Planner I - Planning and Development- Authorized Hearings (Civil Service)

City of Dallas; Town of Marilla (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Dallas is seeking a Planner I to perform a variety of entry-level professional planning and zoning tasks for the city’s urban development. The role emphasizes authorized hearings and engaging stakeholders to formulate zoning recommendations through the public hearing process.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in planning or related field and a basic understanding of urban design, with strong data analysis and communication skills. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Planning, Urban Studies/Design, Architecture, Public Administration, Sociology, Geography, Engineering, or related field.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.
• Knowledge of city policies and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of urban planning and design principles.
• Ability to research and analyze data.
• Strong written and oral communication; ability to interact with public.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
• Ability to explain programs to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Acts as main contact for planning office visitors and explains policies; processes applications; prepares reports for City Planning Commission.
• Compiles and analyzes data for planning purposes; reviews cases and coordinates with other departments.
• Prepares documents for presentations; edits reports and slides.
• Ensures approvals for applications and intake forms.
• Interacts with citizens and business groups to identify goals and respond to questions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Planning knowledge

Data analysis

Research skills

Written & verbal communication

Public interaction

Policy understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Planning/Urban Studies/Design/Engineering or related field

Job description

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Job Summary: Performs a variety of entry-level professional planning and zoning tasks for urban development needs.

Job Description Overview: The Planner I performs a wide variety of entry-level professional planning and zoning tasks for the urban development of the City. Planner I - Planning and Development (Authorized Hearings): Primary responsibilities include facilitating city-initiated rezonings (“authorized hearings”). A thorough knowledge of planning and zoning principles is required for this position. The ideal candidate should have some experience writing development code regulations and presenting complicated concepts to people who are unfamiliar with planning practices in a way that brings comprehension and builds consensus. Additionally, this position will help process a wide variety of authorized hearings by engaging community members and stakeholders, aligning their input with the City’s goals to formulate zoning recommendations, and seeing cases through the public hearing process.

Essential Functions

1. Serves as the main point of contact for people that visit the planning office; explains and interprets policies and procedures related to planning applications; answers questions customers may have about zoning and other planning processes; oversees the submission of applications and creates detailed reports to present to City Planning Commission.
2. Compiles and analyzes data for planning purposes in a specialty area and to assist in the formulation of sound planning and design proposals; reviews case applications and route issues to other departments for review; maintains communications with the public and various applicants to ensure effective services.
3. Prepares various documents for others to present to departmental staff, citizens, and other interested groups; edits case reports and related power points; reviews material and verifies information with available datasets.
4. Processes and ensures the appropriate approvals for applications and other intake forms.
5. Meets with citizens and business interest groups to identify problems, goals and objectives, explain programs, and respond to questions.
6. Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

1. Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
2. Basic knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques of urban planning and design.
3. Ability to do research in an orderly and timely manner.
4. Ability to analyze data, abstract problems, and conceptualize solutions.
5. Ability to understand and follow written and verbal guidelines and instructions.
6. Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
7. Ability to interact with the public and peers in a positive manner.
8. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in a Planning, Urban Studies/Design, Architecture, Public Administration, Sociology, Geography, Engineering, or related field (e.g., Historic Preservation, Architectural History, History, etc.).
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.

Salary Range $27.45 - $32.58. The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex. We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.

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