Development Services Director

Job Description:

Development Services Director

Description

Description

Located in beautiful North Central Arizona at an elevation of 5,100 feet, the Town of Prescott Valley offers a mild, four-season climate and an exceptional quality of life. We are seeking a dynamic, people-focused Director of Development Services with proven experience in leadership, public service, and community-focused management.

Our team is made up of dedicated and innovative professionals who take pride in serving our residents, businesses, and visitors. Together, we strive to make Prescott Valley a vibrant place to live, work, and play.

If you're passionate about public service, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are committed to shaping a better future for your community, we invite you to bring your leadership to our team.

Examples of Duties

The Town of Prescott Valley is seeking a passionate, dynamic, and experienced individual to join our team as the Development Services Director. This key leadership role will play a crucial part in shaping and guiding the future growth and development of our vibrant community.

As Director, you will oversee the development and implementation of comprehensive regulations, zoning ordinances, and building codes to ensure compliance, safety, and aesthetic integrity in all construction projects. You will manage the permit issuance and inspection process to ensure timely and accurate reviews of plans and compliance with all relevant codes and regulations. You will also verify development projects are executed at the highest standards aligning with our town's values and goals.

We're looking for a passionate advocate for community development-someone who values collaboration, innovation, and compassion. If you're driven to showcase your deep understanding of land use planning, development regulations, and building codes, along with exceptional leadership skills, Prescott Valley offers a rewarding opportunity.

Typical Qualification

Master's Degree in Planning, Urban Development, Public Administration, or closely related field. Must have 10 years of professional experience in planning/zoning or other community development services, including at least 5 years in a senior management role. The Town may consider an equivalent combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for the job.
Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field. Experience in growing communities or similar municipal settings.
• AICP Certification
• Background in land use planning principles, development regulations, zoning ordinances and building codes.
• Experience in budget development and management.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Familiarity with GIS and other relevant software applications.
• Data-driven decision-making skills.
• Accountability while managing multiple projects.

Apply with your resume and cover letter at governmentjobs.com/careers

First review of applications will begin on October 15, 2025, with the position open until November 1, 2025.

The full salary range: $138,112 - $207,168. Expected hiring range: $138,112 - $155,000. Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Please complete an online application at our website with resume and cover letter attached. Applications without the required resume and cover letter will not be considered.

For questions, please contact the Human Resources Recruiter at sandrews@prescottvalley-az.gov.

Town of Prescott Valley Town Manager's Office

7501 E. Skoog Blvd, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314

Supplemental Information

The Town of Prescott Valley-The Cooler Side of Arizona

The Town of Prescott Valley is located in beautiful central Arizona, set between the scenic Mingus and Bradshaw mountain ranges in the heart of Yavapai County. Our high desert elevation of 5,100 feet affords us four seasons with mild temperatures year-round. Prescott Valley is the largest and fastest-growing municipality in the county. (est. 50,000 pop.)

Founded in 1966, Prescott Valley offers a small-town, rural atmosphere filled with rich natural beauty and modern amenities. Three national forests are nearby, and the South Rim of the Grand Canyon is a short two-hour drive away. The Prescott Valley lifestyle is for someone who enjoys a relaxed pace of life, but also wants the excitement of being part of a growing, evolving community!

Known as a diverse, welcoming community, Prescott Valley boasts excellent cultural, recreational and educational activities and superior public services. The Town's downtown area is anchored by a 5,000 seat, town-owned event center that hosts concerts, sporting events, and shows.

A carefully created General Plan serves to protect the quality of life that has been the reason that many have moved to Prescott Valley. The town has an excellent K-12 school system, local access to higher education, and offers a variety of shopping and restaurant options in and around its inviting central business district.

Town Values

Incorporated in 1978, the Town operates under the council-manager form of government. We believe our greatest resource in fulfilling our mission is our employees! Our signature count-on-me SERVICE culture means together, we roll up our sleeves and get the job done quickly and effectively. We value INTEGRITY, holding ourselves to the highest standards; we are responsible, honest and transparent. RESPECT, we treat others with dignity. We genuinely welcome differences in people, cultures, ideas and experiences for a more inclusive workplace. TEAMWORK, honoring our commitments. FUN, our energizing force to create and innovate finding a new way to pioneer public services. When we have fun doing what we love our citizens love their experiences with us! With a sense of humility we give our time, attention and action in service to others.

Under the leadership of our Town Manager and Council, the Town of Prescott Valley is a proactive, visionary, and solution-oriented organization. Fiscally conservative, the Town is financially sound with little debt and healthy reserves, positioning us to move forward in continued smart and sustainable growth for years to come.

Benefits for a full-time regular, employee:

The Town of Prescott Valley offers a highly competitive benefits package including:

• General Leave: 200 hours of general leave per year, increasing with longevity and pro-rated for part-time positions
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year, including one floating holiday per fiscal year
• Health Insurance: Three health plans available to select from at a group rate. Town pays 100% of employee premiums for certain plans with family coverage optional
• Health Savings Account with Town contributions for qualified High Deductible Health Plan selections
• Dental Insurance: 100% of employee premiums paid by the Town. Family coverage is optional
• Vision Insurance: 100% of employee premiums paid by the Town. Family coverage is optional
• Flexible Spending Accounts:Health Care and Dependent Care accounts available
• Short Term Disability Insurance: Town-paid coverage
• Long Term Disability Insurance: Town-paid coverage
• Life Insurance: Town-paid insurance valued at the annual salary ($100,000 maximum); additional life insurance for self and/or dependent is available at employee's cost
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Alternate to Social Security - 457 Deferred Compensation Plan with Town match up to 6%
• Retirement: Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined Benefit plan or Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) with mandatory city and employee contributions. ASRS Plan includes Long Term Disability Benefit.
• Voluntary employee paid Ancillary Benefits including Cancer Benefit, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance, Legal and ID Shield

• Direct Deposit: Paychecks are deposited directly into the employee's bank account(s) on a bi-weekly schedule.

Closing Date/Time: 11/1/2025 5:00 PM Arizona

Salary:

$138,112.00 - $207,168.00 Annually