Planning Administrator - Citywide Planning
About The Position
Under administrative direction, this role is responsible for performing administrative and supervisory work requiring extensive knowledge and ability in the field of Urban Planning. The position administers planning studies and programs, focusing on maintaining existing programs and developing new, innovative planning programs to support the comprehensive development of the City. Responsibilities include the formulation, coordination, and research of specialized planning activities such as comprehensive planning, accessibility planning, transportation, land use, zoning, neighborhood and urban design, current planning, or data management. The role involves direct supervision over assigned staff and is primarily performed within an office environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
- Five (5) years of increasingly responsible urban planning experience.
- Two (2) years supervisory or management experience.
Nice To Haves
- American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP).
- Bachelor's degree or higher in city, urban, or regional planning, geography, public administration, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
- MS Office experience.
- Adobe Creative Suite and graphic design experience.
- Working knowledge of ArcGIS software and analysis.
- Strong writing, presentation and public speaking skills.
- Experience facilitating small and large work groups.
- Experience with public outreach, goal development, and document preparation for comprehensive or regional planning projects.
- Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the general administration of the planning programs for the division.
- Oversees the planning, preparation, and submission of division reports including the budget.
- Manages the development and administration of the department budget; estimates funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; and manages the preparation and implementation of budgetary adjustments.
- Prepares and makes presentations for public hearings.
- Prepares reports, comprehensive plans, and recommendations for the Planning Commission, Zoning Commission, City Council, and similar officials on planning matters.
- Interviews, selects, supervises, develops, evaluates, counsels, and if necessary, disciplines personnel according to established COSA policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Prepares written reports and presentations.
- Acts for the Assistant Director in their absence.
- Monitors citywide ADA compliance.
- Administers contracts from granting agencies.
- Oversees the production of studies under agency contracts.
- Oversees the development of grant proposals.
- Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
