DESCRIPTION:  The City of Gillette, population approximately 28,000, is located in northern Campbell County, in the northeast corner of Wyoming. Gillette is a rapidly growing, progressive community with a booming economy.  Rich in natural resources, Gillette is known as the “Energy Capital of the Nation” and its energy economy provides an excellent quality of life for its citizens. The City is a stable organization with a number of long term, dedicated employees and is in excellent financial health. The Community Development Department oversees planning, zoning, building and code compliance issues. Comprised of the Planning Division and the Building Inspection Division, the Department has a staff of 14 fulltime personnel plus an intern. The 2007-08 budget for the Department is $1,612,867 ($767,306 for Planning and $845,561 for Building Inspection).

Serving as a member of the City’s leadership team and reporting to the City Administrator, the Community Development Director plans, directs, manages and oversees all activities and operations of the Community Development Department, including long-range and current planning, permitting, building inspection, and coordinates the plan review for building and planning projects. The Director oversees the City’s Comprehensive Plan, including review of updates and amendments; works closely with the Engineering Division for subdivision developments and coordinates with Engineering for plan review; directs the development and administration of the department budget; and oversees and participates in negotiation and administration of contracts with outside agencies and vendors. A bachelor’s degree in city/urban planning, geography, public administration, business administration, management or closely related field is required and five years of relevant planning, community development, construction, or zoning or related experience that includes two years of management and/or supervision.

The City of Gillette is an Equal Opportunity Employer.