Chief Development & Planning Officer

Blount Partnership; Maryville (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Blount Partnership seeks an experienced Development Services Director to lead the county's unified development services department. This executive role consolidates long-range planning, land-use zoning, building permit issuance, code enforcement, and stormwater compliance into a single authority.

The Director advises the County Mayor, Planning Commission, BZA, and Board of County Commissioners. The position requires managing personnel, administering budgets, and ensuring adherence to Tennessee

Responsibilities

• Manages Planning and Zoning Administration functions for the county.
• Oversees Building Permits and Codes Enforcement activities including plan review and inspections.
• Leads Stormwater Management and TDEC compliance efforts, including MS4 program oversight.
• Provides Executive Department Leadership with budget preparation and staff management.

Job description

Blount Partnership seeks an experienced Development Services Director to lead the county's unified development services department. This executive role consolidates long-range planning, land-use zoning, building permit issuance, code enforcement, and stormwater compliance into a single authority.

The Director advises the County Mayor, Planning Commission, BZA, and Board of County Commissioners. The position requires managing personnel, administering budgets, and ensuring adherence to Tennessee