Planner I or Planner II

City of Boerne; Boerne (TX); On-site; USD 77,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision – 100% paid

Disability insurance

Vacation/Sick leave

Holidays

Retirement plan 14% city contribution

Workers' compensation

Job summary

City of Boerne invites applicants for Planner I or Planner II in the Planning Department. The roles involve managing and reviewing city planning projects, including current and long-range development, coordinating with developers, staff, and public stakeholders to ensure compliance with ordinances and master plans.

Planner I requires 1 year of municipal planning experience, while Planner II requires 3 years; a Texas driver’s license is required and AICP is preferred for II.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in planning or related field.
• Planner I requires 1 year of progressive responsibility experience; Planner II requires 3 years.
• AICP certification is preferred for Planner II and a valid Texas Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Serve as project manager for planning projects and land development proposals.
• Evaluate land development proposals and coordinate review processes.
• Provide public information and attend public meetings.
• Prepare amendments and long-range planning documents.
• Interpret City codes and policy guidance; coordinate with stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Public engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in planning or related field

Tools

Texas Driver’s license

AICP certification (preferred)

Job description

Job Title

Planner I or Planner II

Department

Planning

Location

City of Boerne, Texas

Salary Range

Planner I: (Non-Exempt) $69,846.40 - $87,318.40 DOE annually

Planner II: (Exempt) $77,022.40 - $96,262.40 DOE annually

Job Description

Planner I & II: Performs professional and technical city and urban planning work associated with community planning and development. Manages, reviews, and implements both current and long-range planning and development projects. Acts as project manager and reviews development proposals. Provides technical support, information, and guidance to property owners, developers, Planning staff, other City departments, outside agencies, elected and appointed officials, and the general public on adopted ordinances, policies, plans, and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Planner I

• Serves as project manager for planning projects and land development proposals by administering applications, coordinating staff, scheduling meetings, public notifications, planning data research and analysis, and mediation with developers
• Evaluates and reviews land development proposals for Pre-Applications, General Plan Amendments, Text Amendments, Rezonings, Special Use Permits, Variances, Annexations, site plans, land subdivisions, and other development requests.
• Reviews plans for compliance, makes recommendations, and resolves issues. Coordinates application review process with affected parties, including applicant, property owner, developer, City staff, architects, engineers, landscape architects, traffic engineers, and legal counsel.

Planner I & II

• Provides excellent customer service by providing information to the general public and clients regarding development issues, providing a solutions-based approach, and attending and facilitating public meetings
• Conducts field inspections of projects under construction, including final site inspection and approval of residential, commercial, and industrial development projects.
• Presents findings and recommendations before the Board of Adjustment, Historic Land Commission, Design Review Committee, and Planning and Zoning Commission
• Prepares various amendments to City documents and maintains long-range planning functions by gathering, analyzing, and presenting data and making recommendations on changes, compiling information on special studies, and preparing reports, attending and facilitating action committees, coordinating the review process, preparing surveys, and gathering information related to land use. Participates or manages updates to specific plans, design manuals, Comprehensive Master Plan, and similar long-range planning documents
• Assists in the interpretation and application of City codes, ordinances, regulations, standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures pertinent to planning, zoning, land development, land use, and development design proposals. Research code-related issues as needed and makes new policy recommendations to management.
• Serves as essential emergency personnel when required
• Performs such other related duties as may be assigned

Planner II

• Serves as project manager for planning projects and land development proposals by administering applications, coordinating staff, scheduling meetings, public notifications, planning data research and analysis, and mediation with developers. Projects include economic development-oriented, controversial, and sensitive master planned single-family residential communities, commercial and office developments, multi-family residential, and industrial business parks.
• Evaluates and reviews land development proposals for Pre-Applications, General Plan Amendments, Text Amendments, Rezonings, Special Use Permits, Variances, Annexations, site plans, land subdivisions, and other development requests. Reviews and provides recommendations on Development Agreements.
• Reviews plans for compliance, makes recommendations, and resolves issues. Coordinates application review process with affected parties, including applicant, property owner, developer, City staff, architects, engineers, landscape architects, traffic engineers, and legal counsel. Serves as the City's primary point of contact as project manager for the development to other City staff, applicants, design consultants, developers, and the public on all project-related matters

Qualifications

Planner I or II

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in planning, Urban Planning, Urban Design, Environmental Planning, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Public Administration, Geography, Sustainability, or a closely related field.

Planner I

• Experience: One (1) year of progressive responsibility experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. A master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of municipal planning experience

Planner II

• Experience: Three (3) years of progressive, responsible experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. A master’s degree may substitute for one year of municipal planning experience.

Planner I or II

• Knowledge of: Work requires knowledge of land use principles and concepts, and the purposes of land use plans, codes, and ordinances. Advanced knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of planning and development design, including architecture, engineering, landscape architecture, site design, traffic engineering, land use compatibility, and economic development. Knowledge and experience in construction processes
• Skill/Ability to: The ability to write reports, amendments, and general correspondence. Excellent oral and written communication skills for preparing and presenting planning reports and projects. A strategic thinker with interpersonal communication skills to be able to build positive working relationships with external stakeholders, developers, and various county, state and federal agencies. Incumbents may also be required to host or facilitate public meetings. Meetings and discussions are routinely conducted with citizens, property owners, developers, and their representatives.
• The exercise of considerable initiative and independent analytical and evaluative judgment. Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously and have creative problem-solving skills
• Must be able to interpret State law, land use regulations, and other applicable ordinances. Ability to perform duties on several projects or issues simultaneously, whether independently or as a team member; Ability to read, review, and analyze legal descriptions, site plans, and other related planning documents; thorough and pay attention to details.
• Safety/Physical Requirements: ability to lift/carry twenty-five (25) pounds of material, bending, stooping, and reaching as needed to file; sitting stationary for extended periods of time

Planner I

• Certifications & Licenses Required: A valid Texas Driver’s license

Planner II

• Certifications & Licenses Required: American Institute of Certificate Planners (AICP) certification preferred and a valid Texas Driver’s License.

Application Process

• Submit resume, cover letter, and application form.
• Initial phone/video screening interview.
• In-person interview with hiring manager and staff.
• Skills assessment (if applicable).
• Final interview and reference check.
• Job offer to selected candidate.

Special Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, & Vision – 100% Paid by the city for the employee, option to add dependents. (City pays 42% for dependents, medical only.)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Vacation/ Sick paid days off
• Holidays Paid
• Retirement plan - 14% City Contribution
• Workers Compensation Insurance & 100% salary indemnity

Application Timeline

The hiring process generally takes 2 to 4 weeks from application submission to offer. Join our team and help foster a community of learning and engagement in Boerne!

The City of Boerne is an equal-opportunity employer.