Principal Planner

SummaryThe Principal Planner, under the general supervision of the Director, is responsible for complex professional planning work which involves organizing and coordinating short- and long-range planning activities and studies, gathering and analyzing research data, and preparing written reports.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Determines data needs for complex planning studies and collects, analyzes, and evaluated the dataPrepares reports, projects, and exhibits as neededParticipates in preparation of long-range planning studies, corridor studies, Comprehensive Plan updates, and annexation studiesDevelops, organizes, and implements short range land use plan measure including rezoning of property, zoning variances, abandonments, dedications, encroachment licenses, and annexation in accordance with City of Temple ordinances and plansAssists Director in preparation for, and presentation to, the Planning and Zoning Commission and City CouncilMakes presentations to Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Adjustment and other boards/groups as neededInterprets and prepares amendments to the City's Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Ordinance and related Codes/Ordinances as neededConducts plat and site plan reviews for new land development projects, including field work to evaluate existing land use conditions as neededConducts reviews and makes recommendations for zoning requestsEstablishes and maintains communication with other agencies involved in planning activities which impact the CityMaintains records of statistical data and supplies data as requestedFollows City policies, procedures, and safety guidelinesPerforms other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Combination of education and experience equivalent to Bachelor's degree in Planning or related fieldFive (5) years of experience in municipal planning and zoning

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in planning

Certifications, Licenses and Registrations

AICP Certification