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Director of Planning - City of Belton, TX (ID: 332249) |
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Title | Director of Planning |
Type | Planning,Zoning and Development Services |
Date Posted | 2019-06-11 |
City / Organization | City of Belton, TX |
Website | Click Here for the Position Listing |
Email Contact | hr@beltontexas.gov |
Description | The City of Belton, Texas seeks an experienced Planner to serve as the City’s next Director of Planning Salary -$80K - $85K, DOE / DOQ JOB SUMMARY Under the general direction of the City Manager, the Director of Planning organizes and directs the activities of the Planning Department including Planning, Building Inspections and GIS services. Responsible for complex professional planning work that involves directing development and implementation of comprehensive plans for the physical development of the City. Also, plans, organizes, and directs activities associated with implementing current development and design standards such as zoning and subdivision regulations, building codes, and coordinates related requirements. Gathers and analyzes research data and prepares written and oral reports for the City Manager and for boards/commissions. Supervises all assigned department staff.
SUPERVISION RECEIVES direct supervision from the City Manager. EXERCISES direct supervision over the Planning department staff.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Administration
Planning - Comprehensive
Planning - Current
Special Projects
Staff Support
Personnel
Other Duties
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education, Training and Experience Guidelines: A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Urban Planning, Public Management, or a closely related field with five years’ experience in City planning with involvement in comprehensive and current planning activities, including supervision and project management is required. Alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the same fields of study with seven years’ experience in comprehensive and current planning activities may also suffice for meeting the qualifications for this position.
Knowledge of:
Skills and Abilities:
LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) strongly preferred, or the ability to secure this certification within one year from the date of hire. Possess a valid Texas driver’s license. PHYSICAL DEMANDS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS AND CONDITIONS
The City of Belton is the recipient of the 2009 Preserve America Award, was designated a Gold Certified Scenic City in 2010 and 2015 and has been awarded the 2018 Project Planning Award by the Texas Chapter of the American Planning Association-Central Texas Section for the Sparta Road Roundabout. Also, the City of Belton was approved by the Texas Historical Commission as a Certified Local Government in 2018. Benefits include 100% employer paid employee medical, dental and basic life insurance premiums. Paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave available. Participation in the Texas Municipal Retirement System is required. Application for employment must be submitted to Human Resources in order to be considered for employment. Resumes are strongly encouraged, but will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Application may be found on our City website at www.beltontexas.gov. Submit application via email, mail, in person or by fax to:
City of Belton-HR P. O. Box 120 100 S. Davis Belton, Texas 76513 Phone: (254) 933-5805Fax: (254) 933-5859Email: hr@beltontexas.gov |