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Planner or Senior Planner - Development Services
$85k-109k (estimate)
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City of Plano is Hiring a Planner or Senior Planner - Development Services Near Plano, TX
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SERVE At the City of Plano, our values make us who we are and guide us as we SERVE our city. As members of Team Plano, our organizational Values (what is most important to us) make up the acronym, SERVE (Stewardship Engaged Respectful Visionary Excellence). Job Details The successful candidate may be offered a position in either the Planner or Senior Planner classification. The target salary range for the Planner is $62,955 - $91,289 annually; for the Senior Planner position is: $72,884 – $105,688 annually.Why is the Planning Department a great place to work? The comprehensive array of employer-provided benefits and perks—including professional development opportunities via skill-based training and conference participation, paid professional certifications, regular in-house training, and the ability to work from home up to two days per week—are only part of the story. The foundation of our great workplace lies in our culture of teamwork, community engagement, and dedication to serving the City of Plano through excellence in city planning (we are, after all, a national award-winning planning team). Our team members are committed to providing outstanding planning, development, heritage preservation, and land records services through cooperative efforts that engage our citizens and contribute to both the long-term and immediate quality of life in our community. We have fostered a very intentional, people-centric culture where each one of us is invested and engaged in the team, the organization, and the city. We are the embodiment of Team Plano and stand by our SERVE values.
As a valued Team Plano member, you will receive numerous benefits:
Every person matters. Every job has purpose. Together we make a difference. Join Team Plano!
Planner (The job description for the Senior Planner is listed below.)
Summary of Duties: Under general supervision, the Planner is responsible for research, analysis, review, and reporting of matters relating to growth, development, redevelopment, revitalization, and the physical organization of the community. Depending on area assignment, the focus of an individual planner may include the review of development and zoning requests, records and ordinance maintenance, demographics, long range planning, neighborhood planning, downtown planning and/or various heritage preservation activities.
Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the journey-level classification in the Planner series that follows diversified procedures and implements processes to accomplish end results, within guidelines. Immediate supervision is available upon request. This class is distinguished from Planner, Senior in that the latter is a higher-level class in the series that performs more complex technical, investigative, and supervisory duties requiring a higher level of knowledge and skill.
Examples Of ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Provides general customer services; responds to concerns and inquiries.
Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge of: Principles and practices planning, historic preservation, or neighborhood engagement; federal and state law; municipal government organization and functions; and legal terminology related to development documents.
Skill in: Communicating clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing, in both formal and informal settings; preparing a wide range of written materials that communicate effectively to various audiences; operating a computer, standard software, and some specialized software; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. Prefer skill in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator; Microsoft Power BI; Airtable; and ArcGIS.
Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Geography, Community Development, Historic Preservation, Architecture, or related field.
Experience: Two (2) years of experience in urban planning, neighborhood engagement, or heritage preservation. Membership in AICP desired.
Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements
Licenses and Certifications: Texas Class C driver’s license (must obtain within 30 days of hire per state law).
Senior Planner,
Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the advanced-level classification in the Planner series. The incumbent plans detailed methods to attain desired objectives working within established policy. Methods require use of initiatives and resourcefulness in developing and improving processes and procedures. Works under indirect supervision, conferring with supervisor on unusual matters. This class is distinguished from Planner in that it is a higher-level class in the series that performs more complex technical, investigative, and supervisory duties requiring a higher level of knowledge and skill.
Examples Of ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Provides general customer services; responds to concerns and inquiries.
Skill in: Communicating clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing, in both formal and informal settings; preparing a wide range of written materials that communicate effectively to various audiences; operating a computer, standard software, and some specialized software; reading and interpreting maps, plats, and demographic data; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Geography, Community Development, Historic Preservation, Architecture, or related field.
Experience: Four (4) years of experience in urban planning, neighborhood engagement, or heritage preservation. Membership in AICP preferred.
Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements
Licenses and Certifications: Texas Class C driver’s license (must obtain within 30 days of hire per state law).
