Planner II- Planning and Development- Zoning 4 (Civil Service)

Dallas City Hall; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas City Hall is seeking a Planner II in Planning and Development–Zoning to help shape the future of the city. This role researches, reviews, and coordinates planning studies in zoning, land use, and urban design to guide development.

You will conduct community meetings, review applications, and prepare recommendations for the City Plan Commission, keeping regulations and city codes in mind. A Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in planning or related field.
• Two years of professional planning/urban design experience.
• Equivalencies: Bachelor's + 4 years experience or Master's degree meet requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepares long-range land use and neighborhood studies to guide future development.
• Reviews and analyzes zoning applications for accuracy and compliance.
• Drafts and presents recommendations to the City Plan Commission.
• Conducts community meetings to gather feedback on land use and census issues.
• Responds to inquiries from citizens, committees, and city officials.
• Coordinates materials for boundary adjustments and annexation.
• Administers planning programs and provides professional direction.
• Reviews compliance with ordinances and building codes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Urban planning

Zoning

Research methods

Public speaking

Mapping

Education

Bachelor's degree in Planning, Urban Studies/Design, Architecture, Public Administration, Sociology, Geography, Engineering or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

MapInfo

Job description

Planner II- Planning and Development- Zoning 4 (Civil Service)### Planner II- Planning and Development- Zoning 4 (Civil Service)Apply: 1500 MARILLA: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 20, 2026 (14 days left to apply): 26-29706**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.**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.City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.