Lance began working at the City of Sachse in March 2004. He received an Associates Degree in Liberal Arts from East Arizona College, a Bachelor  of Science Degree in Physical Education from Baker University, and a Master of Science Degree in Sports and Recreation Management from the University of Kansas.

Prior to joining the City of Sachse, Lance spent five years as the Parks and Recreation Director in El Dorado, Kansas, and more than three years as the recreation supervisor at Shawnee County Parks and Recreation in Topeka, Kansas. Lance is a Certified Parks and Recreation Professional, Certified Pool Operator, and served as a branch chair for the Kansas Recreation and Parks Association.