Community Planning Program Supervisor
Description
About the Department
The Department of Commerce aims to make sure Montana is the best place to work, live and play. We work alongside private industry and local organizations to create jobs, grow businesses, develop affordable housing and improve community infrastructure.
We uphold excellence, integrity, engagement, and innovation by delivering respectful, creative, and accountable service through collaborative, resilient teams. Rooted in a deep love for Montana, we proudly embody its authenticity, independence, and industry as we serve and partner with Montanans.
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About this Position
The Community MT Division plans for high quality growth and invests in transformational community development to facilitate vibrant and sustainable communities across Montana. The division helps communities implement projects related to community planning, public infrastructure and facilities, downtown revitalization, and historic preservation. We are seeking a collaborative leader with expertise in land use planning, community development, and local government operations. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong skills in strategic planning, policy interpretation, budget development and management, stakeholder engagement, and public facilitation.
What You'll Do
As the Community Planning Program Supervisor, you will build partnerships, navigate complex community issues, and lead teams to achieve shared goals. Reporting to the Community MT Division Administrator, this position supervises two team members and contributes to division-wide strategy and program delivery.
Key Responsibilities\:
- Lead the Community Technical Assistance Program (CTAP), providing strategic direction and oversight of program operations.
- Supervise and develop team members while contributing to division-wide planning and program delivery.
- Provide technical assistance and training to local governments on land use planning, growth management, and community development.
- Interpret planning policies, regulations, and legislation to support informed decision-making.
- Lead complex planning initiatives through research, analysis, project management, and problem-solving.
- Build and maintain partnerships with local governments, elected officials, agencies, consultants, and community stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain planning resources, model documents, and land use policy information.
- Manage consultant contracts and support budget, program, and performance management activities.
This post in ongoing; with first review 11/20/2026