Planning Technician

Under general administrative direction of the Director of Development and Economic Development, the Planning Technician serves as the primary customer service representative for the Planning Department and performs highly responsible administrative services including processing and coordinating applications and reviews, answering inquiries regarding zoning issues, maintaining records, processing invoices, and preparing reports and correspondence. Position also performs entry and intermediate-level planning tasks such as land use and plat application review, sign permit processing and general development analysis.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following 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. Accepts applications for all development applications, ensuring proper form completion and inclusion of necessary supporting documentation prior to department submission. Assists in the review of development applications for zoning and land use compliance. Provides information to citizens, developers, engineers, and other City departments on application processes, ordinances, regulations, application statuses, and processing zoning verification requests. Assists in plat review cycle to include regulatory conformance, preparing documents for signature, and filing with the County. Assist with Development Review Committee Meetings as needed. Provides administrative support for the Planning and Zoning Commission, including document preparation and distribution, public hearing notices, scheduling of multiple parties, meeting agendas, meeting minutes, and attending meetings after normal business hours as necessary. Research and compiles information regarding planning/development codes, ordinances, and planning issues. Prepares a variety of routine and non-routine reports related to department activity. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ability to understand City Organization, operations, policies, and procedures. Ability to learn to read/comprehend building plans. Ability to work accurately with detailed planning data and prepare summary reports. Maintains an effective working relationship with citizens, groups, business, and external agencies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

Works under satisfactory conditions. Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work. Involves sitting and working mostly in an office setting, lifting no more than 20 pounds.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Basic Qualifications:

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) is required. Requires an associates degree with coursework in planning, public administrations, business, real estate, geography, or a minimum of one (1) of planning and development experience or work in an office environment with relevant sector experience will be considered in lieu of degree. Bachelor s degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, or a related field preferred. Must have a valid Texas Driver s license.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Must complete an Employment Application. Must pass pre-employment background check. Must pass pre-employment drug test.