What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development Services Director position at City of Richland, WA?
General Summary
The City of Richland is seeking a Development Services Director for this thriving city in southeastern Washington located at the confluence of the Columbia and Yakima Rivers. Richland is known for its friendly community, low cost of living, abundant outdoor recreation opportunities, and 300 days of sunshine each year. The City serves a population of 64,706 across 40 square miles with a budget of $358 million and a team of 591 FTEs.
THE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIRECTOR
Reporting to the Deputy City Manager, the Development Services Director manages a diverse and substantial economic development portfolio which includes advanced clean energy opportunities. The Director will play an instrumental and influential leadership role in the visioning and implementation of downtown and riverfront redevelopment, permitting process improvements, Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update, and other transformative initiatives. The Director oversees a department budget of $9.7 million (including capital) and a team of 21.5 FTEs. Direct reports include the Building Official, Planning Manager, CDBG/HOME Administrator, Economic Development Manager, and Administrative Assistant II.
WHY APPLY
The City of Richland is a premier and well-established City on the verge of a great transformation. This position is a rare opportunity for an experienced industry professional desiring to put their complete skillset to use in making a significant impact in the trajectory of a highly desirable community with a sophisticated and engaged population. The Development Services Director is part of a dynamic and supportive executive leadership team led by City Manager Jon Amundson who describes this open position as a “profoundly incredible opportunity to make a significant impact in the trajectory of a community on the cusp of an exciting future.”
Minimum Qualifications
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Valid driver’s license.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree with coursework in public administration, planning, or related and six (6) or more years of experience in community development operations, including five (5) years in a senior management capacity, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental Information
Interested candidates should visit the links below to view more information and to apply. First review of candidates will be March 30, 2025.
Job Posting - Development Services Director
Job Profile - Development Services Director (Download PDF reader)
Target Hiring Range is: $137,862.40 - $165,443.20 Annually with Full Salary Range of $137,862.40 - $193,024.00 Annually.
The individual selected for this position will be required to pass a comprehensive background check commensurate to the position.
Summary of City of Richland benefits for unaffiliated staff (non-represented employees):
Note: Unaffiliated staff (non-union employees) may receive some or all of the benefits listed below based on the Compensation Plan For Unaffiliated Employees (Comp Plan) with the City; consult the Comp Plan for specific information about position benefits.
Regular Full-Time (35 to 40 hr/week) Employee Benefits
- Excellent open access (preferred provider) medical plan with substantial City-paid contribution
- City-paid dental and vision plans
- City-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (equals two times the employee's annual salary)
- City-paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Participation in the State of Washington's Retirement Plan (PERS)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 10 Paid Holidays
- 4% City-match deferred compensation with 457 and 401(a) plan options
- Senior Management Level = additional 4% City-paid into the 401(a) Plan
- Management Level = additional 3% City-paid into the 401(a) Plan
- Supervisors or Exempt Level = additional 1% City-paid into the 401(a) Plan
- Extended Sick Leave (ESL)
- Section 125 - Flexible Benefits Plan (Medical/Dependent Care)
- City Paid and Employee Paid Retirement Health Savings Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Annual Performance Assessment System
- Essential Plan health coverage (High Deductible PPO Plan)
- City pays 50% of the premium for Employee & Child/dren only, Employee pays 100% of Spouse premium
- Participation in the State of Washington's Retirement Plan (PERS)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holiday Leave
- 4% City-match deferred compensation; 457 and 401 (a) Plan options
- Extended Sick Leave (ESL)
- Section 125 - Flexible Benefits Plan (Medical/Dependent Care)
- Annual Performance Assessment System
- Participation in the State of Washington's Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holiday Leave
- 4% City-match deferred compensation; 457 and 401 (a) Plan options
- Extended Sick Leave (ESL)
- Section 125 - Flexible Benefits Plan (Medical/Dependent Care)
- Annual Performance Assessment System
Must meet eligibility requirements
- Essential Plan health coverage (High Deductible PPO Plan)
Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual
Regular Full-Time (40hr) Accrual Rates. (The accrual rates for full time (30-34hr) and part-time positions is pro-rated based upon the position's budgeted hours.)
Years of Continuous Service / Maximum Hours Per Month
0 months through 6 months / 13.33 hours per month
6 months through 9 years / 20.33 hours per month
10 years through 15 years / 22.33 hours per month
16 years through 20 years / 24.33 hours per month
Over 20 years / 26.33 hours per month
Salary : $137,862 - $165,443
