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🔗Historic Preservation & Planning Director
Website Town of Telluride
Telluride, Colorado, nestled in a box canyon of the San Juan Mountains in southwestern Colorado, is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant cultural scene. Telluride is surrounded by towering peaks, including the 14,000-foot Wilson Peak, and is located at an elevation of about 8,750 feet (2,670 meters). The town itself is compact and nestled at the end of the canyon, with steep cliffs and lush forests defining its boundaries. Its ~2,600 residents are passionate about preserving the town's heritage and natural environment while embracing a lifestyle centered around outdoor adventure and cultural enrichment. Its history is evident in the well-preserved Victorian architecture that lines the streets, contrasting with the rugged mountain backdrop. Telluride, captivates visitors and residents alike with its breathtaking scenery, rich history, lively culture, and abundance of outdoor adventures, making it a unique and cherished destination in the Rocky Mountains.
Reporting to the Town Manager, the Historic Preservation & Planning Director is responsible for overseeing and managing community planning and development activities within the Town of Telluride with a focus on preservation of historical sites, buildings, structures, and cultural heritage. This position is the staff member in charge of the Historic and Architectural Review Commission & Planning and Zoning Commission. This position is an executive level position and a key contributor to the Town’s leadership team.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Department Management
- Coordinate and oversee all planning activities and historic preservation program in National Historic Landmark District
- Administer, recommend amendments to, and implement the Town’s Master Plan, Land Use Code, Design Guidelines and Building Regulations
- Establish and maintain positive working relationships with state and federal preservation partners, architects, and stakeholders
- Interpret and provide information and guidance on development and land use proposals, adopted plans, planning programs and services, and local, state and federal regulations
- Ensure projects comply with HARC approved plans
- Evaluate proposals and applications for compliance with the Land Use Code, Design Guidelines, and Master Plan
- Manage historic preservation, building and planning enforcement issues in coordination with legal department
- Administer Telluride affordable housing mitigation program with all new construction
- Implement and manage a wetland mitigation program
- Stay informed on green building codes and regional and national building trends
- Establish and implement department policies and procedures
- Other tasks and special projects as assigned
Boards and Commissions
- Manage and prepare Planning & Zoning (P&Z) and Historic & Architectural Review Commission (HARC) agendas
- Prepare reports and recommendations; make presentations to P&Z Commission, HARC and Town Council
- Provide information, technical support and training to HARC and P&Z members
- Monitor and report on construction and development trends; prepare and present HARC Annual Report and Certified Local Government annual report
Administration
- Prepare department budget recommendations; oversee budget administration
- Prepare and update maps
- Apply for and administer preservation and planning grants; oversee grant application and administration activities
- Contract and manage consultant services
- Oversee development and maintenance of recordkeeping systems; comply with Town Record Retention Schedules
Supervision
- Hire, train, manage, and evaluate department staff
- Ensure delivery of quality customer service standards
Safety
- Participate in Town sponsored cybersecurity trainings
- Work safely to prevent accidents