City Planner
$50 per hourAoka Engineering
City Planner (Part-Time)
Location: Houston, TX
Compensation: $50 per hour
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced City Planner to join our team on a part-time basis in Houston, TX. In this role, you will perform professional-level work in urban planning, zoning, subdivision review, and community development. You will handle administrative and enforcement functions, conduct technical analyses, coordinate with stakeholders, and provide excellent customer service to the public regarding land use and development matters.
This is an ideal opportunity for a planning professional looking for flexible, meaningful part-time work while applying their expertise to support local governments in the Houston area.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform technical planning functions, including research, review, analysis, presentation, and coordination of rezoning applications, annexation requests, Comprehensive Master Plan amendments, development and land use permits, special use permits, variances, and related applications.
- Review planning applications for compliance with the City's Comprehensive Master Plan, land development policies, subdivision standards, and site plan design requirements.
- Conduct architectural and site layout design analyses.
- Coordinate the application review process with applicants, property owners, planning staff, consultants (architectural and civil engineering), regulatory bodies, and the general public.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for all Planning Division applications.
- Prepare clear, well-written staff reports with findings and recommendations for regulatory bodies and public hearings, ensuring alignment with city codes and ordinances.
- Respond to public inquiries (by phone and in person) and provide assistance on zoning, land development, and related regulatory matters.
- Perform other related planning and community development tasks as required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required
- At least five (5) years of professional experience in urban planning or zoning
- AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners) certification is preferred.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly rate of $50.
- Flexible part-time schedule.
- Opportunity to make a direct impact on community development in the Houston area.
- Professional environment focused on planning excellence and public service.
If you are a passionate planner who enjoys both technical analysis and public interaction, we encourage you to apply.
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