Community Development Manager manages the economic development lending activities to support or subsidize improvements in the community. Ensures company visibility is established in the area and promotes relationships with groups, agencies, and organizations in the community to identify lending and other business development opportunities. Being a Community Development Manager evaluates the current and future credit needs of the community and develops a strong understanding of the local issues and needs. Actively monitors public programs that support community development initiatives. Additionally, Community Development Manager initiates policy changes or enhancements to ensure compliance with Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) and other regulations. Makes recommendations to expand and develop lending programs. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Community Development Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Community Development Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Town of Coupeville, WA is seeking a Community Development Director for this tight-knit, historic waterfront community of 1,910 located on pristine Penn Cove in central Whidbey Island. Established in 1853, Coupeville is one of the oldest towns in the state and home to many historic homes, businesses, and buildings. Preservation of these treasures is a high priority.
THE COMMUNITY
Coupeville lies within the boundaries of Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve, created in 1978 by President Jimmy Carter and the first of its kind in the nation. This followed the establishment of the Central Whidbey Island Historic District in 1973—the largest National Historic District in the country. Coupeville is also the Island County seat and home to the county’s only hospital.
THE TOWN OF COUPEVILLE
Incorporated in 1910, the Town of Coupeville is governed by a strong mayor and five-person Town Council. The Town serves a population of 1,910 with a 2024 total budget of $8.3 million and a team of 16 FTEs across three departments: Public Works (8), Finance & Administration (5), and Planning & Building (3). Coupeville contracts for engineering and attorney services and with Island County Sheriff for two full-time officers.
THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Reporting to the Mayor, the Community Development Director leads the Planning & Building Department with a 2024 operating budget of $400,000 plus $350,000 in grant awards. The Director supervises a full-time Associate Planner and the .60 FTE Building Official. The Department also has access to 8 hours a week of administrative help. The Planning Director also serves as staff to the Town Council, Planning Commission, and the Historic Preservation Commission.
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