Sr. Planner

The City of Fort Worth•Florence, SC

4d•$71,661 - $93,159•Onsite

About The Position

A Senior Planner job is available with the City of Fort Worth City Manager’s Office – Good Natured Initiative division. This position supports citywide Green Space initiatives by advancing policies, programs, and partnerships that protect natural resources and expand access to parks, open spaces, trails, and natural areas. Working across departments and with community partners, the role guides strategies that integrate conservation, recreation, resilience, and sustainable growth into City planning and operations to enhance quality of life for current and future residents.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Planning, Urban Planning or Design, Geographic Information Systems, Architecture, Geography, Landscape Architecture, Historic Preservation, Archaeology or Architectural History, Real Estate Development or related field
Five (5) years’ experience in planning, urban design or related field
Valid Texas driver's license

Nice To Haves

Municipal Government experience
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Seven years’ experience in planning or program management
Natural Resource/environmental planning experience
Stakeholder engagement and public speaking

Responsibilities

Coordination of the City’s Open Space Conservation Program, including natural area acquisitions, budget management, developing and implementing program goals and priorities
Support development of long‑range strategies, policies, ordinances, design standards, and best practices that advance conservation, natural resources stewardship, resilient community development and citywide Green Space initiatives
Coordinate cross‑departmental initiatives and manage consultant contracts, including project schedules, budgets, and implementation
Prepare technical reports, policy recommendations, presentations, and communications for City leadership, elected officials, and the public; evaluate program performance using measurable outcomes
Build partnerships with public agencies, nonprofits, educational institutions, and community stakeholders; represent the City in regional and professional organizations
Lead public engagement and outreach to educate residents, encourage participation, and promote conservation and stewardship initiatives
Perform occasional field work and attend evening or weekend public/stakeholder meetings as required