Development Services Director - Glenpool

Oklahoma Municipal League, Inc.; Glenpool, Northern (OK, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma Municipal League, Inc. seeks a Development Services Director to plan, direct, and manage the Development Services Department.

This role provides strategic leadership across planning, zoning, building inspections, code enforcement, economic development, and development review to support responsible growth in alignment with the city’s plan. Minimum education is a Bachelor's in a related field; a valid driver's license is required and AICP or PE is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Valid driver's license required.
• AICP certification or PE license preferred.
• Experience in development services or related department.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, manage, and oversee the Development Services Department.
• Provide strategic leadership and administrative oversight for planning, zoning, building inspections, code enforcement, and economic development.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and align development with the city's comprehensive plan.
• Supervise professional, technical, inspection, and administrative staff.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Administrative oversight

Planning and zoning

Building inspections

Code enforcement

Economic development

Development review

Staff supervision

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Engineering, Environmental Science, Architecture

Job description

Development Services Director

The Development Services Director plans, directs, manages, and oversees the operations and staff of the Development Services Department. This position provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight for planning, zoning, building inspections, code enforcement, economic development, development review, and related programs. The Director ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws while promoting responsible growth, economic vitality, and quality development that aligns with the City's comprehensive plan and community goals.

Minimum Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Engineering, Environmental Science, Architecture, or a closely related field.

Direct Supervisor: Chief Operations Officer

Supervisory Responsibility: Provides direct supervision over professional, technical, inspection, code enforcement, and administrative personnel within the Development Services Department.

Certification: Valid driver's license required. AICP certification or Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred and considered an advantage.