NEOGOV · 5 months ago
Portland Permitting & Development Director (Director II) - Open Until Filled
1900 SW 4th Ave, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$177K/yr - $257K/yr
10+ years expNEOGOV is part of the City of Portland, seeking a Permitting & Development Director to lead a team of over 300 employees and manage a budget of nearly $80 million. The role involves overseeing permitting, inspections, compliance, and development review services, driving strategic vision and operational transformation during a pivotal moment of government restructuring.
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Responsibilities
Oversee permitting, inspections, development review, and compliance processes
Guide implementation and enforcement of building and land use codes
Lead strategic planning, change management, and modernization efforts
Promote a culture of equity, innovation, and continuous improvement
Manage a $80M budget with fiscal responsibility and transparency
Collaborate with other bureaus to ensure coordinated citywide permitting
Represent PP&D before City Council, media, and in public forums
Foster strong relationships with community members and stakeholders
Lead efforts to improve digital systems and service responsiveness
Qualification
Required
10+ years leading complex permitting or development organizations
Demonstrated success embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion into operations and policy
Strategic leadership experience in civic or public-sector transformation
Skilled in change management, organizational development, and innovation
Strong background in stakeholder engagement and inclusive community processes
Expertise in land use policy, environmental regulations, and urban development
Collaborative leader who can build consensus across bureaus and communities
Commitment to public service, transparency, and cultural competency
Familiarity with Portland's zoning history and its impacts on communities of color is strongly valued
Preferred
Degree in urban planning, public administration, or related field preferred
If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) by the closing date of the recruitment
Benefits
Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental)
Carrot Fertility
Wellness Benefits
Life Insurance
Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families.
Employee Assistance Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement
Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer
Family Medical Leave
City Paid Parental Leave
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
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CEO
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