Senior Planner - Citywide Planning and Regional Planning

Job SummaryThe 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 LocationCity Tower - 100 W. Houston Street, San Antonio, TX 78205Work Hours7:45 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday; may include evening and weekend hours to attend community meetings and public hearings.Essential Job FunctionsConducts 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 RequirementsBachelor'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 QualificationsBachelor'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 InformationUnless 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.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 AbilitiesKnowledge 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 InformationThe 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.aspNotePart-Time, Temporary, and non-City 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 InformationThe 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 210-207-2285.01The starting salary for this position is $59,000.24. Are you willing to accept the base pay for this position?YesNo02Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.03Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?YesNo04Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SAR2W) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?Yes - SA Ready to Work ProgramYes - Train for Jobs SA ProgramYes - Both ProgramsNo05Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher in city, urban, or regional planning, geography, public administration, or a related field?Yes - Bachelor's DegreeYes - Master's DegreeNo06What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?Some High SchoolHigh School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or universityAssociate's Degree from an accredited college or university90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or universityBachelor's Degree from an accredited college or universityMaster's Degree from an accredited college or universityPhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or universityNone of the above07How many years of increasingly responsible experience do you have in urban planning?NoneLess than one year1 year2 years3 years4 years5 years6 years7 years8 years9 years10 years11 years12 years13 years14 years15 years +08How many years of supervisory or lead work experience do you have in urban planning?NoneLess than one year1 year2 years3 years4 years5 years +09Do you have a valid Driver's License?YesNo10PreferredThis posting will be used to fill multiple positions within the Planning Department. Please select the preferred Division(s) you are interested in:Citywide Planning DivisionRegional Planning Division11Are you a Member of the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)?YesNo12How many years of experience do you have in updating Comprehensive Master Plans?NoneLess than one year1 year2 years3 years4 years5 years6 years7 years8 years9 years10 years11 years12 years13 years14 years15 years +13How many years of experience do you have with document preparation for comprehensive or regional planning projects?NoneLess than one year1 year2 years3 years4 years5 years6 years7 years8 years9 years10 years +14How many years of experience do you have with public engagement working with diverse stakeholders?NoneLess than one year1 year2 years3 years4 years5 years6 years7 years8 years9 years10 years +15Select Any Of The Following Rules And Regulations Relevant To Planning And Zoning In Which You Have Beginner Or Intermediate-level Knowledge (select All That Apply)Principles and practicesRegulations and proceduresFederal, State and local lawsOrdinancesEngineering, surveying and drafting concepts/principlesNone of the above16Select any of the following items you have at least three (3) years of experience with:Statistical research and reportsBudgeting proceduresGIS mapping and analysisDeveloping work plans and schedulesConducting current and long-range planning projectsReviewing annexationsGraphic designs conceptsFacilitating small work groupsFacilitating large work groupsPublic OutreachDocument preparation for comprehensive or regional planning projectsReviewing plats and development plansLand Use PlanningZoningRezoningUrban DesignNone of the above17Select any of the Microsoft Office applications that you have extensive experience with.WordExcelAccessPower PointPublisherVisioOutlookNone of the above18Select any of the software applications that you have extensive experience with:Adobe InDesignAdobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopSketchUpArcGISNone of the above19Describe your experience with comprehensive planning, land use, and/or zoning. If you do not have related experience, enter "N/A."20Please describe a planning project you led or played a significant role in. What organization was the project for and what was your role? How was the project implemented? What was the outcome of the project? If you do not have related experience, enter "N/A."21I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.I acknowledge. Required Question