Planning Administrator

Planning Administrator

Salary

$94,700.58 - $144,524.90 Annually

Location

100 W HOUSTON ST, SAN ANTONIO, 78205, TX

Job Type

4A Full-Time

Job Number

2027-00039

Department

Planning & Community Dev

Opening Date

10/02/2026

Closing Date

11/2/2026 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Summary

Under administrative direction, is responsible for performing administrative and supervisory work requiring extensive knowledge and ability in the field of Urban Planning. Administrates planning studies and programs. Work involves responsibility for maintaining existing programs and developing new, innovative planning programs in support of the general plan for the comprehensive development of the City. Responsible for the formulation, coordination, and research of specialized planning activities to include comprehensive planning, accessibility planning, transportation, land use, zoning, neighborhood and urban design, current planning or data management. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

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

• Responsible for the general administration of the planning programs for the division.
• Oversees the planning, preparation, and submission of division reports including the budget.
• Manages the development and administration of the department budget; estimates funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; and manages the preparation and implementation of budgetary adjustments.
• Prepares and makes presentations for public hearings.
• Prepares reports, comprehensive plans, and recommendations for the Planning Commission, Zoning Commission, City Council, and similar officials on planning matters.
• Interviews, selects, supervises, develops, evaluates, counsels, and if necessary, disciplines personnel according to established COSA policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Prepares written reports and presentations.
• Acts for the Assistant Director in their absence.
• Monitors citywide ADA compliance.
• Administers contracts from granting agencies.
• Oversees the production of studies under agency contracts.
• Oversees the development of grant proposals.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible urban planning experience to include two (2) years supervisory or management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in city, urban, regional planning, geography, public administration, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP).
• Experience with public outreach, goal development, and document preparation for comprehensive or regional planning projects.
• Strong writing, presentation and public speaking skills.
• Experience facilitating small and large work groups.
• MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite and graphic design experience.
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS software and analysis.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Drivers 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 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 Abilities

• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management.
• Knowledge of administrative and management practices.
• Knowledge of the techniques and practices of community and comprehensive planning.
• Knowledge of engineering and architectural principles, techniques and practices as applied to community planning.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Skill in supervising and managing.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
• Ability to analyze technical and statistical data.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with employees, management, and property owners.
• Ability to work with the public and interested citizens groups in the establishment of meaningful goals and objectives best suited for the Citys growth.
• Ability to coordinate division activities with other municipal departments.
• Ability to formulate, interpret, explain, and apply City and department policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

Benefits Information

The 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.asp

Note:

• Part-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 Information

The 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.

01

The starting salary for this position is $94,700.58. Are you willing to accept the base pay for this position?

• Yes
• No

02

Are 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.

03

Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

04

Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

05

Do you have a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

06

What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
• Masters Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

07

Do you have a degree in Urban or Regional Planning?

• Yes - Bachelors Degree
• Yes - Masters Degree
• Other Field
• None of the above

08

How many years of increasingly responsible experience do you have in urban planning?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years
• 11 years
• 12 years
• 13 years
• 14 years
• 15 years +

09

How many years of supervisory or management experience do you have in urban planning?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

10

How many employees have you supervised at one time?

• None
• 1 - 3 Full-time staff members
• 3 - 5 Full-time staff members
• 5 - 7 Full-time staff members
• 7 - 9 Full-time staff members
• 10 + Full-time staff members
• Intern(s)/Part-time staff members

11

Are you a Member of the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)?

• Yes
• No

12

How many years of experience do you have updating and/or implementing Comprehensive Master Plans?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

13

How many years of experience do you have with document preparation for comprehensive or regional planning projects?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

14

How many years of experience do you have in public engagement working with diverse stakeholders?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

15

Select any of the following rules and regulations relevant to planning and zoning in which you have intermediate or advanced-level knowledge (select all that apply):

• Principles and practices
• Regulations and procedures
• Federal, State, and local laws
• Ordinances
• Engineering, surveying, and drafting concepts/principles
• None of the above

16

Question 16: Select any of the following items you have at least three (3) years of experience with (select all that apply):

• Statistical research and reports
• Budgeting procedures
• GIS mapping and analysis
• Developing work plans and schedules
• Conducting current and long-range planning projects
• Reviewing annexations
• Graphic design concepts
• Working with small work groups
• Working with large work groups
• Public Outreach
• Preparing documents
• Reviewing plats and development plans
• Land Use planning
• Zoning
• Rezoning
• Urban Design
• None of the above

17

Select any of the following software applications that you have extensive experience with (select all that apply):

• Word
• Excel
• Access
• PowerPoint
• Publisher
• Visio
• Outlook
• Teams
• Adobe InDesign
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Photoshop
• SketchUp
• ArcGIS
• Canva
• None of the above

18

Describe your experience with comprehensive planning, land use, and/or zoning. If you do not have related experience, enter "N/A."

19

Please 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."

20

I acknowledge that this position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

• I acknowledge

21

I 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

Employer City of San Antonio

Address Human Resources Department

San Antonio, Texas, 78205

Phone 210-207-8705

Website http://www.sanantonio.gov/HR/CareerCenter.aspx