Conditions of Employment: Must pass a drug test, driver license check, criminal history background check, periodic CJIS background check (for positions requiring access into Police buildings) and social security number verification check.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, and to work in the field including traversing uneven terrain. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment ; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone . Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees may be required to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds .
Employees partly work in the office and partly in the field; when in the field incumbents may be exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, and mechanical and/or electrical hazards. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required. The position also requires meeting the essential requirements of the Physical Demands and Working Conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Equal Employment Opportunity Equal Opportunity Employer - EOE/M/F/V/D
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Job Title
Planner or Senior Planner - Development Services
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Apply for Job
Job ID
224291
Location
City of Plano - All Others
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Additional Information Minimum
$30.266700
Hourly Salary Range
Maximum
$43.889200
Add to Favorite Jobs
Email this Job to a Friend
SERVE At the City of Plano, our values make us who we are and guide us as we SERVE our city. As members of Team Plano, our organizational Values (what is most important to us) make up the acronym, SERVE (Stewardship Engaged Respectful Visionary Excellence). Job Details The successful candidate may be offered a position in either the Planner or Senior Planner classification. The target salary range for the Planner is $62,955 - $91,289 annually; for the Senior Planner position is: $72,884 – $105,688 annually.Why is the Planning Department a great place to work? The comprehensive array of employer-provided benefits and perks—including professional development opportunities via skill-based training and conference participation, paid professional certifications, regular in-house training, and the ability to work from home up to two days per week—are only part of the story. The foundation of our great workplace lies in our culture of teamwork, community engagement, and dedication to serving the City of Plano through excellence in city planning (we are, after all, a national award-winning planning team). Our team members are committed to providing outstanding planning, development, heritage preservation, and land records services through cooperative efforts that engage our citizens and contribute to both the long-term and immediate quality of life in our community. We have fostered a very intentional, people-centric culture where each one of us is invested and engaged in the team, the organization, and the city. We are the embodiment of Team Plano and stand by our SERVE values.
As a valued Team Plano member, you will receive numerous benefits:
- The ability to work remotely up to two days per week upon successful completion of six (6) month probation
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
- Membership in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS), in which the City matches contributions 2:1 upon retirement
- Up to three weeks of paid vacation
- Up to three weeks of paid sick leave per year
- Nine paid holidays
- Tuition Assistance
- Free recreation center membership
Every person matters. Every job has purpose. Together we make a difference. Join Team Plano!
Planner (The job description for the Senior Planner is listed below.)
Summary of Duties: Under general supervision, the Planner is responsible for research, analysis, review, and reporting of matters relating to growth, development, redevelopment, revitalization, and the physical organization of the community. Depending on area assignment, the focus of an individual planner may include the review of development and zoning requests, records and ordinance maintenance, demographics, long range planning, neighborhood planning, downtown planning and/or various heritage preservation activities.
Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the journey-level classification in the Planner series that follows diversified procedures and implements processes to accomplish end results, within guidelines. Immediate supervision is available upon request. This class is distinguished from Planner, Senior in that the latter is a higher-level class in the series that performs more complex technical, investigative, and supervisory duties requiring a higher level of knowledge and skill.
Examples Of ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Provides general customer services; responds to concerns and inquiries.
- Performs technical analysis using adopted ordinances and policies.
- Drafts various reports; maintains department and project files and documents.
- Assists other team members within the division and department as needed.
- Attends department, public, boards and commissions, and City Council meetings.
- Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work schedule is essential.
- Identifies, researches, and evaluates amendments to zoning and development ordinances for the purpose of improving the development review process, meeting community objectives, and aligning with state law, applicable codes and ordinances, policies, and design guidelines, and makes recommendations to the Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council.
- Prepares reports, graphics, maps, and associated studies and documentation for preparation and distribution to the Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council.
- Works directly with applicants and their representatives before, during, and after the review process for certificates of occupancy and zoning compliance requests to inform them of the procedural requirements, address issues related to their applications, apprise them of staff recommendations, and provide documentation of actions performed by staff, the Planning & Zoning Commission, and City Council.
- Performs research of, and maintains records on, historical zoning and development codes, and reviews properties for compliance with applicable ordinances, policies, and guidelines in coordination with city code enforcement representatives.
