Director Of Development Services

Job Description:

Director Of Development Services

Description

Director of Development Services Brochure- https://isu.pub/eDwCAij

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Provides strategic leadership and direction for Development Services, encompassing Planning, Zoning, Code Enforcement, Building Inspections, Environmental Health, Historic Preservation, and Main Street programs.
• Manages four operating divisions and their managers; recruits, mentors, evaluates, and motivates departmental staff.
• Advises the Assistant City Manager, Planning & Zoning Commission, Historic Preservation Board, and City Council on matters affecting land use and the City’s physical development.
• Prepares, updates, and administers comprehensive plans, neighborhood and corridor plans, transportation and public facility plans, and supporting maps, reports, and presentation graphics for both current and long-range initiatives.
• Develops, implements, and enforces City codes, ordinances, and policies related to zoning, subdivision, building, floodplain, environmental health, and development standards; ensures compliance with all pertinent local, state, and federal regulations.
• Oversees the review and processing of zoning, subdivision, site-plan, and building permit applications; researches and analyzes requests for conformity with adopted regulations.
• Prepares and manages the departmental operating budget; monitors expenditures and drives fiscally responsible practices.
• Leads the preparation of grant applications and manages state and federal grant programs supporting community development and revitalization.
• Conducts complex research and data analysis; prepares technical reports, staff recommendations, agendas, and presentations for boards, commissions, and public hearings.
• Provides professional interpretation of codes and standards to property owners, developers, architects, engineers, and contractors; resolves conflicts and negotiates solutions in a timely, professional manner.
• Oversees code enforcement operations, investigates complaints, issues corrective actions and citations, and ensures consistent application of City regulations.
• Coordinates departmental activities with other City departments, outside agencies, neighborhood and business groups, and serves as liaison to citizen committees and economic-development organizations.
• Provides management direction in all hiring, training, and evaluations of personnel within each area of responsibility (department or division).

Qualifications

REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Community Planning, Geography, Economics, or a closely related field. Ten (10) years of experience in planning, including at least three (3) years in a progressively responsible role. Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License with a driving record that meets or exceeds City of Weatherford standards. PREFERRED: Master’s degree in Planning, Public Administration, or a related field (may substitute for two (2) years of required experience). Certification from the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)Experience in municipal planning, code enforcement, or multi-jurisdictional regulatory environments.

Miscellaneous Information

The City of Weatherford is a strong, progressive community of over 38,000 citizens, enjoying our small town feel with our big city amenities just outside of the Fort Worth Metroplex. We are expanding our team to continue our commitment and pride in our Strong Community philosophy as well as our inclusiveness and diversity.

Job Details

Category Development & Neighborhood Services Status Open Salary Compensation: $132,516 - $187,075 DOE/DOQ Posted June 26, 2025 1:39 PM Closing Open Until Filled

Tools

• Apply Online
• New Job Notifications
• Clerical Supplemental Application

Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled

Salary:

Compensation: $132,516 – $187,075 DOE/DOQ