City of Marietta, GA

Municipal government delivering city services

Director of Development Services

Urban PlanningConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeMarietta, GA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Economic Development, Political Science, Urban Planning, Economics, Real Estate, or a related field.
At least seven years of progressively responsible experience in planning, economic development, or land development, including at least three years of management or supervisory experience.
Knowledge of local government planning, economic and community development, new urbanism, traditional neighborhood design, smart growth strategies, strategic planning procedures, redevelopment principles, marketing principles, and real estate sales and purchase procedures.
Ability to analyze development processes and implement best practices.
General knowledge of development and planning practices and principles, zoning and code regulations, housing programs, and applicable federal and state programs.
Skill in formulating, analyzing, and effectively communicating development plans to the public, private developers, city management, and city officials.
Ability to manage, direct, and supervise professional and clerical staff.
Successful candidates must submit to a drug screen and background inquiry.

Responsibilities

Organize and direct the Planning and Zoning, Code Enforcement, and Community Development divisions, including the Community Development Block Grant program.
Supervise and direct department staff and manage the Planning and Zoning, Code Enforcement, and Community Development divisions; evaluate division managers and administrative staff.
Work with staff to review developers' plans for compliance with zoning, code, and environmental regulations, and communicate findings.
Manage Development Services Department operations and budget; compile financial data for annual operating and capital budgets for the department and each division, and control and approve expenditures.
Develop collaborative initiatives across the three division areas to improve operations.
Analyze the City's development review process and develop policy and process improvements.
Compile, analyze, and publish data on land use and community development in the City of Marietta.
Coordinate local land use planning efforts with county, state, and regional planning officials.
Respond to developers, investors, and businesses seeking information and assistance on development regulations and procedures, and develop solutions to advance development.
Advise city management and, when requested, the Mayor and City Council on planning policies; advise appointed boards, including the Planning Commission, Zoning Appeals Board, and Historic Board of Review.
Help prioritize Community Development Block Grant funds and develop approaches to community development.
Collaborate with the Economic Development team to develop small- and large-area plans.

Desired Qualifications

A master's degree in Economic Development, Planning, Public Administration, Business Administration, Architecture, or a related field.
AICP or CED certification is highly desirable.
Ability to promote collaborative efforts across work streams.

Rate of Pay: Based on Qualifications
Status: Open Until November 15, 2026

This role operates within a highly regulatory environment and requires demonstrated expertise in ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and governing standards. This position reports to the City Manager and is responsible for organizing and directing the functions of the: Planning and Zoning, Code Enforcement and Community Development divisions.

Essential Job Functions:

Provides supervision and direction to immediate staff of the Development Services Department and is responsible for the planning, directing, organization and general management of Planning and Zoning, Code Enforcement, and Community Development Divisions including the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). Evaluates the performance of division managers and administrative staff.
Works with staff to review developers' plans to ensure compliance with zoning, code and environmental regulations. Formulates and conveys insights based on this evaluation.
Responsible for the Development Services Department operations and budget. Compiles all financial data necessary to provide an accurate annual operating and capital budget for the department and each division. Controls and approves department and division expenditures.
Develops collaborative initiatives across the three division areas that bring innovative strategies and approaches to the operations.

Analyze the City’s development review process and develop policy and process improvements.
Compiles, analyzes and publishes data on land use and community development with the City of Marietta.
Coordinates local land use planning efforts with county, state, and regional planning officials.
Receives calls and provides information and assistance concerning development regulations and procedures to developers, investors and businesses interested in development within the City of Marietta. Develops creative solutions and approaches to help development advance.
Provides guidance and assistance to city management and, when requested, the Mayor and City Council, in formulating planning policies. Department acts as advisor to various appointed boards, including but not limited to the Planning Commission, Zoning Appeals Board, and the Historic Board of Review.
Helps prioritize Community Development Block Grant funds and devises innovative approaches to community development.
Collaborates with the Economic Development team in the development of small and large area plans.

Job Requirements:

BA degree in Economic Development, Political Science, Urban Planning, Economics, Real Estate or related field. Prefer master’s degree in Economic Development, Planning, Public or Business Administration, Architecture, or related field. AICP or CED certification is highly desirable.
Minimum of seven (7) years progressively responsible experience in planning, economic or land development including at least three years management or supervisory experience.
Knowledge of the principals of local government planning, economic and community development, new urbanism, traditional neighborhood design, smart growth strategies, strategic planning procedures, redevelopment principals, marketing principals, and real estate sales and purchase procedures.
Ability to promote collaborative efforts across work streams.
Ability to analyze development processes and implement best practices.
General knowledge of development and planning practices and principles, zoning and code regulations, housing programs, and applicable federal and state programs.
Skill in formulating, analyzing and effectively communicating development plans to the public, private developers, city management and city officials.
Ability to manage, direct and supervise professional and clerical staff.

Disclaimer
Successful candidates are required to submit to drug screen, and background inquiry.

About the Company

City of Marietta, GA

Municipal government delivering city services

Marietta provides local government services to residents and businesses, including utilities (Marietta Power & Water), sanitation, road maintenance, parks, public safety, and planning and economic development. Services are delivered through city departments overseen by a City Manager under a Mayor-Council-Manager form of government. It differentiates itself through integrated service delivery, a clear governance structure, and active economic development programs that support both large employers and small businesses. Its goal is to provide reliable services, maintain infrastructure, ensure public safety, preserve the community’s character, and foster local economic growth.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Marietta, GA
Founded: 1834

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