Development and Business Services Director

Summary:

This position serves as the Director for the Development and Business Services (DBS) Department and is appointed by the Mayor. It provides direction, leadership and general oversight to the DBS Department which includes the divisions of Economic Development (business development, city center, tourism), Community Planning (current planning, comprehensive planning, transportation), Permits & Inspection Services (plan review, inspections, permits, development engineering, fire prevention in conjunction with the Regional Fire Authority, code enforcement) and administrative support.

This position directs four division managers within the department who are dedicated to managing the City’s growth, development, community planning, economic vitality, environmental standards, quality of life, and code compliance. The Director ensures that the City's Community Vision, strategic planning, council direction, and core values are incorporated into the Department’s’ mission; serves as a member of the City’s Executive Leadership Team; is a primary contact for the City with the business and development community; and is the liaison with community partners in the public and private sectors on DBS-related functions and responsibilities.

More information about this position can be found in the recruitment flyer.

https://www.lynnwoodwa.gov/files/sharedassets/public/v/1/dbs/revised_dbs-director-brochure.pdf (Download PDF reader)