Join the City of Dania Beach: Career Growth, Competitive Benefits and a Supportive Team

Join the City of Dania Beach and lead the future of public services in one of South Florida’s most dynamic and growing communities. Broward County’s first city is undergoing an exciting renaissance, and we are seeking an experienced, strategic, and results-driven leader to serve as our Community Development Deputy Director.

Under the general direction of the Director of Community Development, the ideal candidate will oversee the Community Development Department, including the Planning, Building, and Code Compliance Divisions. This position provides leadership and strategic direction in the areas of permitting, zoning administration, development review, code enforcement, and beach parking operations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists the Director of Community Development in planning, organizing, and directing the operations of the Planning, Building, and Code Compliance Divisions.
• Provides leadership and oversight of the City's permitting, zoning, development review, and code enforcement programs to ensure efficient, customer-focused service delivery.
• Supervises and evaluates division managers, supervisors, and staff, establishing performance expectations and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Oversee the administration and enforcement of land development regulations, zoning codes, building codes, and related federal, state, and local regulations.
• Directs and coordinates the City's permitting and development review processes, ensuring timely processing and effective interdepartmental collaboration.
• Oversees Code Compliance operations and develop strategies to address property maintenance, nuisance violations, and quality-of-life issues throughout the community.
• Manages the Beach Ranger program, including parking enforcement operations and customer service activities at Ocean Park Beach Complex.
• Assists in the preparation and administration of departmental budgets, studies and operational plans.
• Serves as a liaison with residents, businesses, developers, consultants, outside agencies, and elected officials regarding community development matters.
• Prepares and presents reports, recommendations, ordinances, and agenda items to the City Manager, Deputy City Manager, advisory boards, and the City Commission.
• Develops and implements policies, procedures, and process improvements that enhance operational efficiency, transparency, and customer service.
• Responds to complex inquiries, resolves sensitive issues, and represents the Department at public meetings, workshops, and community events.
• Participates in the administration and enforcement of municipal floodplain management regulations, ensuring compliance with Federal Emergency Management Agency and Community Rating System requirements.
• Performs the duties of the Director of Community Development in the Director's absence.

Qualifications

What's required: (Minimum Requirements)

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning or related field

• Minimum six (6) years of progressively responsible supervisory and management level experience, with broad exposure to planning and development services and experience

• Possession of a valid driver's license with overall good driving record. If driver's license is out of state, must be able to obtain a Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire.

What's preferred: (Desired Requirements)

• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Construction Management, Planning or related field
• Eight (8) years of progressively responsible supervisory and management level experience, with broad exposure to planning and development services and experience

• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM)

• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)

Health Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA) coverage for the whole family
• City-paid life insurance, short and long-term disability plans
• High deductible health plan option with city-paid health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending account (FSA) available
• Medical benefit opt-out payment option (in addition to base pay)
• Voluntary pet insurance
• Mental health support
• Many other voluntary benefits

Financial Perks

• Annual base salary increases upon approval
• Florida Retirement System (FRS) pension plan *
• Deferred compensation 457(b) with a 3% city match*
• FICA alternative: Part-time positions do not pay social security. Money is deposited into a portable retirement account.*
• City-subsidized health insurance upon regular retirement
• City-paid credit protection
• Qualified loan forgiveness employer

Paid Time Off

• 12 City paid holidays *
• One floating holiday
• Sick and vacation leave *
• Cash-out option for vacation leave *
• Personal days and safety day
• Religious day conversion
• Family care days
• Volunteer time

And Much More

• Supportive workforce and management team
• Hybrid work schedule (select departments and positions)
• Professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free gym membership
• Summer childcare discounts