Planner III - Road & Bridge

Reporting directly to Division Director or Supervising Planner, responsible for the development and planning of transportation systems and asset management for the Williamson County Department of Infrastructure. Level III of V in Planners. Generates, processes and reviews contracts and technical specification documents related to roadway building plans and projects implemented by the department Creates, prepares, and reviews various presentations, visual aids and other preparation documents associated with strategic and technical and business development planning Manages various databases including the upkeep of the Asset GIS database and collaborates with the County Auditor's Office Maintains and updates subdivision and development GIS data, GIS systems and software Prepares bid documents and collaborates with internal and external professional to draft and approve terms and conditions for specific projects Assists in annual budget process by collaborating with department leadership on Capital Improvement Project costs, and other departmental cost for budget development Assists in preparation of Commissioner Court agenda items Organizes and participates in predevelopment meetings and coordinates work program preparations Coordinates and aids with municipalities and other county agencies on various planning projects and contracts Performs pavement field evaluations and compiles and reviews pavement evaluation data Collaborates with engineers and presents technical engineering concepts to at public outreach meetings Aids in the development and implementation of the Williamson County Long Range Transportation Plan Develops GIS (Geographic Information Systems) maps and land usage reports Provides statistical data and project assistant to engineering staff Analyzes subdivision plats, construction plans, permits and compliance measures for various Land Development and Road & Bridge projects Aids with the implementation of subdivision amendments regulations Completes various plans revisions before and during implementation of projects Assists with coordination of safety projects Monitors various project budget and conducts project budget audits Attends all meetings and trainings, as required Performs special duties as assigned

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

Reports directly to - Division Director or Supervising Planner Direct Reports - No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, visual examination of documents, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, standing and occasional lifting/carrying Position involves safely operating a motor vehicle

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Indoor and outdoor work in all environments, including inclement weather Exposure to dust, chemicals, fumes, bacteria, fungus, and high noise levels Regular travel between work sites as required

IRREGULAR HOURS

Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change. Bachelor's degree in Planning, Geography, Engineering, or related field AND five (5) years of planning experience including GIS and transportation planning experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience Knowledge of ArcGIS software and Microsoft Office Suite Three (3) years of subdivision and land development experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required within thirty (30) days of employment Valid Texas driver's license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in a related field Six (6) years of transportation planning experience Prior experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation American Concrete Institute Fundamentals of Concrete Asphalt Institute Level 1 B Inspector Certification GISP (Geographic Information Systems Professional) Certification CFM (Certified Floodplain Manager) and Stormwater Certification American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification

EMPLOYMENT TESTING

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below: Criminal background check: Yes Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes Drug screening: Yes Physical exam: No Psychological exam: No A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilco.org/hr . Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY

Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.