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DEAN E. SMITH

Newnan

Summary

Experienced professional with a strong track record of successfully managing complex organizations for over 6 years. With a solid background in local government spanning over 20 years, consistently demonstrating the ability to establish a positive organizational climate and foster effective communications. Versatile and able to adapt to various challenges, delivering results in a dynamic environment.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Planner

City of Newnan
04.2008 - Current

Manage plat reviews and site plan reviews. Processed variance requests, rezoning and annexation petitions. Assist citizens in understanding how zoning impacts their property and community. Developed and written zoning ordinance amendments.

Code Enforcement Officer

City of Newnan
01.2004 - 04.2008

Responsible for enforcing all nuisance, environmental, zoning and other ordinances. Was responsible for implementing the city's sub-standard housing blight enforcement program. Held multiple public hearings before city council.

President

Better Business Bureau of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc.
06.2002 - 01.2003

Managed all aspects of organization, including operations, marketing and budgeting.

President/CEO

Better Business Bureau of South Alabama, Inc.
08.1996 - 05.2002

Managed and led the organization in such areas as improvement of operations and technology, budget implementation and marketing/sales initiatives

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Berry College
Mt. Berry, GA
05-1985

Skills

  • Land use planning
  • Zoning regulations
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities

Timeline

Senior Planner

City of Newnan
04.2008 - Current

Code Enforcement Officer

City of Newnan
01.2004 - 04.2008

President

Better Business Bureau of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc.
06.2002 - 01.2003

President/CEO

Better Business Bureau of South Alabama, Inc.
08.1996 - 05.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Berry College
DEAN E. SMITH