Planner III/Planner Senior

Position Information Posting Title Planner III/Planner Senior Job Requisition Number COA084516 Position Number 116994 Job Type Full-Time Division Name DSD-Land Use Review Minimum Qualifications Planner III:Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor''s degree from an accredited college with major coursework in Planning, Geography, Social Science, Landscape Architecture, or a planning related field, plus three (3) years of experience in planning related work. Twelve (12) semester hours of relevant graduate college course work may substitute for six (6) months of required experience with a maximum substitution of two (2) years.Experience in planning related work may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.Licenses and Certifications Required: None. Planner Senior:Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor''s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Planning, Geography, Social Science, Landscape Architecture, or a planning related field, plus five (5) years of planning related work.Twelve (12) semester hours of relevant graduate college course work may substitute for six (6) months of required experience with a maximum substitution of two (2) years.Experience in planning-related work may substitute for education up to the maximum of four (4) years. Licenses and Certifications Required: None. Notes to Applicants The Development Services Department (DSD) assists homeowners, business owners, and contractors when they build, demolish, remodel or perform any type of construction to ensure compliance with applicable city and building codes. DSD is seeking to fill multiple Planner III/Senior positions in the Land Use Review Team. The primary responsibility will be reviewing commercial site plans for compliance with the Land Development Code and relevant ordinances. These positions work closely with other City departments, applicants, the public, and elected and appointed officials. DUE TO COVID-19 all interviews for Development Services are being conducted virtually via Microsoft Teams. Employment Application: Only complete applications will be considered. Be sure your employment history on the application includes your past job titles, employment dates, and a detailed summary of your job duties, functions and responsibilities. Although a resume is required, please take the time to ensure that the application, on its own, represents the best of your history and skills/abilities. Development Services may close the posting any time after seven days from the initial advertisement. Once a position is closed, no additional applications or application changes will be accepted. Post Interview Verification: If you are selected as the top candidate for a position, we will be contacting your current and former employer, as well as the references listed in your application. Please ensure that the contact information on the application is accurate. Top candidates will also be required to provide proof of education from an accredited organization, copies of any professional licenses or certificates listed on the application and a copy of your DD-214 if claiming veteran''s preference. Assessment(s): Candidates selected for interview will undergo a written skill/competency based assessment(s). Travel: If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations. Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits. Please click HERE for more information. Pay Range Commensurate Hours Monday - Friday. 7:45 am - 4:45 pm. Job Close Date 12/08/2021 Type of Posting External Department Development Services Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 6310 Wilhemina Delco Dr., Austin Tx, 78752 - PDC Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a deadline-focused environment while balancing multiple projects, changing priorities, and additional responsibilities A working knowledge of the City of Austin''s Land Development Code, Neighborhood Plans, and Transit-Oriented Development documents. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Working knowledge of and the ability to clearly explain city practices, policies, and procedures related to permitting and land development. The ability to provide technical planning assistance to the general public, design professionals, and elected officials. Experience reviewing preliminary site plans and preparing comments. Accreditation with the American Institute of Certified Planners, The Congress for the New Urbanism, or similar is preferred but not required. Ability to travel to more than one work location. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Planner IIIPlanner Senior Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Planner IIIPlanner Senior Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or TTY (512) 974-2445. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual''s AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * This position requires a bachelor''s degree in Planning, Geography, Social Science, Landscape Architecture, or a planning related field, plus three (3) years of experience in planning related work. Twelve semester hours of relevant graduate college course work may substitute for six months of required experience with a maximum substitution of two (2) years. One (1) year of experience in planning related work may substitute for one (1) year of the required education with a maximum substitution of four (4) years. Do you meet these qualifications? Yes No * Describe your experience working in a deadline-focused environment while balancing multiple projects, changing priorities, and additional responsibilities. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your working knowledge of the City of Austin''s Land Development Code, Neighborhood Plans, and Transit-Oriented Development documents. (Open Ended Question) * This position requires excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey information clearly to a variety of stakeholders. Please describe how your experience meets this preferred qualification. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your working knowledge of and the ability to clearly explain city practices, policies, and procedures related to permitting and land development. (Open Ended Question) * Are you a member of the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) and/or The Congress of New Urbanism (CNU-A). Yes No Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents

Created: 2021-11-29