Deputy Lands and Resources Manager

The Division of Lands & Resources is hiring a Deputy Lands & Resources Manager to join our team.  

The team consists of a small division who work directly for the city Manager’s Office and the Department of Administration.  

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Division is looking for someone who can perform professional level land management work, supervise the work product of consultants and coordinate interdepartmental teams working on Land and Resources projects. This position writes recommendations and drafts policies on land related issues. This position is responsible for testifying before the Planning Commission, the Assembly, and other elected and appointed boards and commissions. This position will provide public outreach and information.

THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM

The Lands & Resources Division is a small office where there will be opportunity to learn about, and work on, a very diverse group of projects and community issues.  

WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION

This position generally works Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM with occasional weekend or evening work.  Your workspace would be located in downtown Juneau inside City Hall.

Under the general direction of the Lands Manager, the Deputy carries out complex, professional level land management work, supervises consultants and coordinates interdepartmental teams working on land and resources projects.  Responsibilities also include writing recommendations and drafting policies on land related issues and testifying before the Planning Commission and Assembly.

LAND MANAGEMENT:

• Leads large and complex projects such as subdivision developments; coordinates the work of consultants and staff of other departments to implement the CBJ’s land disposal program.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relations with state and federal regulatory agencies.
• Oversees all stages of subdivision development from the initial feasibility analyses through agency review and permitting, construction, appraisals, sales brochure preparation, advertising and sale of the lots.
• Negotiates land acquisitions on behalf of the CBJ for parks, utilities and other public purposes.
• Evaluates applications for easements, use permits, and leases of municipal land; coordinates review with other departments and makes recommendations to the Planning Commission and Assembly.
• Researches property right issues and trespass situations.
• Responds to public inquiries about the use of CBJ lands and resources.
• Conducts public workshops; speaks before community groups and provides information to the news media on issues of public interest.

PLANNING:

• Coordinates long-range planning functions for the division, including preparation of the CBJ’s Land Management Plan. 
• Works closely with staff in other departments to compile data, conduct analyses, and make recommendations for the use, development, and conservation of CBJ Land. 
• Conducts public review process. Prepares planning documents and presents findings to appointed boards and committees including the Planning Commission, Assembly and Parks & Recreation Advisory Board.
• Collaborates with Community Development Department staff to create a computer-generated atlas of CBJ-owned lands.
• Establishes and oversees maintenance of Lands & Resources records management system, including reference library, property files, project files, lease files and easement files.
• Assists the Lands Manager in preparing the budget for the division.

• Collaborates with Community Development staff to create a computer-generated atlas of CBJ owned lands, with querying features useful to multiple CBJ departments.

SPECIAL PROJECTS:

• Creates and implements new programs in response to community needs. 

• Works with non-profit groups and tribal governments to assist in property acquisition and facility development. 

ADMINISTRATION:

• Assumes role of Lands & Resources Manager, during their absence.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Establishes and oversees maintenance of Lands and Resource records management system including reference libraries, property files, project files, and lease and easement files. 
• Administers contracts with consultants providing technical support to the division for such work as subdivision design, appraisals and land surveying.  Authorizes payments for such services.  

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT:

• Administers the Mendenhall Valley Air Quality Monitoring program which calls air emergencies in the Mendenhall Valley when particulate levels reach an unhealthy level. 
• Works with the CBJ Risk Manager and Directors on hazards and environmental concerns related to or affecting CBJ owned property. This includes flooding, avalanches, mudslides, hazardous trees, wetlands, pollution, open burning, trash and illegal dumping. 

• Researches and analyzes policy issues and scientific data and provides the Manager and Assembly with recommendations.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college with a degree in planning, engineering, geography, architecture, public administration, project management, natural resource management, tourism or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE:     Three (3) years of experience in at least two (2) of the following fields: 

 OTHER:              Valid Driver’s License at time of appointment and for continued employment.

This position is open until filled. We have one vacancy to fill. We are reviewing applicants and inviting qualified individuals to participate in our selection process as they apply.  If you have applied after the vacant position is filled, you will be notified. We encourage all applicants who are interested in this position to apply in a timely fashion.

HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO

Hiring Manager: Dan Bleidorn

Phone Number: 907-586-5252 Ext 4177

Email: Dan.Bleidorn@Juneau.org

Please read the below information carefully to ensure your application submission meets all submittal requirements.

Education 
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Work Experience
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EEO Statement

The City & Borough of Juneau complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call (907) 586-5250 or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973, or correspond with the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at employment@juneau.gov or 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801. The City and Borough of Juneau is an equal opportunity employer.