Senior Planning & Development Lead - Zoning & Growth

Gulfshoresal; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfshoresal in Richardson, TX seeks an experienced Planning Division Assistant Department Head to lead the Planning and Zoning administration, supervise staff, and partner with City bodies. The role requires overseeing zoning and development reviews, preparing technical studies, and coordinating long-range planning efforts.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in planning and at least six years of municipal experience, with strong leadership, budgeting, and presentation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in planning, architecture, landscape architecture or related field.
• Master's degree preferred; AICP certification strongly preferred.
• Texas driver’s license required.
• Minimum 6 years municipal planning experience with supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Planning Division operations under the Director.
• Review zoning and development proposals for compliance.
• Prepare and present planning studies to City bodies.
• Oversee budgets, grants, and consultant contracts.
• Represent the City with the public and officials.

Skills

Administrative leadership

Public speaking

Planning & zoning

Team supervision

Contract management

Education

Bachelor's degree in planning

Master's degree preferred

AICP certification preferred

Tools

ArcGIS

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gulfshoresal in Richardson, TX seeks an experienced Planning Division Assistant Department Head to lead the Planning and Zoning administration, supervise staff, and partner with City bodies. The role requires overseeing zoning and development reviews, preparing technical studies, and coordinating long-range planning efforts.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in planning and at least six years of municipal experience, with strong leadership, budgeting, and presentation skills.