Development Services Director

Are you a collaborative and forward-thinking leader who can guide community development, oversee complex projects, and build strong partnerships? If so, apply to be the City of Klamath Falls’ next Development Services Director!We’re looking for an exceptional, strategic leader who is:Experienced in planning, engineering, airport operations, and economic developmentSkilled in managing teams and large-scale capital projectsAdept at navigating policy, regulatory, and community engagement processesKlamath Falls is a growing community with an urban growth boundary of more than 45,000 residents known for its strong sense of community, economic opportunity, and exceptional outdoor lifestyle. Often called the “City of Sunshine,” it enjoys nearly 300 sunny days per year and offers a high quality of life.The Development Services Department provides planning, engineering, and airport services that guide the City’s growth and development. The department oversees land use, zoning, infrastructure planning, engineering, and airport operations. Reporting to the City Manager, the Development Services Director will:Lead and manage Planning, Engineering, and Airport divisionsOversee long-range planning and capital improvement programsDevelop policies, budgets, and organizational strategiesServe as liaison to economic development agencies and stakeholdersEnsure compliance with regulatory and land-use requirementsThe City is seeking an innovative and collaborative leader with experience in community development, engineering, planning, or a related field. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who can effectively engage with elected officials, staff, and community stakeholders.Required qualifications include:Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, planning, engineering, or related fieldMinimum of 8 years of relevant experience (or master’s + 3 years)Valid driver’s license (Oregon required within 30 days of hire)Preferred qualifications include:Professional Civil Engineer (PE) or AICP certificationExperience in local government and economic developmentExperience working with airport operations or aviation-related projectsThe salary range is $128,796 - $185,412 (with a hiring range of up to $153,696), depending on experience and qualifications.For more information on this position, contact:Marsha Reed, Senior Vice PresidentMarshaReed@GovernmentResource.com | 806-789-9641