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Texas Workforce Commission

Planner (Austin)

Career Insights for Director of Urban / Transportation Planning

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What they do

A Director of Urban / Transportation Planning directs and oversees planning and develops projects that maintain or improve the quality of life in a city or region. Addresses specific transportation, economic development, housing and environmental issues. Directs planning to address aesthetic and technical concerns, community goals and the future impact of development.

$107,977 / year median in Texas

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Job Description
  • Planner (Austin) (827310) Job Description Planner (Austin)
  • (827310) Description
WHO WE ARE
Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We are looking for a Planner to work in the Construction and Facilities Management department. This position is based in Austin, 101 East 15th Street, and is a full-time in office position with an occasional out of town travel as needed. We are a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those with H1B visas or those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.
WHO YOU ARE
You are a self-starting, motivated, collaborative individual who understands the need to complete assignments in a timely and accurate manner. You have demonstrated abilities to measure outcomes and initiate process improvement based on results.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
The Planner V will perform highly advanced (senior-level) planning and research work. Work involves overseeing the development of local, regional, or state zoning, urban, transportation, emergency management, or site plans and programs; and conducting meetings with federal, state, and local officials and regional groups. May supervise the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO
  • Oversee planning and research projects and field surveys.
  • Oversee and evaluate research and analysis of local, state, and national trends; policy issues; and proposed legislation, regulations, or rules; and reviews recommendations.
  • Oversee and/or conduct planning studies such as feasibility studies or master plans.
  • Oversee and/or develop short-range and long-range local and statewide plans, projects, or programs.
  • Oversee and/or prepare complex reports, presentations, and technical documents.
  • Administer the development of complex plans or programs, assesses the feasibility of planning proposals, and initiates program strategy development.
  • Develop and evaluate policies and procedures for implementation, administration, and evaluation of plans or programs; and measures progress.
  • Prepare and monitor performance measures.
  • Consult on the planning, design, and implementation phases of planning projects.
  • Lead and participate in technical, policy, and interagency planning meetings.
  • Serve as a liaison between federal, state, and local agencies and regional groups in matters concerning the coordination of plans and services.
  • Review and evaluate planning material for contractual compliance.
  • Prepare material in response to requests for information and reports.
  • Supervise the work of others.
  • Perform related work as assigned.
YOU QUALIFY WITH
  • Five years of experience in planning and/or research, or in administrative management including experience in planning and/or research.
  • Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.
YOU ARE A GREAT FIT WITH
  • Certified Texas Contract Management (CTCM)
  • Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD)
  • Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Five years of recent full-time experience in commercial construction project management/facilities management work, strategic planning and policy implementation.
YOU GAIN
  • A Family Friendly Certified Workplace
  • Competitive salary: $7,910.14/month
  • Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
  • Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
  • Medical Insurance
  • Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
  • Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.
ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits Duty involves up to 25% travel within the state of Texas.
VETERANS
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_PlanningResearchandStatistics.pdf
Primary Location:
United States-Texas-Austin
Work Locations:
Austin:
101 E 15th St (320-4001) 101 E 15th St Austin 78778-0001
Job:
Management Analysts
Organization:
Agency 320 Setid
Schedule:
Full-time
Employee Status:
Regular
Job Type:
Standard
Job Level:
Manager
Travel:
Yes, 25 % of the Time
Job Posting:
Aug 28, 2026, 11:00:00 PM
Work From Home:
No