- Oversees special team projects both within and between departments; manages and participates in the preparation of special reports and studies; provides opportunities for public involvement.
- Makes presentations on zoning and development ordinance and compliance proposals before the Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge of: Principles and practices planning, historic preservation, or neighborhood engagement; federal and state law; municipal government organization and functions; and legal terminology related to development documents.
Skill in: Communicating clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing, in both formal and informal settings; preparing a wide range of written materials that communicate effectively to various audiences; operating a computer, standard software, and some specialized software; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. Prefer skill in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator; Microsoft Power BI; Airtable; and ArcGIS.
Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Geography, Community Development, Historic Preservation, Architecture, or related field.
Experience: Two (2) years of experience in urban planning, neighborhood engagement, or heritage preservation. Membership in AICP desired.
Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements
Licenses and Certifications: Texas Class C driver’s license (must obtain within 30 days of hire per state law).
Senior Planner,
Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the advanced-level classification in the Planner series. The incumbent plans detailed methods to attain desired objectives working within established policy. Methods require use of initiatives and resourcefulness in developing and improving processes and procedures. Works under indirect supervision, conferring with supervisor on unusual matters. This class is distinguished from Planner in that it is a higher-level class in the series that performs more complex technical, investigative, and supervisory duties requiring a higher level of knowledge and skill.
Examples Of ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Provides general customer services; responds to concerns and inquiries.
- Drafts various reports; maintains department and project files and documents.
- Assists other team members within the division and department as needed.
- Attends department, public, boards and commissions, and City Council meetings.
- Supervises volunteers and interns.
- Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work schedule is essential.
- Identifies, researches, and evaluates amendments to zoning and development ordinances for the purpose of improving the development review process, meeting community objectives, and aligning with state law, applicable codes and ordinances, policies, and design guidelines, and makes recommendations to the Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council.
- Prepares reports, graphics, maps, and associated studies and documentation for preparation and distribution to the Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council.
- Works directly with applicants and their representatives before, during, and after the review process for certificates of occupancy and zoning compliance requests to inform them of the procedural requirements, address issues related to their applications, apprise them of staff recommendations, and provide documentation of actions performed by staff, the Planning & Zoning Commission, and City Council.
- Performs research of, and maintains records on, historical zoning and development codes, and reviews properties for compliance with applicable ordinances, policies, and guidelines in coordination with City code enforcement representatives.
- Oversees special team projects both within and between departments; manages and participates in the preparation of special reports and studies; provides opportunities for public involvement.
- Makes presentations on zoning and development ordinance and compliance proposals before the Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council.
Skill in: Communicating clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing, in both formal and informal settings; preparing a wide range of written materials that communicate effectively to various audiences; operating a computer, standard software, and some specialized software; reading and interpreting maps, plats, and demographic data; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Geography, Community Development, Historic Preservation, Architecture, or related field.
Experience: Four (4) years of experience in urban planning, neighborhood engagement, or heritage preservation. Membership in AICP preferred.
Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements
Licenses and Certifications: Texas Class C driver’s license (must obtain within 30 days of hire per state law).
Conditions of Employment: Must pass a drug test, driver license check, criminal history background check, periodic CJIS background check (for positions requiring access into Police buildings) and social security number verification check.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, and to work in the field including traversing uneven terrain. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment ; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone . Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees may be required to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds .
Employees partly work in the office and partly in the field; when in the field incumbents may be exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, and mechanical and/or electrical hazards. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required. The position also requires meeting the essential requirements of the Physical Demands and Working Conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Equal Employment Opportunity Equal Opportunity Employer - EOE/M/F/V/D
Open positions are subject to close without notice. Apply for Job
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Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Public Administration
SALARY
$85k-109k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/09/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/07/2024
WEBSITE
cityofplanoil.com
HEADQUARTERS
PLANO, TX
SIZE
1,000 - 3,000
FOUNDED
1879
CEO
HARRY LAROSILIERE
REVENUE
$200M - $500M
INDUSTRY
Public Administration
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