Salary : $3,123.12 - $4,312.97 Biweekly
Location : Allen, TX
Job Type : Full Time
Remote Employment : Flexible / Hybrid
Department : COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Division : PLANNING
Opening Date : 02 / 03 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 21 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Central
Description
HIRING RATE : $3,123.12 Biweekly
FULL HIRING RANGE : $ 3,123.12 - $3,825.82 Biweekly
The City :
With over 100,000 residents, the City of Allen is a dynamic and welcoming community. The City of Allen's strong economy, diverse population, great educational institutions, and quality of life make it the ideal place to work, live, and play. The City of Allen has something to offer for everyone.
The City's Mission is "To achieve excellence in managing the development of the community and providing city services so that conditions of living and public confidence are continually enhanced."
Our employees serve the citizens of Allen with the PRIDE values. We do "Work that MATTER S ! "
- People First - Giving priority to others
- Respect - Treating others with courtesy and dignity
- Integrity - Serving with honesty, trust, and hard work
- Deliver - Following through on commitments while exceeding expectations
- Excel - Creating an innovative and improving work environment
This position will lead a dynamic team of professional and technical personnel, overseeing their work, providing training, and managing hiring processes. Takes charge of departmental activities, including budget preparation, goal setting, and problem resolution. Manages the planning process, coordinates development reviews, and interprets zoning regulations. Conducts development review activities, addresses inquiries from developers and citizens, and ensures compliance with regional, state, and federal regulations. Proactively updates ordinances, performs administrative duties, and responds to inquiries from both professionals and citizens.
Essential Functions
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and
may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
Manages professional and technical personnel by instructing, assigning, reviewing, and planning the work of others, monitoring standards, coordinating activities, allocating resources, recommending promotions and salary increases as appropriate, interviewing, selecting, and hiring new employees, and providing employee training and development.Oversees department activities by assisting in preparing and maintaining the annual department budget, including projections, fiscal responsibilities, and resource management, establishing goals and objectives, identifying programs and projects, assisting in resolving problems and issues, and preparing reports.Manages the planning process by overseeing staff review, providing support to boards and commissions, coordinating the development review process for internal and external customers, overseeing special projects, assigning cases and inquiries to planners, identifying policy directions, and interpreting the zoning and subdivision regulations.Conducts development review activities, including platting and zoning requests by meeting with developers and citizens, responding to inquiries, and making presentations to Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council.Ensures ordinances are up to date by coordinating and revising development standards in the zoning and subdivision ordinances and presenting revised standards to boards, commissions, and City Council to implement new or revised standards to meet new regional, State, and Federal regulations.Performs administrative duties by conducting research, compiling staff reports and other case material for timely submission to the Council, overseeing addressing, permit review process, open records requests, and online GIS mapping projects / products.Responds to professional and citizen inquiries by responding to inquiries, providing information to developers, citizens, outside organizations, and other employees, meeting with public groups, making presentations, relaying technical information regarding zoning and development applications, and interpreting zoning, subdivision, and development ordinances.Performs other duties as assigned.Job Requirements
Education and Experience :
Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or a related field and five (5) years progressively responsible relevant experience, including supervisory experience or equivalent.
Knowledge of :
City rules, regulations, policies, and procedures with particular attention to codes and ordinances.Supervisory methods and techniques.Principles and practices of project management.Urban planning and development and local government policies and procedures.Housing, zoning, and economic development.Research methods and statistical principles related to urban growth and development.Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.Skill in :
Establishing and maintaining working relationships with professional and support staff, vendors, the public, and City employees.Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.Providing outstanding customer service and conflict resolution.Identifying opportunities to improve customer service and satisfaction.Operating highly technical computer applications, such as GIS or CAD.Analyze problems, identify alternate solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software.Reading and understanding City, State and Federal rules and regulations.Creating, preparing, writing, and proofing reports, documents, and correspondence.Working effectively in a high-pressure environment with changing priorities.Effectively communicating in both oral and written format.Special Requirements :
Must possess a valid Texas Class C driver's license.American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification preferred.Supplemental Information
Limited Supervision : Work is normally reviewed upon completion to ensure compliance with departmental goals, plans and policies; autonomy is granted at the functional area level; work is subject to departmental policies and accepted professional standards. Major work activities are covered by organization guidelines and directives permitting flexibility in selecting methods, procedures, work priorities, and the planning and coordination of programs or projects to achieve desired outcomes.
Discover the Exceptional Benefits of Working with the City of Allen!
Health & Dental Insurance
Comprehensive Medical Coverage : Choose between two EPO medical plans through UnitedHealthcare, including a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA) and city contributions. Both plans include vision insurance.Flexible Dental Plan : Access care in and out-of-network with our UnitedHealthcare dental plan, all while enjoying low monthly premiums.Coverage Start Date : Your benefits begin the first day of the month following just 30 days of employment.Robust Insurance Coverage
Life Insurance : Rest easy with Basic Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage, with options up to $250,000.Long-Term Disability : Provided at no cost to safeguard your financial future.Optional Benefits : Personalize your coverage with Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Supplemental Life, Dependent Life, and Voluntary AD&D insurance at affordable group rates.Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Smart Savings : Manage your health and dependent care expenses with ease through payroll deductions and tax advantages.Wellness Program
Health Incentives : Earn financial rewards by participating in health activities through our year-round wellness program.Workers Compensation
Safety Net : You're fully covered for any work-related injuries, ensuring your peace of mind on the job.Generous Time Off
Paid Holidays : Enjoy nine paid holidays annually, plus a personal day just for you.Vacation : Earn 120 hours of vacation annually, increasing to 160 hours after 10 years of service-giving you ample time to relax and recharge.Unlimited Sick Leave : Accrue 4.62 hours per pay period with no cap, ensuring flexibility for when you need it most.Retirement Benefits
TMRS Participation : Secure your future with the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS), featuring a 2-to-1 city match upon vesting and retirement.Social Security : Gain additional retirement security by participating in Social Security.Deferred Compensation
457 Plan : Save for your future while lowering your taxable income by contributing to our deferred compensation plan.Longevity Rewards
Monthly Bonus : After your first year, receive $4 for every month of service-a reward that grows with your career.Join the City of Allen Team!
Experience a benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future. Apply today and start your rewarding journey with us!
In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your education and work history. Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application.Please be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all of the information requested in these supplemental questions will deem your application "Incomplete", so please be thorough in answering the questions.Please indicate whether or not you accept these terms by checking the appropriate box below.
Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
Are you currently employed by or have you worked for the City of Allen in the past?
Please indicate the highest level of education you have completed :
High School Diploma or GEDSome CollegeAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree or higherNone of the aboveHow many years of relevant experience do you have in Urban planning and development? Please note : All relevant experience must be listed on the application.
11 or more years8 - 11 years5 - 8 years1 - 5 yearsHow many years of relevant experience do you have in a supervisory role? Please note : All relevant experience must be listed on the application.
5 or more years3 - 5 years1 - 3 yearsLess than one yearNo experienceDo you currently hold an American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification?
Please list the certifications you currently hold. If none, enter NA :
Do you have a current and valid Driver's License?
Required Question
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