Seminole County is ideally located in beautiful Central Florida, just 25 miles from downtown Orlando, and less than an hour’s drive to world-class beaches along the Atlantic Ocean. The County is part of the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford Metropolitan Statistical Area and is the third most densely populated county in the state.
Home to seven incorporated municipalities, including the county seat of Sanford, Seminole County has an exceptional quality of life that includes a mild year-round climate, 344 square miles of lush tropical foliage, 2,000 fresh-water lakes and rivers, and diverse wildlife that offers the classic Florida experience of enjoying peaceful rivers, fishing, boating, hiking, and so much more.
Seminole County Government has approximately 1,681 FTEs across 16 departments and an FY2026 Adopted Budget of $1.2 billion. The Director of Development Services serves as a key advisor to the County Manager and oversees 96 FTEs in the functional areas of Planning; Building, Permitting, and Zoning; Development Review Engineering; and Code Enforcement.
The Director provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight to advance policies and programs that support well-planned growth and community development. The Development Services Department prides itself on providing exceptional customer service through teamwork, positive attitude, and reliability, with a mission of “Guiding Progress with an Open-for-Business attitude, One Customer at a Time.”
Requirements include a master’s degree in Public Administration, Planning, Engineering, or Business Administration, and ten (10) years of experience; a comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications. An AICP Certification or a Florida Professional Engineer’s (PE) license is preferred. Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License.
The starting salary is dependent on qualifications and is accompanied by a competitive benefits package. Florida does not have a state income tax. The first review of resumes will take place on December 15, 2025; the position is open until filled. For a detailed brochure or to apply, visit www.srnsearch.com. If you have questions, please contact S. Renée Narloch & Associates at 850.391.0000 or info@srnsearch.com. Seminole County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with Florida’s Public Records/Sunshine Laws, resumes and applications are subject to public disclosure.
