Senior Planner

Job Summary

Under general direction, is responsible for performing complex planning and supervisory work, responsible for the supervision of a section within the Development Services Department. Responsibilities include the development of recommendations on planning and zoning issues, staffing of boards and committees and the review of work performed by subordinate planners. Working conditions are primarily in an office environment. May exercise direct supervision over assigned staff.

Essential Job Functions

• Conducts special studies on projects such as land use and zoning plans.

• Conducts updates to the City's Comprehensive Plan and various components of the plan.

• Prepares written reports and makes presentations at public and community meetings and boards and commissions.

• Provides technical support to boards, commissions and committees.

• Supervises, trains and evaluates assigned staff members.

• Oversees the preparation and reproduction of publications issued by the Department.

• Makes recommendations to other City Departments.

• Responds to requests for information from management, officials and the public.

• Reviews, coordinates and evaluates plat and development plan applications.

• Plans, organizes and conducts neighborhood meetings with residents of the rezone areas.

• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years increasingly responsible urban planning experience to include one (1) year of supervisory or lead work experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License OR valid driver's license from another state with the ability to obtain a valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Use of your own personal vehicle may at time be required and proof of Liability Insurance will be required.
• Advance degree in Planning.
• MS Office experience.
• Experience using GIS Software and Graphic Designs Concepts.
• Experience facilitating small and large work groups.

APPLICANT INFORMATION:

• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
  
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
  
• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
  
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of principles and practices used in all phases of urban planning.

• Knowledge of zoning regulations and procedures.

• Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws, regulations and ordinances pertaining to planning and zoning.

• Knowledge of engineering, surveying and drafting concepts and principles.

• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.

• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.

• Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, management and the public.

• Ability to develop complex written reports and make presentations.

• Ability to analyze complex data and develop recommendations.

Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:
http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note:

• Part-Time and Temporary positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information
The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.