City of Dallas · 12 hours ago
Planner I- Planning and Development Services (Civil Service)
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$27.45/hr - $32.58/hrThe City of Dallas is committed to service, innovation, and community, and they are seeking a Planner I to perform a variety of entry-level professional planning and zoning tasks for urban development needs. The role involves leading planning projects, engaging with neighborhoods, and compiling data for planning purposes.
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Responsibilities
Leads the development of various planning projects including, but not limited to area plans, corridor plans, and neighborhood plans
Facilitates and leads engagement meetings with neighborhoods
Develops agendas, manages logistics, and creates communications materials for public engagement activities and community workshops
Prepares and delivers presentations to the City Plan Commission and neighborhood groups
Serves as the main point of contact for people that visit the planning office; explains and interprets policies and procedures related to planning applications; answers questions customers may have about zoning and other planning processes; oversees the submission of applications and creates detailed reports to present to City Planning Commission
Compiles and analyzes data for planning purposes in a specialty area and to assist in the formulation of sound planning and design proposals; reviews case applications and route issues to other departments for review; maintains communications with the public and various applicants to ensure effective services
Prepares various documents for others to present to departmental staff, citizens, and other interested groups; edits case reports and related power points; reviews material and verifies information with available datasets
Processes and ensures the appropriate approvals for applications and other intake forms
Meets with citizens and business interest groups to identify problems, goals and objectives, explain programs, and respond to questions
Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a planning, urban studies/design, architecture, public administration, sociology, geography, engineering, or related field (e.g., historic preservation, architectural history, history, etc.)
Valid driver's license with good driving record
Knowledge of City policies and procedures
Basic knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques of urban planning and design
Ability to do research in an orderly and timely manner
Ability to analyze data, abstract problems, and conceptualize solutions
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal guidelines and instructions
Communicating effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to interact with the public and peers in a positive manner
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
Benefits
Competitive benefits
Growth opportunities
Vibrant work culture
Company
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