Salary Range: $70,000.00 – $90,000.00 annually (DOQ)
Position Summary
The City Planner performs professional planning, zoning, and development review work in support of the City’s growth management and long-range planning objectives. Under the direction of the City Manager or designee, this position administers and enforces zoning, subdivision, and land development regulations while assisting residents, developers, consultants, and elected and appointed officials with planning-related matters.
The Planner is responsible for reviewing development applications, preparing staff reports and presentations, coordinating development review processes, conducting research and site inspections, and supporting implementation of the City’s Comprehensive Plan and development policies. The position requires independent judgment, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-growing municipal environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.
Development Review & Planning Administration
- Review site plans, plats, zoning requests, variances, special use permits, and other development applications for compliance with City ordinances, adopted plans, and development standards.
- Coordinate and facilitate development review meetings and pre-submittal meetings with applicants, consultants, and City departments.
- Provide technical assistance and information to residents, developers, property owners, consultants, and the general public regarding planning, zoning, land use, and development regulations.
- Receive and process applications for Planning & Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment consideration.
- Conduct field inspections to verify compliance with approved plans, permits, zoning requirements, and development standards.
- Investigate and respond to zoning and land use complaints.
Boards, Commissions & Public Meetings
- Prepare detailed staff reports, presentations, agenda materials, ordinances, resolutions, and recommendations for the Planning & Zoning Commission, Board of Adjustment, City Council, and other boards or committees as assigned.
- Attend and present at evening meetings of the Planning & Zoning Commission, Board of Adjustment, City Council, and other public meetings as required.
- Assist in drafting and updating zoning ordinances, subdivision regulations, development standards, and planning-related policies.
Research, Analysis & Long-Range Planning
- Conduct demographic, land use, zoning, and development-related research and analysis.
- Maintain planning-related records, databases, maps, and development tracking systems.
- Assist with updates and implementation of the City’s Comprehensive Plan, master plans, corridor plans, and special planning initiatives.
- Coordinate with regional agencies, neighboring municipalities, county governments, utility providers, and other outside organizations on planning and development matters.
- Assist in the preparation, administration, and management of state and federal grant opportunities related to planning and infrastructure initiatives.
Organizational Support
- Work closely with City leadership to understand and address community development priorities and emerging issues.
- Support departmental and organizational goals through effective communication, professionalism, and customer service.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, City & Regional Planning, Public Administration, Geography, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of one (1) year of progressively responsible experience in municipal planning, zoning administration, development review, or a related field.
- Valid Texas Driver’s License or ability to obtain one within a reasonable timeframe.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a municipal planning or development services department.
- American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification or ability to obtain certification.
- GIS or mapping experience preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of planning principles, zoning regulations, subdivision regulations, and development review practices.
- Ability to interpret and apply ordinances, regulations, site plans, plats, and technical documents.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentation abilities.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff, elected officials, developers, consultants, and the public.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general municipal software systems; GIS experience preferred.
Selection Process
Applicants must submit:
Submit the above completed documents to the City Manager, Fabrice Kabona at citymanager@mclendon-chisholm.com.
The selected candidate must successfully complete all pre-employment requirements established by the City.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of McLendon-Chisholm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
