Development Services Administrator

Development Services Administrator

Salary

$94,700.58 - $144,524.90 Annually

Location

1901 S ALAMO ST SAN ANTONIO,78207, TX

Job Type

4C Full-Time

Job Number

2027-00106

Department

Development Services

Opening Date

10/13/2026

Closing Date

10/27/2026 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Summary

Under administrative direction, is responsible for performing administrative-level work supervising a division of the Development Services Department. Conducts research, provides data, makes recommendations, and implements solutions to achieve department goals and objectives. Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of one of the specialized divisions of Development Services, including Field Services, Plan Review, and Land Development. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

Work Location

Cliff Morton Development and Business Services Center (One Stop) - 1901 S. Alamo St., San Antonio, TX (78204)

Work Hours

7:45 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

Essential Job Functions

• Develops administrative and operational plans to ensure the efficient operation of a division of the Development Services Department.
• Oversees coordination between divisions, departments and contracted agencies throughout duration of assigned special projects.
• Attends meetings with individual stakeholders, organizations, and associations as they relate to a division of Development Services.
• Prepares responses for City Council, staff and citizens regarding a division of Development Services.
• Suggests and implements management solutions to address new or ongoing problems within department, division, or section.
• Monitors and maintains performance metrics for assigned division of Development Services.
• Prepares reports relating to Development Services Department issues.
• Prepares training programs for staff related to customer services affecting the section and department.
• Prepares budget recommendations for the section.
• Serves as liaison to address City Council concerns through assigned staff.
• Responsible for the coordination of street name changes.
• Serves as departmental representative on committees.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in customer service with municipal government; building construction, municipal building plan or zoning review, or permit issuance, including three (3) years of supervisory or administrative experience.
• Valid Class C Texas Drivers License.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of procedures and techniques for plan reviews, zoning reviews and permit issuance.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of construction and engineering.
• Knowledge of codes, regulations, and ordinances related to the construction/building industry, City standards and specifications.
• Knowledge of basic mathematical principles.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management.
• Knowledge of public administration practices and local government issues.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
• Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations related to the assigned area.
• Ability to read and interpret building plans.
• Ability to implement policies and procedures.
• Ability to facilitate development projects through process.
• Ability to interpret and properly apply all applicable regulations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff, management and the general public.
• Ability to plan and prioritize the work of personnel.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.

01

Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02

Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

04

What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
• Masters Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

05

How many years of experience do you have in customer service with municipal government, building construction, municipal building plan or zoning review, or permit issuance?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years
• 11 years
• 12 years
• 13 years
• 14 years
• 15 years +

06

How many years of supervisory or administrative experience do you have in customer service with municipal government, building construction, municipal building plan or zoning review, or permit issuance?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years +

07

Do you have a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

08

How many years of experience do you have working on annual budgets and related processes?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years +

09

How many years of project management experience do you have?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years +

10

How many years of process improvement experience do you have?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
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• 5 years +

11

How many years of management experience do you have?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years +

12

Please indicate if you meet any of the following preferred qualifications (select all that apply):

• Experience managing division-level operations in Development Services or a similar municipal environment.
• Experience with building plan review, zoning review, or permitting systems.
• Experience preparing and presenting information to elected officials or executive leadership.
• Experience leading teams through regulatory, code, or ordinance interpretation and application.
• None of the above

13

This position develops and oversees administrative and operational plans. Tell us about a time you created or improved a process or workflow. What problem were you addressing, and what was the result? If you do not have experience, answer "N/A".

14

This role requires coordinating work across divisions, departments, and external agencies. Describe a situation where you managed this type of coordination and how you ensured effective communication. If you do not have experience, answer "N/A".

15

I acknowledge that this position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

• I acknowledge.

16

I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.

Required Question

Employer City of San Antonio

Address Human Resources Department

San Antonio, Texas, 78205

Phone 210-207-8705

Website http://www.sanantonio.gov/HR/CareerCenter.aspx