Planner II- Planning and Development (Conversation Districts) (Civil Service)

Dallas City Hall; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Híbrido; USD 85 933 000 - 105 505 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Dallas City Hall is seeking a Planner II in the Planning and Development division, working on Conversation Districts. The role involves reviewing plans for historic districts, engaging residents, and preparing designations and maps under the guidance of a Chief Planner.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in a related field and two years of professional planning experience with strong communication and research skills. The position offers city benefits and a competitive salary.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in planning, urban studies/design, architecture, public administration, sociology, geography, engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of two years of professional planning/urban design experience.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may meet requirements.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare long-range land use and neighborhood development studies.
• Analyze zoning applications for compliance with ordinances and impacts.
• Draft and present recommendations to City Plan Commission and others.
• Engage with communities at meetings to gather feedback on land use and neighborhoods.
• Respond to inquiries from citizens, committees, and city officials.
• Coordinate boundary adjustments and annexation materials with other jurisdictions.
• Administer and monitor planning programs and provide professional direction.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conhecimentos

Urban planning

Architecture knowledge

Research methods

Public administration knowledge

Communication

Maps interpretation

Stakeholder engagement

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in related field

Descrição da oferta de emprego

## Planner II- Planning and Development (Conversation Districts) (Civil Service)Apply: 1500 MARILLA: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 30, 2026 (20 days left to apply): 26-29276**Dallas is Growing. Grow With Us.**Looking for more than just a job? The City of Dallas offers careers with purpose. With competitive benefits, growth opportunities, and a vibrant work culture,we’re committed to helping you thrive while you help our city flourish. Be part of a team that’s committed to service, innovation, and community.**Job Summary**Researches, reviews, and coordinates planning studies in specialty area (e.g., zoning, land use, neighborhood condition,urban design, landmark designation, transportation, census) to make recommendations for organized and planneddevelopment within the City.**Job Description****Overview**The Planner II researches, reviews, and coordinates planning studies in various areas to make recommendations for organized and planned development within the City. **Planner II - (Conservation Districts):***Under the guidance of a Chief Planner, the Planner II position seeks to protect and enhance the physical attributes that conserve the distinctive character of areas designated as Conservation Districts; reviews architectural plans and construction documents for residential structures for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with city ordinances and impact on designated neighborhoods; maintains a thorough understanding of historic architectural styles and appropriate treatments;* assists at community meetings *and attends neighborhood and civic events to engage with residents of existing and potential conservation districts; develops and implements conservation district designations; and prepares maps and other graphic illustrations. Strong customer service skills, oral/written communication skills, research skills, and interpersonal skills are essential. A background or demonstrated interest in historic preservation, architecture, or architectural history is required.* **Essential Functions****1** Prepares long-range land use and neighborhood improvement studies to guide future development in a positive manner.**2** Conducts and performs various research, analysis, and on-site reviews to ensure proposals are in compliance with ordinances and regulations.**3** Prepares, drafts, and presents recommendations or coordinates the presentation of recommendations to the City Plan Commission and other groups.**4** Conducts community meetings and attends neighborhood and civic events to obtain feedback regarding land use, neighborhood improvement, or census issues.**5** Responds to various inquiries from citizens, public committees, commissions, City Council, and others regarding specific projects in order to expedite services.**6** Reviews and analyzes zoning applications for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with city ordinances and impact upon communities.**7** Reviews and coordinates materials necessary for boundary adjustments and annexation including negotiations with other municipal jurisdictions.**8** Administers and monitors various other programs providing professional direction and insight on planning related activities.**9** Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned. **Knowledge and Skills****1** Knowledge of urban planning principles and practices.**2** Knowledge of architecture and building design.**3** Knowledge of research methodology and techniques for analyzing information.**4** Knowledge of City development and building codes.**5** Ability to apply principles, methods, and techniques of urban/neighborhood planning and design to studies and projects**6** Ability to identify problems, impacts, and implications of requested zoning changes and project assignments.**7** Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.**8** Ability to clearly dispense information to the general public, business representatives, commission members, and city officials**9** Ability to read, use, and interpret maps.**10** Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:****EDUCATION*** Bachelor's degree in a Planning, Urban Studies/Design, Architecture, Public Administration, Sociology, Geography, Engineering or related field.**EXPERIENCE*** Two (2) years of professional level experience in planning, urban design, architecture, landscape architecture or related work.**EQUIVALENCIES*** Bachelor's degree or higher in non-specified field plus four (4) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.* Master's degree in specified field will meet the education and experience requirements.**Salary Range**$29.99 - $36.82The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.