Development Planning & Compliance Manager

City of Dallas, TX; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 77,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Dallas is seeking a Development Manager to lead all development activities for the department, coordinating Sustainable Development, construction, permitting, processes, and administration. You will align with city goals, manage staff and contracts, and drive GIS-enabled zoning and planning efforts to support city growth.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, five years of project or construction management, and at least three years in supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Business, Public Administration, or Social Science field.
• Five years of project/program or construction management experience with responsibility for three or more areas: policy development/implementation, program evaluation, project management, budgeting, report writing, performance planning, presentations.
• Three years of experience in a supervisory or management capacity.
• Equivalencies: various education/experience paths may meet requirements as listed in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development processes and manage staff.
• Set short-, mid-, and long-term goals; coordinate GIS for zoning and plats.
• Develop procedures; communicate with City Council and management; handle requests.
• Manage contract compliance; liaison with Procurement and Risk Management.
• Consult with landscape architects, engineers, and other professionals.
• Review zoning cases, historic districts, permits, and related reviews.
• Provide training and supervise inspection staff.
• Represent department to other City departments and external agencies.
• Attend hearings and respond to legislative actions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Development processes

GIS knowledge

Project management

Budgeting

Communication

Leadership

Policy interpretation

Contract compliance

Stakeholder management

Code compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or Social Science

Tools

GIS software

Job description

The City of Dallas is seeking a Development Manager to lead all development activities for the department, coordinating Sustainable Development, construction, permitting, processes, and administration. You will align with city goals, manage staff and contracts, and drive GIS-enabled zoning and planning efforts to support city growth.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, five years of project or construction management, and at least three years in supervision.