What are the responsibilities and job description for the Planner position at City of Grand Prairie?
JOB
Join our team as a Planner and help shape the future of our city! We’re looking for two dedicated individuals to review development proposals, engage with the community, and craft insightful reports that drive urban planning decisions. If you have a background in planning or a related field and are passionate about collaboration and communication, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. Apply now to The City of Grand Prairie!
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent.Current PlanningCommunicates with the public, developers, and contractors over the phone, via email, or at the front counterWrites various reports by responding to external requests for information; and writing staff reports.Completes related duties by serving as case manager for all application requests submitted to the Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA) and serves as the staff liaison to the Zoning Board of Adjustment.Prepares and presents detailed reports on development proposals to the Planning and Zoning Commission.Evaluates or assists in the review of development requests such as site plans, plats, specific use permits, and zoning changes.Reviews requests for building permits and certificates of occupancy. Long Range PlanningCommunicates with the public, developers, and contractors by attending public hearings; and discussing projects over the phone.Writes various reports by responding to external requests for information; and writing staff reports.Develops planning studies and reports in support of new and updated plans, programs, and regulations.Acts as a liaison between community groups, government agencies, developers, and elected officials in developing neighborhood plans.Provides information to the public regarding the implementation of the Comprehensive Plan and area plans.Regular and consistent attendance and punctuality for the assigned work hours is essential.
Join our team as a Planner and help shape the future of our city! We’re looking for two dedicated individuals to review development proposals, engage with the community, and craft insightful reports that drive urban planning decisions. If you have a background in planning or a related field and are passionate about collaboration and communication, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. Apply now to The City of Grand Prairie!
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent.Current PlanningCommunicates with the public, developers, and contractors over the phone, via email, or at the front counterWrites various reports by responding to external requests for information; and writing staff reports.Completes related duties by serving as case manager for all application requests submitted to the Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA) and serves as the staff liaison to the Zoning Board of Adjustment.Prepares and presents detailed reports on development proposals to the Planning and Zoning Commission.Evaluates or assists in the review of development requests such as site plans, plats, specific use permits, and zoning changes.Reviews requests for building permits and certificates of occupancy. Long Range PlanningCommunicates with the public, developers, and contractors by attending public hearings; and discussing projects over the phone.Writes various reports by responding to external requests for information; and writing staff reports.Develops planning studies and reports in support of new and updated plans, programs, and regulations.Acts as a liaison between community groups, government agencies, developers, and elected officials in developing neighborhood plans.Provides information to the public regarding the implementation of the Comprehensive Plan and area plans.Regular and consistent attendance and punctuality for the assigned work hours is essential.
