<p>About City of Brockton:</p> <p>For nearly 200 years Brockton has retained its distinctive character as a complete community, and benefits from its role in the regional economy. It has excellent transportation access that links employment, employees, education, and services. While other communities in the Greater Boston area have become very expensive places to live or to conduct business, Brockton provides a high-quality alternative that is relatively affordable to all.</p> <p>Brockton provides the benefits that arise from a culturally diverse population and the diversity of its employment base. This is a complete city - with its diverse places to work, study, shop, and live. The neighborhoods are compact, walkable, and endowed with a solid stock of housing. It has a remarkably varied and extensive network of open spaces, cultural and civic institutions. To learn more about what the City has to offer please click here.</p> <p>Job Description:</p> <p>SALARY: $139,519 annually. Salary is firm and non-negotiable</p> <p>Position is governed by the City of Brockton Ordinances and is not eligible for remote work.</p> <p>Bargaining Unit: N/A</p> <p>To view the respective collective bargaining agreement please click here.</p> <p>REPORTS TO: Mayor of Brockton, with a dotted line to the BRA Board of Directors</p> <p>SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Supervises administrative staff and interns</p> <p>Statement of Duties</p> <p>This role involves complex administrative and professional work in urban planning, program management, and regulatory oversight. The Director is responsible for preserving and stabilizing</p> <p>residential neighborhoods, fostering vibrant commercial districts and corridors, and supporting a thriving business community within the city. The Director is responsible for recommending and implementing programs aligned with the Board's policies. Key responsibilities also include coordinating programming and professional relationships with the Mayor's Office, City Council members, and other City Departments. The Director will also build staff capacity to manage and implement programs and lead efforts to promote the City to various public and private audiences, both within and outside the City of Brockton. This role is responsible for developing and implementing the City's economic development and planning activities and initiatives. The Director will work directly with the Mayor of Brockton and City Council to ensure that the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) the Boston Redevelopment Authority (BRA) is meeting the City's needs as its Grants Administrator. They will also advise the Mayor, City Council, boards, and commissions on all matters within the scope of the department's activities and functions.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:</p> <p>The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.</p> <ul> <li>Direct, assign and manage departmental staff in accordance with collective bargaining agreements, Civil Service regulations, City ordinances and the Authority </li><li>Responsible for the preparation of the department's annual budget and for the administration of the cities personnel, rules and orders within the department </li><li>Develop, revise and implement city-wide Comprehensive Plan, develop and implement District plans, including Open Space and Recreation Plan, urban renewal, district improvement financing plans, Consolidation plan and Annual Action Plan </li><li>Serve on the regional homelessness Continuum of Care and provide assistance to the Planning Board, Zoning Board of Appeals, Historic District Commission, Conservation Commission and other bodies on land use and planning applications </li><li>Coordinates the City's planning and economic development functions with other local, regional and state plans and programs </li><li>Assist with and monitor grant applications </li><li>Prepare reports and studies, collect data on various economic development issues such as localized retail needs, demographic and other data </li><li>Provide extensive customer service in person, via email and on the phone </li><li>Work with government support, property owners and others to identify business opportunities </li><li>Assist residents in communicating needs and concerns regarding the livability and vitality of their neighborhoods to existing or proposed businesses, commercial property owners, and/or new commercial development applicants </li><li>Meets regularly with the Board of Directors and Executive Committee to review policies, provide updates on program activities and financial status of Brockton Development Authority, identify, and provide assessment of needs </li><li>Interact, effectively communicate, and establish good working relationships with all stakeholders (especially, state, local, federal government officials, Brockton City Council, city agencies, city boards and officials, civic & neighborhood associations Brockton residents, Brockton Redevelopment Authority staff and general public on a regular basis) </li><li>Organize and submit the City of Brockton Annual and 5-year Plan to the Department of Housing and Urban Development </li><li>Apply and manage, including compliance with various HUD grants and Federal Code </li><li>Preparing and submitting program activity reports to appropriate funders, stakeholders and upon request </li><li>Serve as IDIS Administrator </li><li>Direct staff efforts in the implementation of approved programs </li><li>Established personal and recurring contacts and working relationships with key public officials, business leaders and community leaders </li><li>Performs a variety of related duties </li></ul> <p>Requirements:</p> <p>QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED AT HIRE:</p> <p>Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in urban planning, public administration, or business administration with more than 7-10 years related work experience; or any equivalent combination of</p> <p>education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.</p> <p>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:</p> <p>Knowledge:</p> <p>Extensive knowledge of urban planning, zoning, public administration, business administration, architecture, law or real estate; extensive knowledge and experience in all facets of</p> <p>urban planning and development; strong background in economic development.</p> <p>Abilities:</p> <p>Ability to integrate planning, design, finance and implementation tasks into a coherent strategy for complex multi-faceted economic development projects; consensus building ability; ability to lead and</p> <p>manage cross-disciplinary teams including professional staff and consultants on complex planning and development projects.</p> <p>Skill: Skilled at negotiating with real estate developers and business representatives; skilled at public speaking and making effective and persuasive public presentations to large audiences.</p> <p>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <p>AICP Certification, CEcD Certification highly desirable.</p> <p>Additional Information:</p> <p>Comprehensive Benefits</p> <p>When you embark on a career with the City of Brockton, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits</p> <p>An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.</p> <p>The City of Brockton provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, genetic information, pregnancy or a pregnancy-related condition, or membership in any other protected class or any other basis covered by appropriate law.</p> <p>The City of Brockton complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the City operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.</p> <p>If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator, Eisha George, Manager of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, at (508) 897-6439.</p> <p>As a condition of employment, the City of Brockton will conduct a comprehensive background check review which includes a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI), once an offer has been accepted.</p> <p>Section 2-110 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Brockton mandates that employees establish residency within the City within one year of hire.</p> <p>Application Instructions:</p> <p>To be considered for this position, please click the APPLY NOW button and follow the STEPS.</p> <p>Please upload Resume and Cover Letter to be considered.</p> <p>First consideration will be given to applicants who apply before November 27, 2025.</p>