City of Anniston
Director of Economic Development and Planning
Salary: minimum/maximum salary is $61,963.20 - $108,118.40. Resumes will be accepted until August 31, 2025.
Job Summary: Under the direction of the City Manager, the employee performs grant seeking and grant administration functions for the City. Employee works with the City Council and Department Heads to determine funding needs, completes the application processes, and administers grants as required. The employee performs research and planning activities to aid in the economic development needs of the City. Works with consultants to prioritize needs and develop application. Consults with Engineer to determine feasibility and locations of projects. Conducts research of funding sources and orders applications. Conducts research of land and right-of-way ownership and date purchased. Gathers data for applications, environmental studies, and archeological data. The employee oversees the completion of projects and reporting accomplishments to proper agencies. The employee also assists in the development of comprehensive plans for future projects. Interacts with civic organizations, community groups and associations, and media outlets. The employee fields and solicits opinions and suggestions from citizens and agencies, promotes a positive organizational image for building public confidence in the City, and conducts research to determine best mediums and practices for promoting the City. This job is considered security-sensitive and is subject to a pre-employment background check.
Minimum qualifications: Possess a bachelor’s degree in urban or city planning, public administration or related field from an accredited college or university; minimum of three (3) years of professional work experience with municipal planning and development. Desired experience with grant research and writing experience, and successfully generating and managing grants and other funding; or any combination of education, credentials, and professional experience which provides the individual with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job may be considered. Ability to obtain and maintain American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification. Ability to complete HUD training for home and community development block grants. Possess a current and valid driver’s license; must be insurable. Ability to work non-standard hours. Ability to travel to attend various types of grant training, seminars, and workshops. Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
To apply, email your resume in PDF format to humanresources@annistonal.gov