Summary:

The incumbent of this position is responsible for interpreting and establishing policies and procedures for the efficient operation of the department; manages technical and administrative staff in the enforcement of various City ordinances related to building and zoning codes and business tax certificate regulations; supervises activities and work product of assigned staff and evaluates their performance; assigns tasks to employees and monitors their progress, and guides and develops employees in the accomplishment of their duties. The Development Services Director is responsible for preparing the department budget, overseeing, and monitoring expenditures.

The incumbent recommends changes and prepares revisions to zoning and land use codes; acts as an advisor to City Administration by providing updates and reports on building, land use and other allied codes, statutes, policy and ordinances; provides oversight and guidance to the City Building Official; coordinates with the City Attorney's Office on court cases involving enforcement of City building, land use/zoning codes and business tax certificates; interprets policies and advises developers, contractors, builders and the general public on City and departmental policies and procedures necessary for compliance; develops and establishes regulations for the enforcement of business tax certificates; works with other city departments on developing policies and strategies related to land use, transportation and infrastructure; and provides presentations to the City Commission, construction/development industry and the general public on city land use policies, growth trends and other related issues.

Requirements:

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with a major in Architecture, Engineering, Planning or related field and ten (10) years of progressively responsible building code, and/or planning experience is required, or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Five (5) years of managerial experience is required. State of Florida licensure as a Building Code Administrator, Certified Building Official, or American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification is preferred. A current and valid Florida driver's license is required. For application purposes, a valid driver's license from any state (equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized; with the ability to obtain the State of Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days from date of employment