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Job 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
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Weatherford
Show moreWeatherford Community
Weatherford is a historic town that is proud of its tradition and history. We are known for our community and family-oriented way of life, which is why Weatherford is one of the premier places to live and visit in North Texas.
In making decisions for one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas, the City of Weatherford prides itself in working toward a unified effort with citizens to prepare for the future. Weatherford is now a premier place to live in the North Texas area and the community has helped developed a vision to balance our strong history with progressive and economic vitality. That’s why our motto is “Building a Strong Community.”
Visitors and newcomers to Weatherford will enjoy our many treasures, including a shopping district that is full of antique, boutique and specialty stores, restaurants, and entertainment. Our old-time Farmers’ Market, Chandor Gardens, First Monday Trades Days, and numerous Victorian-era homes bring visitors to our city to share in our desire to maintain our heritage as we grow toward the future. Weatherford is also becoming a destination place for many visitors because of our large-scale events. Our signature events include Spark in the Park and Holiday in the Park attracting over 30,000 people each year.
Additionally, Weatherford’s location next to the Interstate 20 corridor has attracted retail and restaurant chains for residents and visitors to enjoy. It is anticipated that Weatherford will be welcoming many more new businesses to the area within the next five years; many of which will be major developments for Parker County’s economic development vitality.
Our Growth & Future Development
Over the course of four years, the City of Weatherford has seen a population growth of over 8,000 people and we expect to double this growth number. Sitting at a current population count of 38,722, the City’s growth is attributed to our proximity to the Metroplex. The City’s major commercial and industrial employers find Weatherford attractive because we offer convenient access to the region’s major transportation and shipping infrastructure, an advantage few cities within the area can offer.
They say everything’s bigger in Texas. So, we offer unusually big opportunities for companies looking to relocate or expand. A business location here means access to a booming economy with world-class business climate, infrastructure, logistics, and workforce. There is a sense of history here, and a future that’s unlimited.
Our Mission, Vision & Goals
The City works with its citizens to “Build A Strong Community” that others can look to as a pillar of unity and excellence. Through large-scale construction and transportation plans that continue to add to the infrastructure a growing city like Weatherford needs, we’ll provide the public services our community requires to continually cultivate the unique small-town city we call home.
The City of Weather is and continues to strive to be the most livable and best managed city. We take care of our citizens, continually work to improve our neighborhoods and infrastructures as well as, the facets that make us so unique.
What we offer to our Employees:
Healthcare coverage – The City offers two plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield.
Retirement System – A 2:1 matching ratio through TMRS.
Vacation – Employees will accrue 4 weeks of paid time off (Two weeks are automatically credited to the employee’s bank after successful completion of their introductory period, usually 6 months).
Holidays – Immediately available upon hire, employees will receive paid holidays off, a service date holiday and a floating holiday.
Gym reimbursement – up to $40 a month for any gym membership or active lifestyle subscription.
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