The City of Arcadia is seeking a highly motivated Deputy Development Services Director to join the Development Services Department team. The incumbent assigned to this position would assume management responsibility for the department and related activities, including direct oversight of planning, zoning, environmental review (CEQA), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), historic preservation, and business license. Additionally, they would assist in the coordination and oversight of other departmental functions and serve as second-in-command to ensure continuity of leadership across the department.
If you are looking to have a meaningful impact with service and excellence as guiding principles, then we invite you to join our team of collaborative, community-focused changemakers!
Desired qualities include being a spirited team player and a self-starter, people-oriented and trustworthy, having great management and interpersonal skills, being an effective communicator, and being principled with a great work ethic.
What we offer includes a CalPERS retirement plan, monthly benefit contributions, $300/month deferred compensation match through Empower, city paid vision plan for employee and family, city paid life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, and long-term disability, bilingual pay, and tuition reimbursement/advancement upon completion of probationary period.
Note regarding salary: indicated salary range will take effect on July 1, 2026. Newly hired candidates typically start at the first step of the salary range (Step A); however, a higher step within the salary range may be negotiated based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and skillset.
The recruitment process, important dates, and application requirements include an application submission deadline of 11:59 PM on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, and a qualifications appraisal interview in the week of July 20, 2026 (tentative). Application requirement: applicants are required to include a cover letter as part of the application submission process.
Under administrative direction, to direct, manage, supervise, and coordinate Development Services Development programs and activities including planning, zoning, environmental review (CEQA), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), historic preservation, and business license; to coordinate assigned activities with other City departments, divisions, and outside agencies; and to provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Development Services Director; Serve as the Development Services Director in their absence.