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Senior Planner

City of Mesquite • Full-time • Mesquite, Texas, United States • $60.55k - $90.82k / year • 1m ago

GENERAL SUMMARY

Salary: $60,545.49/annual minimum - $90,818.22 annual max (Depending on qualifications)

Perform professional-level planning work to carry out the goals and objectives of the Planning Division.

SUPERVISION

General supervision is provided by the Manager of Planning and Zoning.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct & Rules of Behavior outlined in Chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual.
Perform professional-level planning work in current planning activities, including zoning changes, variances, special exceptions, site plans, platting and subdivisions; provide case management in accordance with policies and procedures established for the development review process.
Perform professional-level planning work in comprehensive planning activities, including conducting background research and data collection; formulating long-range land use plans, development policies, and special planning studies; and preparing reports and plans.
Assist in neighborhood planning and preservation activities, including conducting background research and data collection; preparing preservation plans and strategies; and serving as liaison to neighborhood groups and citizens.
Assist the Director of Planning and Development Services in compiling accurate staff reports and other case materials for timely submission to the City Council; maintain case files according to established procedures.
Explain basic regulations, programs and plans to assist citizens, developers, engineers, and the general public.
Prepare maps, drawings and other graphics including making property site and field visits; prepare property site plans, zoning plans and sketches in ArcGIS and planning-related softwares; and maintain and update official City maps, including the zoning, annexation, ETJ and similar maps.
Prepare, commit to, and implement a structured, self-directed program of continuing professional education that leads to certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners; fulfill other professional education obligations as the Director may require; subscribe to the AICP Code of Ethics.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Answer and direct public inquiries in person, by phone, or through e-mail.
Assist in compiling data for data summaries and research reports.
Reproduce copies of zoning and other maps and drawings.
Prepare and post meeting packets to Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment members.
Attend and participate in evening meetings, including the Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment.
Maintain case file records in Energov or related planning/permit software.
Maintain planning and zoning-related information on the City’s website.
Perform other duties as assign.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in urban planning or a closely related field.
Four (4) years of experience in Planning

A master's degree in urban planning or a closely related field may substitute for 2 years of experience.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Possession of a valid driver's license.
AICP preferred.

WORK SCHEDULE

Monday - Friday 8AM-5PM

APPLY ONLINE AT: www.cityofmesquite.com

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