Planning Manager

Job Title

Under limited supervision, manages development review and planning activities, including managing multiple development review projects, providing technical assistance to applicants, and facilitating redevelopment projects. Other duties may include conducting research, assisting in overseeing special projects, participating in City Council and other meetings, responding to professional and citizen inquiries, and interfacing with other City employees and citizens. This position provides direction to other employees.

Job Description

Join the City of Allen—a vibrant community of over 100,000 residents where strong economic growth, excellent schools, and an exceptional quality of life make it a great place to live, work, and play. Our mission is simple: "To achieve excellence in managing community development and city services, continually enhancing the quality of life and public confidence."

At the City of Allen, our employees bring the PRIDE values to life:

• People First – Prioritizing others
• Respect – Treating everyone with courtesy and dignity
• Integrity – Serving with honesty and trust
• Deliver – Following through and exceeding expectations
• Excel – Driving innovation and continuous improvement

We do Work that MATTERS! Join a team that serves our community and makes a real impact every day.

Job Requirements

Education and Experience:

Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Education and experience that provide the necessary knowledge and skills may also be considered, but a typical way to qualify is by obtaining:

• a Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or a related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible relevant experience, including one (1) year of supervisory experience or equivalent

• City rules, regulations, policies, and procedures with particular attention to codes and ordinances.
• Supervisory methods and techniques.
• Principles and practices of project management.
• Urban planning and development and local government policies and procedures.
• Housing, zoning, and economic development.
• Research methods and statistical principles related to urban growth and development.
• Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.

• Establishing and maintaining working relationships with professional and support staff, vendors, the public, and City employees.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Providing outstanding customer service and conflict resolution.
• Identifying opportunities to improve customer service and satisfaction.
• Operating highly technical computer applications, such as GIS or CAD.
• Analyze problems, identify alternate solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software.
• Reading and understanding City, State and Federal rules and regulations.
• Creating, preparing, writing, and proofing reports, documents, and correspondence.
• Working effectively in a high-pressure environment with changing priorities.
• Effectively communicating in both oral and written format.

• Must possess a valid Texas Class C driver's license.
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification preferred.

Supplemental Information

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the City of Allen and the employee and may be revised by the employer as needed.

The City of Allen is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, or military status in employment or in the provision of services.

The City of Allen participates in the federal e-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

Jump into a full-time role (40 hours/week) with the City of Allen and enjoy a benefits package designed to support you at work and in life! You'll receive comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, basic and optional life insurance, long-term disability, accrued vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, TMRS retirement with a 2-to-1 city match, a 457 deferred compensation plan, and longevity bonuses.

All City employees also have free access to recreation centers, including:

• Don Rodenbaugh Aquatics Center
• Ford Pool (Summer Only)
• Joe Farmer Recreation Center
• The Edge (Summer Only)
• Stephen G. Terrell Recreation Center
• Allen Senior Recreation Center (60+)

Plus, enjoy wellness challenges, book clubs, LinkedIn Learning, foodie groups, education assistance, CPR & Stop the Bleed training, leadership essentials, safety training, City Suite Event Center tickets, city conferences, health fairs, walking clubs, safety golf tournaments, possible hybrid or flexible schedules, and many more employee perks!