Product Manager - Community Development

As a Community Development (CD) Product Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the direction and success of our CD-focused software products and services. Leveraging your deep domain expertise in the permitting/licensing, planning/zoning, and GIS sectors, as well as your strategic acumen, you will collaborate cross-functionally to define and execute strategies that drive market leadership, revenue growth, and customer satisfaction.

This is a senior-level position with significant responsibility in setting the strategic direction for our CD-focused offerings. In this role, you will:

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a deep understanding of CD operations, processes, and challenges, particularly in permitting/licensing and planning/zoning areas. Use this domain expertise to inform strategic decision-making and product development.
• Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis to assess customer needs, competitive positioning, and growth opportunities within the Community Development software landscape. Translate these insights into actionable strategies to penetrate new markets, expand product offerings, and drive revenue growth.
• Develop and refine strategic initiatives that align with the company's overall objectives and market dynamics. Identify opportunities for innovation, differentiation, and competitive advantage in the Community Development software space.
• Collaborate closely with product management, engineering, sales, and marketing teams to conceptualize, prioritize, and roadmap software applications tailored specifically for CD clients.
• Serve as a thought leader and subject matter expert, representing the company at industry conferences, events, and client meetings to showcase our CD-focused solutions and thought leadership.
• Provide strategic guidance and recommendations to the executive team on market trends, competitive landscape, and opportunities for growth and innovation within the CD software market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Computer Information Systems, City Planning, or a related field.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the CD industry, specifically in the permitting/licensing and/or planning/zoning sectors.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively engage with prospects, consultants, and clients.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Professional certifications related to the CD industry or applicable areas of expertise are preferred.