Planner III - Road & Bridge
About The Position
The Planner III is a Level III of V in the Planners classification and is responsible for developing and planning transportation systems and asset management for the Williamson County Department of Infrastructure. The position reports directly to a Division Director or Supervising Planner and has no direct reports. Work includes transportation and land-development planning, GIS and asset-data management, project and budget support, roadway project documentation, coordination with county and municipal partners, and public outreach. The position may require work outside normal office hours and may be designated essential personnel during an emergency.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Geography, Engineering, or a related field and five years of planning experience, including GIS and transportation planning experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Knowledge of ArcGIS software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Three years of subdivision and land-development experience.
- Obtain a valid Texas driver’s license within 30 days of employment.
- Pass applicable post-offer pre-employment screening, including criminal background, motor vehicle record, and drug screening.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in a related field.
- Six years of transportation planning experience.
- Prior experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
- American Concrete Institute Fundamentals of Concrete certification.
- Asphalt Institute Level 1 B Inspector Certification.
- GISP (Geographic Information Systems Professional) Certification.
- CFM (Certified Floodplain Manager) and Stormwater Certification.
- American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification.
Responsibilities
- Generate, process, and review contracts and technical specifications for roadway plans and projects.
- Create, prepare, and review presentations, visual aids, and other strategic, technical, and business-development planning materials.
- Manage databases, maintain the Asset GIS database, and collaborate with the County Auditor’s Office.
- Maintain and update subdivision and development GIS data, GIS systems, and software.
- Prepare bid documents and collaborate with internal and external professionals to draft and approve project terms and conditions.
- Assist with the annual budget process, including Capital Improvement Project and departmental cost development.
- Assist in preparing Commissioner Court agenda items.
- Organize and participate in predevelopment meetings and coordinate work program preparations.
- Coordinate with and assist municipalities and other county agencies on planning projects and contracts.
- Perform pavement field evaluations and compile and review pavement evaluation data.
- Collaborate with engineers and present technical engineering concepts at public outreach meetings.
- Assist in developing and implementing the Williamson County Long Range Transportation Plan.
- Develop GIS maps and land-usage reports.
- Provide statistical data and project assistance to engineering staff.
- Analyze subdivision plats, construction plans, permits, and compliance measures for Land Development and Road & Bridge projects.
- Assist with implementing subdivision amendment regulations.
- Complete plan revisions before and during project implementation.
- Assist with coordinating safety projects.
- Monitor project budgets and conduct budget audits.
- Attend required meetings and trainings and perform special duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
