Assistant City Planner

City-of-Tomball-1; Tomball (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Tomball seeks an Assistant City Planner to assist in planning and zoning administration, conduct zoning reviews, prepare staff reports, and manage GIS zoning layers.

You will liaison with developers, agencies, and city departments; perform site plan reviews, create GIS maps, respond to public inquiries, and assist in long-range planning and city map updates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in a related field is required.
• Knowledge of zoning and planning principles.
• Strong communication and analytic skills required.

Responsibilities

• Research planning, zoning, and community development issues.
• Prepare staff reports for planning-related meetings.
• Assist with long-range comprehensive planning and map updates.
• Prepare zoning text amendments and ordinances.
• Create and maintain GIS zoning maps and layers.
• Respond to public inquiries and coordinate with departments and boards.

Skills

GIS skills

Planning concepts

Public communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

BlueBeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

The City of Tomball is accepting applications for an Assistant City Planner the role will serve as a liaison with developers, builders, engineers, State and Federal agencies, and other government representatives and provide technical support to the Community Development Department, Planning and Zoning Commission, Board of Adjustments, City Council, and City Manager in their decision-making process. The Assistant City Planner will assist with the administration of planning and zoning, including zoning reviews, site plan reviews, preparation of staff reports, handling routine inquiries from the public, creation of GIS zoning maps, and management of zoning GIS layers.Reports To Assistant Building OfficialFLSA ExemptPositions Supervised NonePay Grade T-130Assistant City Planner role within the big picture of the City’s overall success.Serves as a liaison with developers, builders, engineers, State and Federal agencies, and other government representatives and provide technical support to the Community Development Department, Planning and Zoning Commission, Board of Adjustments, City Council, and City Manager in their decision-making process. The Assistant City Planner will assist with the administration of planning and zoning, including zoning reviews, site plan reviews, preparation of staff reports, handling routine inquiries from the public, creation of GIS zoning maps, and management of zoning GIS layers.Assistant City Planner functions include but are not limited to the following.Conducts research on issues, policies, and concepts pertaining to planning, zoning, and community development.Prepares written reports and recommendations in response to public requests for zoning applications and various ordinance changes.Assists with long term Comprehensive planning, updating of City maps, land use and development regulations.Prepares proposals in draft form for amendments to the zoning ordinance, subdivision ordinance, and other documents and ordinances governing local planning, zoning, and development.Conducts research and analysis on issues related to economic, housing, labor force, transportation, infrastructure, land use, and community development trends as requested.Preparation and presentation of technical reviews regarding development and land proposals, including site plans, subdivision plats, etc.Responsible for drafting Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustments annual reports.Meets with the general public to discuss planning, zoning, and development issues; assists the public to define concerns and presents public questions to management; follows up with public to apprise of city policy and decisions.Prepares staff input for Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment meetings; presents findings and answers questions regarding agenda items.Participates in public meetings.Manage Planning-specific GIS layers, creating, editing, and maintaining Planning GIS data.Create, manage, and maintain Zoning GIS case maps.Other duties as assigned.Success Framework. The following list of knowledge, skills, and abilities have been identified by our team as building blocks towards efficiency and effectiveness in this role.Working knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures related to City and regional planning and zoning administration.Ability to interpret ordinances accurately and effectively.Familiarity with GIS software is preferred.High level of computer skills, with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Excel and PowerPointExcellent communication skills, both verbal and written.Equipment and Tools commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.GIS, Microsoft Office, BlueBeamWork Environment or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.The work is typically performed indoors in an office setting.Work may involve potentially life threatening exposure to extreme temperatures, humidity, noise, chemical/gases, contagious diseases, airborne particles/pathogens, and/or physical trauma.May regularly be exposed to uncomfortable temperatures, humidity, noise, chemicals/gases, contagious diseases, airborne particles/pathogens, and/or physical trauma.May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.* Physical Abilities. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Work requires the ability to sit, stand, walk for extended periods of time.Work requires the ability to complete repetitive wrist, hand, and/or fine motor movement.Work requires the ability to talk, hear, listen, and comprehend.Work requires the ability to drive and/or operate mechanical equipment.Work requires visual acuity of 20 feet or more, visual acuity of 20 inches or less, three dimensional vision, precise hand/eye coordination, the ability to identify and distinguish colorsMust be able to lift up to 5 pounds.Work requires the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.SALARY:Hiring range - $55,454- $59,336 ($26.66 - $28.53)Salary range - $55,454 - $78,745**Salary is dependent on qualifications and certifications***The City of Tomball offers reasonable accommodation in the hiring and employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request accommodation at any time.This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, and employees may be required to comply with the changes.Education and Experience – An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.Education Bachelor (Related Field)Experience Minimum of 2 years previous relevant work experience is required.Certifications AICP (Preferred)Licensing Driver's License