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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: (A) Education from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in land- use planning, urban planning, public administration or a closely related field; (B) A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible community development work; (C) Preferably a Master of Arts Degree and four (4) years of supervisory experience. (D) Municipal Experience preferred. NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (A) Extensive knowledge of community development programs and preae~s processes, and the typical operations of a community development department. Ability to use computers in accomplishing the work of the department. (B) Ability to supervise a complex set of department functions which involve several technical disciplines, and to manage a complicated work program so that demands are matched to resources and work assignments are completed in a thorough, complete manner within established time frames. Ability Able to }giggle coordinate numerous projects which often have demanding requirements and tight time schedules. (C) Ability to think in a creative and strategic manner, to develop alternatives and specific program proposals designed to achieve effective results consistent with community goals. (D) Thorough knowledge of how to formulate, implement and apply comprehensive plans and special studies related to community development issues. (E) Thorough knowledge of how to develop, interpret and apply development regulations, and to conduct code enforcement activities. (F) Familiarity with the Community Development Block Grant program and other federal and state housing programs. (G) Familiarity with engineering and building construction principles and concepts. (H) Familiarity with geographic information systems, and how to utilize them in the operation of a community development department. (I) Ability to analyze situations and information, formulate alternatives, and use sound judgment in drawing conclusions and making decisions. Ability to develop a course of action and maintain momentum to reach successful conclusions in a variety of program areas. (J) Ability to communicate orally and in writing with design professionals, contractors, developers, business people, property owners, citizens, elected and appointed officials, and the general public; ability to produce effective presentations and reports including research, synthesis of information, preparing text, graphs, charts and graphics. Ability to write clearly, concisely and legibly. (K) Ability to maintain effective working relationships with the Clerk-Administrator, other department heads and staff members, Council and Commission members, citizens, property owners, developers and others. (L) Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. (M) Ability to handle stressful situations and effectively deal with difficult or angry people.