Assistant Director of Development Services

Lubbock County•Lubbock TX 79401, TX

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About The Position

The Assistant Director of Development Services reports to the Director of Road & Bridge/Road Commissioner and is responsible for strategic planning and management of development services. The role reviews major and minor subdivision plans and commercial site plans for compliance with Lubbock County Subdivision Regulations, and supports construction inspections and project delivery related to plat review, county infrastructure, roads, drainage, and permitting. It combines technical inspection expertise with project management leadership to deliver capital improvement projects and operational initiatives efficiently, on schedule, and within budget. The position works with engineers, developers, builders, contractors, architects, elected officials, County staff, residents, and the public on regulations, permitting, inspections, land development, and development review. It establishes goals and priorities for development staff and processes; oversees assigned staff; assists with project and budget management; and maintains effective records and databases. The role may make autonomous field decisions, including issuing directives, approving plan modifications, or ordering work stopped when needed to protect public health, resources, and County interests. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, urban planning, public administration, or a related field; five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in land development regulations, project management, and construction administration; and five years of staff supervision and management experience. A valid Texas driver’s license is required. Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) and Inspector Certification are required or must be obtainable within 12 months of employment; TxDOT LGP101 certification is required within 16 months. Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree and/or professional certification such as PMP or CCM, five to seven years of experience in civil engineering, municipal planning, and land surveying, and working knowledge of County budget and finance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, urban planning, public administration, or a related field.
Five to seven years of progressively responsible experience overseeing land development regulations, project management, and construction administration.
Five years of experience supervising and managing staff.
Extensive knowledge of construction principles and state and federal regulations concerning development and road construction.
Valid Texas driver’s license.
Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) and Inspector Certification, or ability to obtain them within 12 months of employment.
TxDOT LGP101 certification required within 16 months of employment.
Excellent interpersonal, team-building, and communication skills.
Working knowledge of land development regulation principles and practices, construction inspection with material testing, safety standards, and federal, state, and local regulations.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, including addressing public complaints and identifying economical solutions.
Ability to perform unscheduled work and extended hours due to extenuating circumstances such as weather emergencies.
Ability to work autonomously and make compliance decisions in isolated areas without immediate access to leadership.
Ability to occasionally stand, walk, kneel, bend, reach, grip, use fine dexterity, push and pull objects, flex and rotate the upper trunk, place arms above, at, or below shoulder height, and lift and carry up to 20 pounds.
Ability to use vision and depth perception, and to talk and hear.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Professional certification such as PMP or CCM.
Five to seven years of experience in civil engineering, municipal planning, and land surveying.
Working knowledge of County budget and finance.

Responsibilities

Interact with engineers, developers, builders, contractors, architects, elected officials, County staff, and the public regarding County regulations, permitting, inspection, land development, and development review.
Assist with project management for capital and operational initiatives, including design review, construction oversight, inspection coordination, invoice approval, budget tracking, and schedule adherence.
Conduct field inspections of work in progress or upon completion.
Collaborate with regulatory entities such as TCEQ, TGLO, and TDLR as needed.
Serve as the primary on-site authority for real-time project-site decisions.
Issue field directives, approve plan modifications, or enact emergency stop-work orders when needed to protect public health, safeguard resources, and minimize County liability.
Establish goals and priorities for development staff, projects, and development review processes.
Prepare and submit reports and correspondence as necessary.
Ensure property owners and developers are informed and advised regarding the Master Thoroughfare Plan, subdivision regulations, and permitting requirements.
Communicate project goals, timelines, and impacts to residents and stakeholders.
Assist with preparing departmental and special-program budgets and operate the department within the approved budget.
Supervise assigned staff.
Assist with interviewing, hiring, directing, evaluating, disciplining, and/or terminating department personnel in accordance with County and departmental policies and procedures.
Suggest and analyze departmental record-keeping procedures, manage department records, and use computer information systems to maintain and use department databases effectively.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging regulations, pending legislation, and planning and development trends that affect Lubbock County Subdivision Regulations, programs, and processes.
Perform other duties as assigned.