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Planner 2 - Multiple Teams

Urban PlanningConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeDallas, TX, USA$29.99 - $36.82In-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Planning, Urban Studies/Design, Architecture, Public Administration, Sociology, Geography, Engineering, or a related field is required.
Two years of professional-level experience in planning, urban design, architecture, landscape architecture, or related work are required.
A bachelor's degree or higher in a non-specified field plus four years of the required experience meets the education and experience requirements.
A master's degree in a specified field meets the education and experience requirements.
Knowledge of urban planning principles and practices is required.
Knowledge of architecture and building design is required.
Knowledge of research methodology and techniques for analyzing information is required.
Knowledge of City development and building codes is required.
Ability to apply principles, methods, and techniques of urban and neighborhood planning and design to studies and projects is required.
Ability to identify problems, impacts, and implications of requested zoning changes and project assignments is required.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing is required.
Ability to clearly dispense information to the general public, business representatives, commission members, and city officials is required.
Ability to read, use, and interpret maps is required.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships is required.

Responsibilities

Prepare long-range land use and neighborhood improvement studies to guide future development.
Conduct research, analysis, and on-site reviews to ensure proposals comply with ordinances and regulations.
Prepare, draft, and present recommendations, or coordinate their presentation to the City Plan Commission and other groups.
Conduct community meetings and attend neighborhood and civic events to obtain feedback regarding land use, neighborhood improvement, or census issues.
Respond to inquiries from citizens, public committees, commissions, City Council, and others regarding specific projects to expedite services.
Review and analyze zoning applications for accuracy, completeness, compliance with city ordinances, and impact on communities.
Review and coordinate materials necessary for boundary adjustments and annexation, including negotiations with other municipal jurisdictions.
Administer and monitor programs, providing professional direction and insight on planning-related activities.
Perform other work as needed or assigned.

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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 - $36.82

The 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.

About the Company

The City of Dallas

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The City of Dallas provides municipal government services and information through its official channels, including its website and public portals. It acts as a city government, offering access to permits, licenses, public records, safety alerts, and city news. The city uses online portals and data portals to deliver services and information to residents, businesses, and visitors. Its products are online government services and information resources that people access through a web interface; processes are typically self-service forms, status tracking, and data dashboards. The city differentiates itself from private tech competitors by being a public institution focused on transparency, accessibility, and accountability rather to serve the public interest rather than profit. Its goal is to provide clear, reliable information and easy-to-use services to improve city living, safety, and governance for Dallas residents and stakeholders.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: Not listed
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Headquarters: Dallas, TX
Founded: 1841

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