Environment & Development Planner II

The North Central Texas Council of Governments Environment & Development Department is seeking a mid-level planner. This position will support the department’s floodplain management programs, including:

• Trinity River COMMON VISION
• Corridor Development Certificate Program
• Cooperating Technical Partners Program with FEMA
• Upper Trinity River Transportation and Stormwater Infrastructure (TSI) study

These programs utilize innovative strategies to mitigate current and future flood risks. They encourage voluntary measures that exceed the requirements of the National Flood Insurance Program. More information on the Environment & Development Department and these programs can be found at www.nctcog.org/envir.

Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to complete assigned tasks that may include, but are not limited to:

• Utilizing existing knowledge of floodplain management gained through professional experience and/or certification in floodplain management
• Communicating effectively with stakeholders, partner communities, and federal agencies
• Navigating complex federal reporting portals
• Preparing for and leading committee or stakeholder meetings, including recruiting speakers, developing agendas, designing presentations, taking notes, and drafting meeting summaries
• Researching local government policies and plans related to floodplain management, development, and infrastructure
• Implementing an existing stakeholder engagement plan
• Tracking relevant legislation
• Developing annual work programs
• Updating simple web pages
• Monitoring budgets
• Managing grants

Skills:

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Basic spreadsheet tasks
• Public speaking
• Writing, editing, and proofreading
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• More than one year up to and including three years of related work experience in floodplain management and/or local government operations

Preferred Certification:

CFM

NCTCOG currently operates as a hybrid workplace. Our offices are located in Arlington, Texas.

FLSA: Non-exempt

Starting Salary Range

Minimum of $54,009.00 - $72,912.15 annually

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Background Check & Drug Testing:
All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. NCTCOG is committed to a safe and drug free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping NCTCOG safe and drug free. In order to receive an offer of employment from NCTCOG, selected candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background check and drug screening.

E-Verify:
The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.