Deputy Director

We're hiring. The City of Sheboygan is dedicated to providing our residents, local businesses, and visitors with fiscally responsible municipal services while effectively and responsibly meeting the needs of our diverse community. Be part of a team that strives to uphold accountability, innovation, fiscal responsibility, respect, and teamwork. Take advantage of our robust benefit package including: Health, dental, and vision insurances An annual employer HSA contribution Employer Sponsored Clinic Up to four weeks of PTO upon hire Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System And so much more. With a variety of departments, you are sure to find a position that aligns with your interests, skills, and experiences. Apply with us today. Employees are eligible for benefits at 20 hours per week. Contribution amounts and specific program eligibility varies by FTE. The Department of Planning and Development takes a leadership role in creating opportunities for our City to continue to grow and sustain our diverse communities that define and give Sheboygan its unique character to actively promote a diverse, safe, and dynamic community and enhance the living, working, and recreational choices for all Sheboygan citizens and visitors. Under the general direction of the Director of Planning and Development, in most cases independently, performs professional planning and City development activities. Responsible for preparing work plans and assigns, directs and supervises the work of the City's Development programs in conjunction with the Director. Assists with the formulation, updates and implements the City's downtown master plan, neighborhood plans, and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Project Plans. Assists with the formulation, implements, updates and promotes the City's ongoing economic development strategy. Works closely with Director to administers consultant contracts to support economic development programs. Researches economic development issues and performs market research activities. Analyzes both short term and long-term opportunities and constraints facing the local economy. Makes reports and recommendations accordingly. Recommends planning activities for future economic development. Assist with the design, implement, and participate in an economic development marketing program to attract and retain business within the City, including website maintenance. Researches and prepares applications for governmental funding of local projects on behalf of the City and/or local businesses. Assists in obtaining services and assistance for new and existing businesses and industries. Develops Requests for Proposals and Development Prospectus documents on behalf of the City and property owners on redevelopment sites and buildings. Serves as primary contact person for the City's economic development programs. Assists in negotiations with prospective commercial/industrial businesses. Assists in developing and reviewing developer agreements and contracts. Develops and maintains a commercial and industrial land/building inventory. Assists with conducting a business contact program with local manufacturers. Manages the City's industrial parks, including recommending policies, working with prospective buyers, marketing, budgeting, and working with other departments to minimize impacts to businesses from scheduled road and utility improvements. Coordinates the development, operations, and maintenance of industrial parks and adherence to covenants. Coordinates the review of development proposals and plans through the review processes in city departments and serves as developer liaison to city departments. Recommends the development of material and media to facilitate the development coordination process and the economic development program. For prospective economic development projects, provides input in the refinement of the City's development-related standards, procedures, and ordinances to help meet the needs of business and industry. Consults with property owners, developers, and organizations to attract and retain businesses to the area. Identifies and recommends opportunities for public or public/private initiatives relative to economic development. Provides input to the City Administrator and Planning and Development Director on Tax Incremental Finance (TIF) issues. Participate in meetings of the Joint Review Board and annual TIF District review. Works closely with the Redevelopment Authority (RDA) plans, projects and programs and backs up the Planning and Development Director as Executive Director for the RDA. Assist with the City's economic development efforts with other related City functions and with other efforts in the community. Assist with the creation of the Capital Improvement Project budgets pertaining to planning, Industrial Park, Business Park, and redevelopment initiatives. Participates in City loan programs and other forms of financial assistance geared toward economic development. Supports City's CDBG Housing and Neighborhood Revitalization Program. Oversees record maintenance and report preparations. Conducts financial analyses of projects. Maintains financial records of programs/project expenses etc. Monitors current state and regional social, economic and demographic trends. Prepares graphics and narratives for reports and presentations. Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary department information including business negotiation matters and all personnel matters including medical information. Maintains regular and predictable on-site attendance. Bachelor's Degree in Urban or Regional Planning, Architecture, or closely-related field and a minimum of two years of municipal planning experience or consulting planning. Thorough knowledge of the laws, codes, principles, practices, methods, and techniques as applied to and pertaining to urban development. Thorough knowledge of laws applicable to economic and community development; local, state, and federal programs; grantsmanship techniques and preparation of applications; private sector business operations and development. Thorough knowledge and demonstrated experience in annexations, real estate acquisitions, relocation, and condemnation. Considerable knowledge of building design, construction, and inspection. Ability to effectively train, supervise, plan, coordinate, and lay out the work for employees. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with, and make presentations to, the Common Council, committees and boards, City departments, business community, and general public. Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal form. Ability to exercise good judgment, courtesy, and tact in maintaining effective public and employee relations. A high sense of responsibility and initiative to work independently and productively without supervision and to work from oral and written instructions. Possession of a valid Wisconsin Motor Vehicle Operator's License and an insured automobile for use on the job. A Bachelor's Degree in Urban or Regional Planning, Business Administration, Public Administration, or closely related field. A minimum of three years of professional work experience in a municipal setting, including community development; economic development; planning; zoning; and building inspection. Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal form and to prepare and maintain accurate and complete reports and records. Ability to exercise good judgment, courtesy, and tact in maintaining effective public and employee relations. Ability to prepare professional quality maps, drawings, and other illustrative materials for planning studies. A high sense of responsibility and initiative to work independently and productively without supervision and to work from oral and written instructions. High level of accuracy and proficiency in interpreting and compiling legible records and data, and ability to collate and summarize data and prepare reports. Possess strong verbal written and presentation skills demonstrating a clear, concise and positive style. Build trust through presenting ideas clearly and effectively and listening to others, even when not in agreement. Effectively establish rapport with stakeholders, including Council, employees, external agencies, and community members. Consistently demonstrate positive, effective communication skills and interactions and proactively share pertinent information with the team. Represent the department and organization at Council meetings, public hearings, and on City committees, boards and commissions. Basic knowledge of basic mathematical principles. Ability to act, make decisions, and justify action based on logic, good judgment, and rational thought. Possess a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License and an insured automobile for use on the job.