Senior Planner

City of Midland • Tx, TX

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About The Position

Performs field and office work related to planning and development programs for utilization of land and physical facilities of the city.

Requirements

• Ability to effectively communicate with developers, citizens and employees in order to provide information for planning and zoning issues.
• Excellent oral, written, and graphics communication skills.
• General knowledge of municipal planning functions and geographic information systems (ESRI ArcGIS).
• Knowledge of current acceptable planning processes and procedures.
• Ability to read and understand technical materials, reports and journals.
• Skill in developing related reports and ability to analyze and present data on land use applications and planning.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, to citizens, the city council and other government officials.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in architecture, planning, engineering or economics plus one to three years of experience.
• Valid Texas Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

• AICP certification or candidate status is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with scheduling, monitoring and evaluation of the work of subordinate support staff.
• Prepares special studies and reports related to code amendments and annexation studies.
• Assists with comprehensive plan and studies and updates as necessary.
• Prepares statistical reports.
• Reviews requests for changes in zoning and prepares written reports.
• Reviews proposed subdivision plat applications.
• Presents information to the City Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission.
• Reviews miscellaneous applications including temporary land uses, special events, public right of way, etc.
• Responds to public inquiries concerning development of the city in general as well as specific areas.
• Researches, compiles and analyzes land use and related data.
• Works with the public and developers in answering questions and providing information.
• Performs related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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