Strategic Community & Economic Development Lead

Strategic Government Resources, Inc.; Highland Village (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Highland Village is seeking an experienced administrative professional to support community and economic development functions, including planning, zoning, permitting, and business outreach. You will coordinate agendas, filings, notices, and meetings, while maintaining records and assisting with budgets.

Responsibilities include assisting with economic development strategies, preparing staff presentations, and serving as a liaison for permit and zoning activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 5 years of admin support in planning/zoning and basic accounting.
• Experience coordinating planning and zoning projects, permits, and public notices.
• Ability to manage records, budgets, and city documents efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing economic development strategies to promote business attraction, retention, and expansion.
• Coordinate administrative support for Planning and Zoning Commission meetings and packets.
• Prepare staff presentations for Planning and Zoning Commission, Zoning Board of Adjustment, and City Council.
• Serve as initial contact for zoning submissions; schedule meetings and manage fees and docs.
• Maintain databases of existing businesses, sites, and prospects; track registrations.
• Oversee permit inspections scheduling and related processes.
• Provide information on permit requirements and processes to residents and builders.
• Maintain records and statistics on permits, inspections, inquiries, and plans reviewed.
• Prepare budget tracking, expenditures, and projections for the Community Services Department.
• Coordinate with the city planning consultant and other departments as needed.

Skills

Administrative support

Planning and zoning coordination

Budget monitoring

Public records handling

Resident/developer communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Records management software

Job description

The City of Highland Village is seeking an experienced administrative professional to support community and economic development functions, including planning, zoning, permitting, and business outreach. You will coordinate agendas, filings, notices, and meetings, while maintaining records and assisting with budgets.

Responsibilities include assisting with economic development strategies, preparing staff presentations, and serving as a liaison for permit and zoning activities.