Zoning & Development Planner

Desoto Group Inc

DeSoto (TX)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 70,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Education Pay
Social Security
Texas Municipal Retirement System

Job summary

Desoto Group Inc is seeking a dedicated planning support professional to assist the Planning Manager with the administration of zoning and subdivision ordinances in DeSoto, Texas. The role includes coordinating the development review process, preparing plans and studies, and guiding developers and the public through the process.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in urban planning or a related field, five years of experience, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning or related field.
  • Five years of related work experience.
  • AICP certification preferred.
  • Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience.
  • Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

  • Review Plats and Site Plans for conformance with the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance, including writing comments and reviewing resubmittals.
  • Write staff reports for zoning requests and plat applications and present cases to the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council.
  • Meet with developers, builders and the public to answer questions about the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances and development process.
  • Prepare plans and studies and amendments to the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances and the Comprehensive Plan.
  • Review Certificates of Occupancy to ensure requirements are met and contact applicants for information as needed.
  • Perform other assigned duties.

Skills

Zoning & Subdivision knowledge
Public communication
Planning policy
GIS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning or related field
AICP preferred
Equivalent training/experience

Tools

ArcInfo / ArcView GIS
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)

Job description

Desoto Group Inc is seeking a dedicated planning support professional to assist the Planning Manager with the administration of zoning and subdivision ordinances in DeSoto, Texas. The role includes coordinating the development review process, preparing plans and studies, and guiding developers and the public through the process.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in urban planning or a related field, five years of experience, and a valid driver’s license.

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