Senior Planner - Citywide Planning and Regional Planning

Senior Planner Positions

The City of San Antonio is looking to fill multiple Senior Planner positions within the Planning Department for Citywide Planning and Regional Planning Divisions. Under general direction, is responsible for performing complex planning and supervisory work, responsible for the supervision of a section within the City's Planning 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.

Work Location City Tower - 100 W. Houston Street, San Antonio, TX 78205 Work Hours 7:45 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday; may include evening and weekend hours to attend community meetings and public hearings.

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

• Bachelor's degree or higher in city, urban, or regional planning, geography, public administration, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• At least two (2) years of experience in local government or private sector planning. Direct experience in urban planning and/or long-range planning strongly desired.
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP).
• MS Office experience.
• Strong writing skills.
• Adobe Creative Suite and graphic design experience.
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS software and analysis.
• Experience facilitating small and large work groups.
• Experience with public outreach, goal development, and document preparation for comprehensive or regional planning projects.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.

Applicant Information

• 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 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.
• 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.
• 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.

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.