Dev Svcs Administrator

Job Description

Overview

Under general direction, is responsible to plan, organize, & direct the development & implementation of business services activities within the Development Services Department; to coordinate technical service activities with other City divisions and/or departments; provide highly responsible technical support to front counter; call center; over the counter consultations & project management team. Ability to facilitate development projects through process, interpret & apply Federal, State, & local policies, procedures, laws, & regulations related to the assigned area.

Responsibilities

• Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals

• Knowledge of principles and practices of construction and engineering

• Recommend and implement goals and objectives, establish performance standards and methods for the business services activities

• Develop and implement policies and procedures

• Knowledge of codes, regulations, ordinances related to the construction/building industry, City standards & specification

• Knowledge of procedures / techniques for plan reviews, zoning revies & permit issuance

• Plan, develop, & oversee the work of staff involved in business services activities related to management of city-wide development permitting and electronic plan review system development & inspections; city wide development activity reporting

• Ability to read and interpret building plans & implement policies & procedures

• Oversee and coordinate the design, implementation, maintenance & administration of the enterprise permitting system

• Coordinate with the Information Technology Department to ensure effective integration of Development Services information system

• Participate in the design, implementation & control of automated permitting, reporting & mapping

• Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations

• Submit justifications for compliance activities; monitor and control expenditures

• Participate in the selection of staff; coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; recommend discipline; implement discipline procedures as directed

• Participate in and manage a variety of special projects; collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data; prepare and present finding and recommendations

• Perform legislative monitoring for its impact on business services activities and operations

• Prepare and present reports and information to the Assistant Director

• Evaluate business needs and operations and recommend and implement technology improvements and modifications to streamline and/or automate activities; prepare reports on operations and activities

• Perform legislative monitoring for its impact on business services activities and operations

• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Exempt - Full-Time
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement
• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree (BA/BS)

• Five (5) years of experience - Identifying, developing, and implementing technological business solutions, preferably in a City Municipal or Urban Planning Environment

• Two (2) years of supervisory experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

Required within eighteen (18) months of hire

• ICC Permit Technician Certification

• ICC Code Specialist Certification

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes

• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

• Drug Screening: Yes

• Physical Exam: Yes

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications and may request additional information. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.

The City of Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

Closing Date/Time: November 24, 2026