Community Development Director

The City of Fruitland Park is currently seeking a proven professional in senior management for the position of the community development director working independently under the direction of the city manager.

The successful candidate must:

• have knowledge with the administration and enforcement of land development regulations; the comprehensive plan; concurrency and growth management; and strategic planning;
• possess effective communication skills, and
• work closely with related planning organizations, developers and the public.

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in planning, engineering, architecture, urban design, GIS or closely related field.  A minimum of six years’ experience in planning, engineering, architecture, urban design or related field combined with preferred planning work experience in the municipal sector or five years’ experience in a supervisory or management position.

The salary is $70,000 to $80,000 depending upon experience and eligible for full benefits; vacation, sick leave, life, health, and retirement.  This is a salaried exempt position. 

Please submit resume with salary history and references to City Hall at 506 W Berkman Street, Fruitland Park, Florida 34731 Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to or email resume to bmchale@fruitlandpark.org. 

Electronic submissions are accepted to: https://mail.fruitlandpark.org/Forms/Employment-Application

The position will be open until filled. 

The city is a drug-free workplace.  Background and fingerprinting are required. The city is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.  If you need special accommodation, please notify the Human Resources Director (352) 360-6658 or at the time of application. 

Posted 04/14/22