Planning Technician / Planner I / Planner Ii

Amarillo Police Department

Amarillo, Texas, US
$35,388 - $56,458 annually; not specified; not spe...
Customer service and case processing
Review development proposals and site plans
Interact with city departments and utility companies
Performs technical work in matters related to current and comprehensive planning with a focus on customer service and processing department cases

Job Summary

  • Performs technical work in matters related to current and comprehensive planning with a focus on customer service and processing department cases.
  • Reviews development proposals and site plans for conformance with ordinances and regulations, and prepares staff reports for boards and commissions.
  • Collects, interprets, and graphically displays data, and researches planning-related ordinances to assist in updates.

Matching Summary

Performs technical work in matters related to current and comprehensive planning with a focus on customer service and processing department cases.

Salary

$35,388 - $56,458 annually; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Customer service and case processing
  • Review development proposals and site plans
  • Interact with city departments and utility companies
  • Prepare staff reports and present to boards
  • Interpret and apply codes and regulations
  • Provide technical information to public and developers
  • Collect, interpret, and graphically display data

Nice-to-have

  • Professional writing skills for public meetings
  • Group facilitation skills for public workshops
  • Project management for multiple tasks
  • Research and analyze urban planning data
  • Familiarity with office software applications

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED (Planning Technician)
  • Associate's Degree in planning or related field (preferred for Planning Technician)
  • Two years of experience in plan review, zoning, or surveying (preferred for Planning Technician)
  • Bachelor's Degree and one year of related experience (Planner I)
  • Bachelor's Degree and three years of related experience (Planner II)
  • Master's Degree can substitute for two years of experience (Planner II)
  • Valid Texas Driver's License

Work Rights

Not specified

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