Deer community. Application can be found at /Document Center/View/2028 and must be submitted along with a cover letter and resume to Human Resources Manager Kris Connolly via email at kconnolly@browndeerwi.gov. Applications are due by August 24, 2026.