#79 - Denison Director of Development Services PositionCast™

The City of Denison, Texas, is searching for its next Director of Development Services during a period of significant growth and development.

In this PositionCast™, Interim City Manager Renee’ Waggoner discusses the opportunity, Denison’s leadership culture, the Development Services team, and what the successful candidate will need to bring to the role.

Topics include:

• Leading planning and zoning, building permitting and inspections, neighborhood services and code compliance, and historic preservation.

• Managing rapid growth while protecting Denison’s historic character, established neighborhoods, and quality of life.

• The approximately 3,200 acre Preston Harbor development along Lake Texoma and other major growth occurring throughout the community.

• Building strong relationships with employees, developers, residents, City Council, and community partners.

• The leadership style, experience, and approach Denison is seeking in its next director.

Salary Range: $150,000 to $170,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

First Review: August 24, 2026.

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00:00 Denison Is the Right Step 01:30 Growth and Opportunity in Denison 02:49 Leadership and Culture at the City 08:04 Managing Growth While Protecting Denison 11:48 The Director of Development Services Role 16:25 Preston Harbor and What’s Ahead 19:39 What Makes Denison Special 27:37 The First 90 Days and Ideal Candidate

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