Planner I/II/III

City of Garland

1d • $58,614 - $91,728 • Hybrid

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Planning Administrator, the Planner performs a professional review of municipal planning applications and completes special projects. This position implements and enforces the Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Ordinance, Comprehensive Plan, and other applicable City Ordinances, while providing staff support to elected and appointed officials. The Planner carries out professional-level duties, manages various development projects, and leads pre-submittal meetings. The role is designed for individuals at various experience levels, with responsibilities increasing in complexity from Planner I to Planner III.

Requirements

• Four-year college degree
• 1 year related experience (Planner I)
• 2 years related experience (Planner II)
• 5 years related experience (Planner III)
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
• Valid Class C Texas Driver's License

Nice To Haves

• Masters degree in Urban Planning, Geography or related field (Planner I)
• 1-3 years of experience in planning with focus on zoning, permit reviews, or development (Planner I)
• Masters degree in Urban Planning, Geography or related field (Planner II)
• 2-4 years experience in planning with focus on development (Planner II)
• Masters degree in Urban Planning, Geography or related field (Planner III)
• 5-7 years experience in planning with focus on development (Planner III)
• Membership in American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) preferred

Responsibilities

• Serve as case manager for zoning, Board of Adjustment, plat, and administrative application requests.
• Manage site permit reviews and building permit plans, which include site, elevation, landscape, tree removal, and other technical plans.
• Prepare professional staff reports and recommendations for presentation to the Plan Commission and Board of Adjustment.
• Presents before elected and appointed officials, applicants, and residents.
• Meet with builders, citizens, developers, and other customers to determine regulatory limitations and suggest improvements for proposed projects. This includes facilitating pre-submittal and project feasibility meetings.
• Coordinate with applicable City departments to complete thorough project reviews and approvals of development and construction plans.
• Perform technical analysis using adopted ordinances, codes, master/comprehensive plans, and policies, and respond to zoning inquiries and information requests from the public.
• Provide information or recommendations for ordinance and code amendments and procedures.
• Serve as a liaison to inform citizens and public officials regarding planning and zoning issues and concerns.
• Conduct on-site reviews of development and construction projects.
• Answer field questions from the public daily (via front desk, email, phone calls, etc.) regarding zoning and development-related inquiries.
• Place zoning change signs on properties under zoning consideration.
• Perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.
• Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work schedule is essential.
• Responsible for performing zoning reviews for use applications and permits and providing planning and zoning information and assistance to Planning and Building Department customers. (Planner I)
• Responsible for providing planning, information and assistance primarily related to land use and development. This position is distinguished from the Planner I position in that it assumes more zoning case management and other development application types, facilitation of pre-submittal and technical review meetings, and other special projects as assigned. (Planner II)
• Responsible for providing complex planning, information and assistance primarily related to land use and development. This position is distinguished from the Planner I and Planner II in that it is a higher-level class in the series that performs more complex technical review and coordination requiring a higher level of knowledge and skill. (Planner III)

Benefits

• Pay Range: (Depending on qualifications and experience) Planner I: $58,614.00 - 72,717.00 Planner II: $66,227.00 - 83,491.00 Planner III: $72,758 - 91,728.00

What This Job Offers

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