Employment

Salary range $85,000 to $95,000 – Excellent benefit package

The Town of Georgetown is seeking applicants who are committed to public
service excellence for the full-time position of Community Development Director. This
position is responsible for organizing and directing the full range of the Town’s community
development activities.

The Community Development Director is responsible for planning, zoning, and
economic development; residential and commercial ordinance administration; developing
and implementing the Comprehensive Plan; and other special plans, projects, and
authorities/commissions. The Community Development Director shall demonstrate
leadership, management, and technical skills through effective communication and
collaboration, proper use of team resources, progressive decision making, personal
accountability and responsibility.

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in community planning, economic
development, public administration, or a related field. Five years of progressively
responsible experience in planning, economic development, community development,
housing, and/or redevelopment, including some supervisory experience. American
Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) or Economic
Development Finance Professional (EDFP) certification helpful. Position open until filled.
The Town of Georgetown offers a competitive benefits package, which includes
health, life insurance, disability insurance, pension plan, tuition reimbursement, paid
holidays, sick and vacation leave.

Applications are available at the Town’s website at www.georgetowndel.com and
can be submitted to the Town Administrative Office, 37 The Circle, Georgetown, DE
19947, or may be submitted online through the website.

The Town of Georgetown is an Equal Opportunity Employer.