Planner I - Transportation & Public Works (Civil Service)

City of Dallas • Dallas, TX

6d • $27 - $33

About The Position

Dallas is Growing. Grow With Us. Looking for more than just a job? The City of Dallas offers careers with purpose. With competitive benefits, growth opportunities, and a vibrant work culture, we’re committed to helping you thrive while you help our city flourish. Be part of a team that’s committed to service, innovation, and community. Job Summary Performs a variety of entry-level professional planning and zoning tasks for urban development needs. Job Description Overview The Planner I performs a wide variety of entry-level professional planning and zoning tasks for the urban development of the City.

Requirements

• Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques of urban planning and design.
• Ability to do research in an orderly and timely manner.
• Ability to analyze data, abstract problems, and conceptualize solutions.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal guidelines and instructions.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interact with the public and peers in a positive manner.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree (or higher) in a Planning, Urban Studies/Design, Architecture, Public Administration, Sociology, Geography, Engineering, or related field (e.g., Historic Preservation, Architectural History, History, etc.).
• LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: Valid driver's license with good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the main point of contact for people that visit the planning office; explains and interprets policies and procedures related to planning applications; answers questions customers may have about zoning and other planning processes; oversees the submission of applications and creates detailed reports to present to City Planning Commission.
• Compiles and analyzes data for planning purposes in a specialty area and to assist in the formulation of sound planning and design proposals; reviews case applications and route issues to other departments for review; maintains communications with the public and various applicants to ensure effective services.
• Prepares various documents for others to present to departmental staff, citizens, and other interested groups; edits case reports and related power points; reviews material and verifies information with available datasets.
• Processes and ensures the appropriate approvals for applications and other intake forms.
• Meets with citizens and business interest groups to identify problems, goals and objectives, explain programs, and respond to questions.
• Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level