Planner II

City of Midland, TX; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Midland, TX seeks a planner to perform field and office work for planning and development programs that utilize land and city facilities. The role involves preparing studies, reports, and population estimates, reviewing zone change requests, and presenting recommendations to the Planning and Zoning Commission.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in planning or related field, 1–3 years of experience preferred, and often prioritizes candidates with AICP certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, planning, engineering, economics, or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience preferred.
• AICP certification or candidate status preferred.
• Strong knowledge of municipal planning functions and GIS.

Responsibilities

• Performs field and office work related to planning and development programs for city lands and facilities.
• Prepares studies and reports related to code amendments and annexation studies; assists with comprehensive plans and updates.
• Prepares statistical reports such as annual population estimates.
• Reviews requests and prepares reports for zone changes, subdivisions, and special studies.
• Presents information and recommendations to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
• Reviews miscellaneous applications including temporary land uses, events, rights of way, etc.
• Responds to public inquiries concerning development of the city and specific areas.
• Researches, compiles and analyzes land use and related data.
• Works with the public and developers to provide information.
• Performs related duties as required.
• Ability to sit, stand and move about a building and inspect property.
• Strong oral, written, and graphics communication; GIS knowledge.
• Ability to communicate with developers and citizens on planning and zoning issues.
• Ability to work with employees from different departments.
• Knowledge of current planning processes and procedures.
• Ability to read and understand technical materials and reports.
• Skill in developing related reports and presenting data on land use.
• Ability to communicate effectively to citizens and officials.

Skills

ArcGIS

Communication

Report writing

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in planning/related field

AICP certification (preferred)

Job description

Performs field and office work related to planning and development programs for utilization of land and physical facilities of the city.

• Prepares special studies and reports related to code amendments and annexation studies. Assists with comprehensive plan and studies and updates as necessary.
• Prepares statistical reports such as annual population estimates.
• Reviews requests and prepares written reports for zone change and proposed subdivision plat applications and special studies.
• Presents information and recommendations to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
• Reviews miscellaneous applications including temporary land uses, special events, public rights of way, etc.
• Responds to public inquiries concerning development of the city in general as well as specific areas.
• Researches, compiles and analyzes land use and related data.
• Works with the public and developers in answering questions and providing information.
• Performs related duties as required.

Ability to sit, stand and move about a building and to inspect public and private property.

Excellent oral, written, and graphics communication skills, general knowledge of municipal planning functions and geographic information systems (ESRI ArcGIS).

Ability to effectively communicate with developers and citizens in order to provide information and guidance on planning and zoning issues. Ability to work in conjunction with employees from different departments. Knowledge of current planning processes and procedures. Ability to read and understand technical materials, reports and journals. Skill in developing related reports and ability to analyze and present data on land use applications and planning. Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, to citizens and other government officials.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in architecture, planning, engineering, economics, or related field. One to three years of experience is preferred. A valid Texas Driver's License or the ability to obtain by the time of hire, is required.

AICP certification or candidate status is preferred.