Community Development Director

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR $133,668.00 – $219,120.00 ANNUALLY + EXCELLENT BENEFITS! Colusa County offers a 3% at 60 Classic Retirement formula and at 2% @ 62 formula for New Members! Join Colusa County as our next Community Development Director and lead, innovate, and build a stronger future for our communities! We are seeking a visionary leader to guide community and economic development initiatives while fostering responsible growth and exceptional public service. As the County’s new Community Development Director, you will be responsible for continuing the transformation of the County’s separate building and planning functions into a full-service, one-stop development services department including the major functions of building, planning, and environmental health. In order to be successful in this effort, you must have the ability to apply common sense solutions to complex issues that, at times, don’t make very much sense. Step into the role of Community Development Director, where your vision will shape the future of our County, turning complex challenges into smart, sustainable solutions, and where every day is an opportunity to build a brighter, more vibrant community together. This recruitment is intended to attract both experienced community development professionals seeking an opportunity to lead a dynamic public service organization and emerging leaders who are prepared to take the next step in their careers. Colusa County recognizes that effective leadership can come from a variety of planning, building, environmental health, engineering, economic development, and public administration backgrounds and values candidates who demonstrate integrity, sound judgment, innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to exceptional public service. For experienced leaders, this position offers the opportunity to shape the future of community development in a close-knit county where strategic vision, responsible growth, and strong partnerships can have a lasting impact. The Community Development Director will lead initiatives involving land use planning, development services, environmental health, economic development, process improvement, and organizational excellence while serving as a trusted advisor to County leadership, community stakeholders, and development partners. For professionals pursuing their first department head opportunity, Colusa County offers a collaborative and supportive environment with engaged leadership, experienced staff, and opportunities to work closely with elected officials, county departments, community organizations, businesses, and regional partners. The County is committed to fostering professional growth, encouraging innovation, and providing the resources needed for long-term success. This is an opportunity to shape the future of Colusa County as our next Community Development Director. To learn more about this position, please check out the job description pages HERE . Experience Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental land use planning, current or advanced planning, or community development work, including two (2) years in a lead, supervisory, or management capacity. Experience overseeing or coordinating with building, code compliance, environmental health, or water resources functions is desirable but not required. Training Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in Urban, Rural or Regional Planning, Landscape Architecture, Geography, Economics, Public Administration or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred. License or Certificate A valid State of California driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. Certified membership as an AICP member is desirable. This recruitment is open until filled. It is to your advantage to submit an application as soon as possible, as the recruitment may close at any time following application 2026. Ready for your next opportunity? Join our team as the Community Development Director and contribute to initiatives that enhance our community and support organizational goals. We invite you to apply today! NOTE: A completedofficial application isrequired to beconsidered for thisposition. #J-18808-Ljbffr