Development Services Director

 Department 

City Hall / Development Services 

Reports To 

City Manager 

Employment Type 

Full Time 

FLSA Status 

Exempt 

Salary 

TBD 

Opening Date 

June 25, 2026 

Closing Date 

Open Until Filled 

Location 

Converse, Texas 

POSITION SUMMARY 

The City of Converse is seeking an experienced Development Services Director to lead the City's planning, zoning, building permits and inspections, development review, design review, variance administration, subdivision platting, GIS coordination, and related development services functions. This position reports to the City Manager and works closely with City leadership, boards and commissions, residents, property owners, developers, consultants, contractors, and outside agencies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Lead and manage assigned development services functions, including Planning and Zoning and Building Permits and Inspections. 
• Supervise professional, technical, administrative, and clerical staff assigned to development services functions. 
• Oversee review and processing of zoning requests, plats, site plans, variances, specific use permits, limited use permits, permits, inspections, and related development applications. 
• Present staff reports, findings, and recommendations to the City Manager, City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, Board of Adjustment, and other public bodies as assigned. 
• Coordinate development projects and service delivery with City departments, developers, consultants, contractors, utility providers, regional partners, and state and federal agencies. 
• Manage departmental budget, records, GIS datasets, maps, online mapping services, and related operational resources. 
• Provide professional, responsive customer service when addressing development related questions, concerns, and complaints. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in city or regional planning, public administration, economic development, business administration, or a closely related field. 
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in urban planning, development services, community development, permits and inspections, or related municipal work, including at least two (2) years of supervisory or management experience. Equivalent education and experience may be considered. 
• Current American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification at time of hire, and ability to maintain certification throughout employment. 
• Valid Texas Class C or higher driver's license and satisfactory driving record. 
• Ability to successfully complete required background and employment screening checks, including physical examination and driver license check, as applicable. 
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Advanced degree in urban planning, urban design, public administration, business administration, economic development, or a closely related field. 
• Experience in Texas municipal government. 
• Experience with planning, zoning, building permits and inspections, development review, GIS, budgeting, staff supervision, and presentations to boards, commissions, or elected officials. 

HOW TO APPLY 

Submit a completed City application, resume, and any required supplemental materials through the City of Converse online application process at: [https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/4284312/City-of-Converse/Development-Services-Director]. Drop-in interviews or physical drop-offs of application materials will not be accepted. 

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, as determined by the City. 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT 

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required pre-employment screening, including background and employment checks, physical examination, and driver license review, as applicable. 
• Selected candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must complete required employment eligibility verification. The City avoids citizenship status restrictions unless required by law. 
• This position is classified as exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act, subject to review based on applicable salary and duties requirements. 
• This job announcement is not a contract and does not alter the at-will employment relationship. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 

The City of Converse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. 

Please note that the City only accepts phone calls for reasonable accommodation requests. 

Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or hiring process should contact the City of Converse Human Resources Department at [email protected] or call 210-566-1446 . The City will provide reasonable accommodation as required by applicable law unless doing so would cause undue hardship.