Director of Planning and Development

You must apply via the City of Bee Cave's website to be considered for the position.

Under administrative direction from the City Manager and Assistant City Manager, plans, directs, and supervises the activities and operations of the Planning, Building, Engineering, and Code Enforcement functions of the City of Bee Cave. Responsible for the management of the Planning & Zoning Commission activities.

Reports to and works under the general supervision of the Assistant City Manager.

As a primary duty of the job, assume full management responsibility and exercise supervision over Planning and Development Department staff. Currently seven (7) full time employees.

• Assume full management responsibility for all Planning & Development Department projects and plans, including the review/update of the Comprehensive plan; preparation and/or oversight of short- and long-range planning documents.
• Develop and draft recommendations to City Council and other Boards/Commissions on City goals, objectives, policies, and regulations related to development.
• Lead the Department in conducting topically focused “special research projects” as required by City Management; prepare a variety of reports on findings, operations, and activities; make recommendations.
• Compile and maintain demographic data, making projections and estimates.
• Responsible for all Planning & Development Department services and activities related to the processing of development- and special event- related applications and ordinances; the coordination and execution of code compliance; recommending and administering policies and procedures.
• Review and process planning applications; ensure compliance with appropriate laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances; prepare public hearing notices and staff reports; make presentations to the Planning and Zoning Commission and oversee the agenda process.
• Oversee the creation and management of GIS data and mapping, a function the Department performs on behalf of the City.
• Provide staff assistance and prepare reports to the Planning and Zoning Commission, the City Council, the City Manager, and related boards and commissions.
• Prepare or direct the preparation of agendas, staff reports and other necessary correspondence; make presentations as needed.
• Manage the development and implementation of the Planning & Development Department goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for each assigned service area. Develop, justify and forecast Department programs, policies, and activities.
• Recommend, within City policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; monitor and evaluate work methods and procedures; assign projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; allocate resources accordingly.
• Select, train, motivate, and evaluate Planning & Development Department personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to identify opportunities for improvement and correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
• Oversee and participate in the development and administration of the Planning & Development Department budget; approve the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; approve expenditures and implement budgetary adjustments as appropriate and necessary.
• Interact with and provide information and, as appropriate, guidance to boards, developers, contractors, landowners, citizens, businesses, and the general public on development-related matters, issues, policies, and regulations.
• Mentor staff in providing exceptional customer service and resolve difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints. Negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
• Represent the Planning & Development Department to other City departments, elected officials, and outside activities; coordinate Planning & Development Department activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations.
• Facilitate completion of interdepartmental projects and programs. Meet with management staff to identify opportunities for coordination and resolve problems.
• Perform all other…