Planner

City of Roanoke, TX; Roanoke (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Certification pay

Education incentive pay

Longevity pay

Tuition assistance

Sick & vacation buy back

Employee health insurance

Job summary

The City of Roanoke, TX is seeking a Planner to coordinate and manage planning and technical services for zoning, subdivisions, and development. You will handle short/long-range planning, data collection, and reporting for presentations to commissions and City Council.

Responsibilities include reviewing documents, assisting commissions, GIS mapping, drafting recommendations, and updating the comprehensive plan. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university.
• 1–3 years of experience in municipal planning and zoning.
• Preferred: AICP or ICC certifications.

Responsibilities

• Review development documents and zoning changes for completeness and regulatory compliance.
• Assist City commissions, Council, developers, and the public in understanding ordinances.
• Assist with GIS functions by creating maps, graphics, and items for all processes.
• Provide recommendations by researching zoning and subdivision ordinances to meet needs.
• Administer and update the comprehensive plan, zoning, subdivision, and sign ordinances.
• Prepare findings for boards and commissions and present as required.
• Research regulations and policies and assist in revisions when necessary.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data and summarize in reports.
• Prepare written reports and make presentations.
• Respond promptly to information from management, officials, and the public.
• Support developers, engineers, and citizens with development laws including annexation, subdivisions, zoning, and signs.
• Coordinate with plan review consultants on commercial building plans for permitting.
• Assist Building Inspections with submittals for review and permitting.
• Assist with annual budget preparation for Planning & Development.
• Communicate professionally with employees and the public in writing, in person, and by phone.
• Maintain reliable attendance.

Skills

GIS software

Urban planning

Zoning regulations

MS Office

Written & verbal communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

MS Office

GIS software

Job description

COMPENSATION:

$2,638.10 - $3,244.87 per pay period (equivalent to $68.590.60 - 84,366.62 annually)
(full range: $2,638.10 - 3,851.63)

POTENTIAL FUTURE COMPENSATION:

historically, the City has given a four (4) % base pay increase to employees that are meeting performance expectations at the end of their probationary period. For someone making $2,638.10, this woud result in a new base pay of $2,743.62.

We are pleased to offer competitive compensation & benefits, including, but not limited to:

• certification pay *
• incentive pay for education *
• longevity pay
• tuition assistance
• sick & vacation buy back
• medical, dental, & vision insurance covered at 100% for employee-only coverage

* compensation available for certification or education over the minimum qualifications required for the employee's job

SCHEDULE:

full-time, Mon. - Thurs. 8:00am - 5:30pm, Fri. 8:00am - 12:00pm. Must be flexible to work evenings for meetings as needed.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision of the Development Services Administrator, the Planner is responsible for coordinating and managing all planning and technical services related to planning, zoning, subdivisions and general development of the City. The Planner must perform duties including, but not limited to: complex short and long range planning; developing and implementing various projects; conducting research, collecting data and writing reports for presentations and projects; monitoring and supervising direct reports and assigned projects; and developing recommendations on various planning and zoning issues. Frequent presentations and coordination with the Planning and Zoning Commission, Zoning Board of Adjustment, and City Council will be required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review development documents and zoning changes for completeness and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Assist City commissions, City Council, developers, citizens and other city staff or members of the public with understanding the intent and purpose of the any and all applicable ordinances and regulations
• Assist with GIS functions by helping create maps, graphics and other items for all
• Provide recommendations by researching zoning and subdivision ordinances in reference to specific developer and citizen needs, and provide accurate information to the Planning and Zoning Commission, Zoning Board of Adjustment, City Council and any other necessary parties.
• Assist in the administration and updating of the comprehensive plan, zoning ordinance, subdivision ordinance and sign ordinance.
• Prepare findings for the Zoning Board of Adjustment, Planning and Zoning Commission, City Council and other boards and commissions as required.
• Research regulations and policies and assists in their revision when necessary.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data and summaries in report form.
• Prepare written reports and make presentations.
• Respond in a timely fashion to information from management, officials, and the public.
• Assist developers, engineers, and citizens with various development related laws including, but not limited to, annexation, subdivisions, zoning, and signs.
• Receive and coordinate with plan review consultants on commercial building plans for permitting.
• Assist Building Inspections with residential and miscellaneous submittals for review and permitting.
• Assist with the preparation of annual budget for the Planning & Development division.
• Communicate professionally, promptly, effectively, and courteously with fellow employees and the public in writing, in person, and on the telephone.
• Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is required.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evening attendance at meetings as required.
• Respond outside of normally scheduled work hours in response to natural disasters, emergencies, or critical incidents as determined by the City.
• Attend training seminars, conferences, and workshops as required to maintain and enhance professional knowledge and skill.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Strong working knowledge of principles, practices, procedures, methods, and techniques of International Building Codes, National Electrical Codes, urban planning/design, land development/usage, zoning regulations, surveying, property subdivisions, housing, historic preservation, and economic development.
• Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Knowledge of computer, MS Office, and GIS software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to accurately record and maintain records.
• Ability to work well under pressure; prioritize effectively; exhibit appropriate decision making; and perform successfully in a dynamic, changing environment with professionalism, flexibility, and adaptability.
• Ability to utilize strong attention to detail; exhibit effective professional judgement through initiative and creative problem solving; and effective organization skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, and treat employees, co-workers, and customers with professionalism, courtesy, and respect. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Ability to adhere to all department and City policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a related filed from an accredited college or university.
• A minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of experience in municipal planning and zoning.
• The following registrations, licenses, or certifications are preferred:
  • American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), or ability to obtain within two (2) years of hire
  • Certification/designation from the International Code Council (ICC)
  • For example
    • Commercial Building Inspector
    • Residential Building Inspector
    • Building Plans Examiner
    • Residential Plans Examiner
    • Residential Electrical Inspector

• Must have valid Texas Driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Must pass a pre-employment screening, background check and employment eligibility verifications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The essential functions of this position are performed indoors in an office environment. Position requires frequent sitting, repetitive motions, lifting of negligible weights, fine dexterity and the ability to clearly see and hear. Occasional pushing, pulling, bending, carrying, lifting up to fifty (50) pounds and kneeling may be required for some duties. Must be able to use various office equipment, including but not limited to, computers, audio/visual technology, telephones, fax machines, printers, copiers, etc. Requires infrequent standing for long periods of time, walking, climbing, crouching, kneeling, bending. All safety guidelines must be observed and safety equipment worn where required.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT:

The City of Roanoke provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the City of Roanoke complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The physical demands described in this document are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this jobs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.