PLANNING TECHNICIAN

Position will be open until filled.

We are currently seeking :

A planning technician to join our team and perform administrative duties related to Planning Division processes and activities, provide customer service assistance to applicants and the general public, and assist in processing and review of planning related applications and cases.

Your responsibilities will include :

• Performing a variety of customer service duties including answering and directing telephone calls, responding to routine questions from the public, and assisting applicants with the preparation of and status of development applications.
• Assisting staff and the public in person, via telephone and email.
• Assisting in the intake of project submissions and other tasks related to Electronic Plan Review.
• Assisting in the preparation and scheduling of pre-submission meetings.
• Utilizing a variety of computer programs and databases to create PowerPoint presentations, to create locator maps, to maintain project databases, and to prepare reports and informational packets, including Microsoft Office products.
• Assisting in post-approval / disapproval / denial processing of Department cases and files.
• Preparing public hearing notices for newspaper publication and to send to property owners.
• Assisting in the organization and publishing of information packets for the Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Adjustment, City Council meetings, and other meetings.
• Coordinating the final review and filing of plats at Tom Green and surrounding Counties.
• Serving as a backup secretary for the Planning and Commission and Zoning Board of Adjustment.
• Researching codes and ordinances for Planning and Development Services Department staff, other City departments and customers.
• Traveling to conduct scheduled and non-scheduled inspections, attend meetings, conferences, and training.
• Hours : Monday through Friday 8 : 00 am through 5 : 00 pm.
• Regular and timely attendance is required.

The above duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities.

Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Requirements and Skills :

• Effective communication, both verbal and written.
• Reading, interpreting, explaining and applying City codes, ordinances, and policies
• Interpreting and applying departmental standards and City policies
• Entering information into a computer system with speed and accuracy, maintaining electronic files, and organizing files and materials
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers
• Reading, interpreting, and analyzing maps, exhibits, legal descriptions, subdivision plats, site plans, and other such documents

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education and Experience :

High school diploma or equivalent and two years related experience; or a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications :

• Must possess a valid Texas Driver License.
• Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure.

Physical Demands / Work Environment :

Work is performed in a standard office environment.

Job postings may be withdrawn at any time at direction of the City Manager.