Planner II

City of Midland, Texas; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TMRS retirement

Tuition assistance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Credit union

Competitive pay

Medical/Dental/Vision

PTO accrual

Paid holidays

Job summary

The City of Midland, Texas is seeking an urban planning professional to perform field and office work related to planning and development programs for land and facilities.

Responsibilities include preparing studies, analyzing land use data, reviewing zone changes and subdivisions, and presenting recommendations to the Planning and Zoning Commission. A degree in a related field and GIS knowledge are required, with 1–3 years of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral, written, and graphics communication skills.
• Knowledge of municipal planning functions and GIS.
• Ability to read technical materials and present data.

Responsibilities

• Prepare planning studies, annexation studies, and reports.
• Review zone change and subdivision applications and prepare reports.
• Present information to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
• Respond to public inquiries on planning and zoning issues.
• Collaborate with developers and other departments.
• Research and analyze land use data.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Graphics communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in planning

AICP certification preferred

Tools

ArcGIS (ESRI)

Job description

Scope of Work

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

Essential Job Duties

• 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.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

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

Required Qualifications

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.

Benefits

• 2:1 Retirement Plan with TMRS
• Educational Tuition Assistance Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Employer
• Midland Municipal Employee Credit Union
• Competitive pay
• Medical/Dental/Vision Plan
• PTO accrual
• Paid holidays