Senior Planner

Scope of Work

Performs field and office work related to planning and development programs for utilization of land and physical facilities of the city.

Essential Job Duties

• Assists with scheduling, monitoring and evaluation of the work of subordinate support staff.

• Prepares special studies and reports related to code amendments and annexation studies. Assists with comprehensive plan and studies and updates as necessary.

• Prepares statistical reports.

• Reviews requests for changes in zoning and prepares written reports. Reviews proposed subdivision plat applications.

• Presents information to the City Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission.

• Reviews miscellaneous applications including temporary land uses, special events, public right of way, etc.

• Responds to public inquiries concerning development of the city in general as well as specific areas.

• Researches, compiles and analyzes land use and related data.

• Works with the public and developers in answering questions and providing information.

• Performs related duties as required.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

Ability to sit, stand and move about a building and to inspect public and private property.

Required Qualifications

Ability to effectively communicate with developers, citizens and employees in order to provide information for planning and zoning issues.

Excellent oral, written, and graphics communication skills, general knowledge of municipal planning functions and geographic information systems (ESRI ArcGIS).

Knowledge of current acceptable planning processes and procedures. Ability to read and understand technical materials, reports and journals. Skill in developing related reports and ability to analyze and present data on land use applications and planning. Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, to citizens, the city council and other government officials.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in architecture, planning, engineering or economics plus one to three years of experience. Valid Texas Driver's License.

AICP certification or candidate status is preferred.