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Development Services Manager

Slate & Associates, Attorneys at Law
Pearland, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 5/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/5/2026
The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a full-time Development Services Manager to oversee the general administration of the development review process. This job works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

The Development Services Manager earns a competitive salary 71,682.31 - 91,394.94 based on experience. Additionally, the city pays all premiums for our employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents. We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match, life insurance, disability, access to the city's recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.

About The City Of Pearland

Pearland is one of the fastest growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and superb quality of life. Ranked as one of the top ten safest cities in Texas, Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation.

Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth. Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged.

A DAY IN THE LIFE AS A Development Services Manager

Skills

A successful candidate will have the ability to apply critical thinking skills and sound judgment while working collaboratively and proactively with colleagues at all levels of the organization to solve problems and find sustainable solutions. As is expected of all City of Pearland employees, any candidate is expected to operate in accordance with the City's Organization Values:

  • Trust: We build trust by providing excellent service, honoring it through accountability and effective communication.
  • Respect: We act with kindness and empathy; embracing diversity and inclusion.
  • Integrity: We are honest, ethical and do the right things for the right reasons.
  • Teamwork: We are a caring workplace made up of a team working towards a shared purpose. We collaborate and support each other.
  • Ownership: This is our city, we are invested and dedicated to its continuous success. We take pride in all we do.
  • Innovation: We are progressive thinkers who embrace the challenge of continuous improvement.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities: The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

Essential Functions

Oversees the general administration of the development review process for the City.

Tracks and coordinates commercial projects that involve multiple departments, jurisdictions, and points of contact.

Manages the development and administration of the divisor's budget to include estimating staffing, equipment, and supply needs.

Oversees and facilitates the Development Review Committee and the pre-development meetings.

Serves as in internal project manager for complex, commercial development projects. Lead and assist with special projects.

Serves as an ombudsman to the development and business community.

Prepares agenda items, make public presentations, coordinates, with other community groups.

Additional Duties

Assist with customer service issues, responding to inquiries, and coordinating with other departments.

Interviews, selects, supervises, develops, and counsels personnel according to established City policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Performs related work as assigned.

Education, Experience, And Licenses

Requires a Bachelor's Degree in planning, public administration, or closely related field.

Requires two years development or closely related experience.

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