Senior Planner

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, include the responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics listed below. This list of responsibilities is

ILLUSTRATIVE

ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Summary Under limited supervision and using comprehensive knowledge, performs complex professional long-range planning in Hays County related to economic and subdivision development, transportation needs, infrastructure improvements. Assesses planning needs and requirements. Develops and implements advanced planning projects. Analyzes statistical, economic, and demographic data. Compiles reports and documentation for use in planning and policy formulation and development. Evaluates alternative courses of action and makes recommendations. Reviews development documentation. Coordinates and manages the review of subdivision application review process. Responds to inquiries from developers, government officials, and the public regarding subdivision and development regulations. Interprets state and local regulations. Proposes solutions or alternatives to development problems or issues. Works with outside agencies, community groups, consultants, County staff, and other stakeholders in the coordination of planning efforts. Manages special planning projects. Researches, reviews, and analyzes financing options and availabilities for infrastructure improvements and developments. Represents Hays County with a variety of regional planning entities. Bachelor's degree in Planning, Urban Planning, Public Administration or a related field. Four years experience county, municipal, or urban planning, strategic planning and research, or a related field. American Institute of Certified Planners certification preferred. Texas driver's license.