Community and Housing Services Director

THE OPPORTUNITY The City of Mesa, Arizona, is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as its next Community and Housing Services Director. THE CITY OF MESA Located in the heart of the East Valley within the Phoenix metropolitan area, Mesa is Arizona's third-largest city and one of the nation's largest cities, home to more than 510,000 residents across approximately 139 square miles. Mesa combines the amenities of a major metropolitan community with the character of welcoming neighborhoods, a vibrant downtown, rich agricultural heritage, and a thriving innovation corridor. The city's diverse landscape includes major healthcare systems, higher education institutions, two airports, advanced manufacturing and technology campuses, and a diverse and resilient economy creating a dynamic environment for public safety and public service leadership. THE COMMUNITY AND HOUSING SERVICES DEPARTMENT The Community and Housing Services Department encompasses a broad range of services, including housing, community development, neighborhood and cultural engagement, human services, civil rights compliance, accessibility initiatives, and animal control. The City of Mesa is an entitlement city regarding