Required Experience:
REQUIREMENTS
· Bachelor's degree in Planning, Public Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred)
· AICP certification or willingness to obtain
· At least 5 years of experience in municipal or local government planning/development preferred.
· Proficiency in GIS/CAD and development software
· Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
· Strong ethics, professionalism, and community-focused mindset
· Ability to pass a post-offer drug test and criminal history check
OUR BENEFITS PACKAGE
At the City of Kennedale, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future.
· City-Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Short-Term Disability.
· Voluntary insurance options with additional plans like disability, accident, or critical illness.
· 2:1 employer match through Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS).
· Paid Time Off – Includes 11 paid holidays, plus paid vacation and sick leave.
Apply today and become a key player in shaping Kennedale’s growth and success!
The City of Kennedale is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Experience:
City Planning: 5 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Kennedale, TX 76060 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Kennedale, TX 76060: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Duties / Expectations:
Director of Community Development (Planning)
City of Kennedale
Kennedale, TX 76060
$90,000 - $100,000 a year - Full-time
Skills
GIS software
CAD software
Do you have experience in GIS software?
Education
Bachelor's degree
(Required)
Do you have a Bachelor's degree?
Benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Health insurance
Retirement plan
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Health savings account
Full job description
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
The City of Kennedale, Texas (pop. 10,233) is seeking a Director of Community Development. Kennedale is located just southeast of Fort Worth. We are a family-oriented community providing a refuge from the hectic pace of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Open spaces, green belts, and trails enhance our serenity, quality of life, and community. With easy access from I-20 and 287, Kennedale is economically prosperous, business-friendly, and conveniently located, providing opportunities to shop, work, and play.
Are you a visionary leader ready to shape the future of a growing city? The City of Kennedale is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Community Development Director to lead planning, development, zoning, and permitting operations during a time of dynamic residential and commercial growth. This is a key leadership role with high visibility and the opportunity to make a lasting impact.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
· Oversee planning, zoning, permitting, inspections, and code enforcement
· Guide development review and long-term community planning
· Serve as staff liaison to City Council, Planning & Zoning Commission, and EDC
· Manage department budget, staff, and strategic initiatives
· Lead public engagement and represent the City at meetings and events
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