Development Specialist III

Full-time position available with the Housing & Community Development Department, Housing Land Bank Division located at 414 East 12th Street
Salary: $5,794/month
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. With possible work outside of normal hours *Telework available One day a week, at the department director's discretion, after successful completion of a six-month probationary period.*
Application Deadline Date: March 24, 2026


Responsibilities

• Create and coordinate policy regarding acquisition, transfer, and disposal of Land Bank properties.
• Facilitate the implementation of policies regarding Vacant Land Initiative and other Council-directed initiatives.
• Serve as the Assistant Land Bank Executive Director.
• Attend Land Bank and Homesteading Authority meetings with and in the absence of the Executive Director.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to market Land Bank properties to the development community.
• Serve on multi-disciplinary teams to analyze data and map trends to inform new and amended policies.
• Develop new, innovative programs for the disposition of Land Bank properties.
• Supports with the overall management of the Division, coordinates intra-Departmental and interagency collaboration, assists with communication and public outreach, and conducts special projects that seek to improve policies and procedures, internal systems, and accountability.
• Develop, design and implement Land Bank programs. Assist in the development and implementation of program policies and goals.
• Advise subordinate personnel in solving difficult assignments, reviewing objectives, methodology and results of assigned projects.
• Supervise staff involvement with community groups, the general public and other Land Bank stakeholders.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing requests of the departmental budget, interviewing prospective employees, training new employees, and in establishing divisional policies and priorities.

Qualifications

REQUIRES an accredited Bachelor's degree and 4 years professional experience in economic or community development work, planning, building codes administration, engineering, architecture, or neighborhood development programs; or Master's degree in economics, sociology, multi-disciplinary social science or urban affairs, urban planning, public or business administration, engineering, architecture and 2 years professional experience in economic or community development work, planning, building codes administration, engineering, architecture, or neighborhood development programs; OR high school graduation and 8 years of professional experience in economic or community development work, planning, building codes administration, engineering, architecture, or neighborhood development programs.


Other Information

Military veterans encouraged to apply

Why You'll Love Working with Us - Core Employee Benefits (Benefits offered to all permanent employees unless otherwise specified)

Comprehensive Health Coverage
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions.

Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays-with accruals that grow the longer you're with us.

Secure Retirement Planning
City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security.

Support for Life's Big Moments
Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind.

Tuition Assistance
Get reimbursed for eligible education expenses-invest in your future while you work.

Income Protection
Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings.

Life Insurance Provided
City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind.

Community Volunteer Leave
Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about.

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URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).

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