Senior Planner

Senior Planner – Planning and Development Services Department

Salary: $74,443 - $85,609, depending on experience and qualifications.

Asour Planner, you are responsible for guiding the growth and development of our community to ensure it is safe, functional, and sustainable. This role involves reviewing development proposals, managing zoning and land‑use regulations, and collaborating with city departments, developers, and the public to support responsible planning and community development.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning or related field from an accredited school or university. A Master’s Degree in Urban Planning or a related field is preferred.

• Four years of work-related experience in Urban Planning at the local level, either in the public or the private sector. Municipal Experience is preferred.

• Valid Texas Driver License.
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is preferred.

• City-subsidized Medical and Dental Insurance with a variety of plan options.
• City-paid Basic Life Insurance @ 1x your annual salary and Long‑term Disability.
• Voluntary Vision, Supplemental Life Coverage (for you and your family), Aflac indemnity plans such as Accident, Cancer, Hospitalization and Critical Illness, Short Term Disability and pre‑paid legal benefits through Legal Shield.
• 9 paid holidays and up to 3 floating holidays to use at your discretion.
• A generous vacation package with accruals starting on day 1.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• A robust pension plan with TMRS includes your 7% contribution with 2:1 match by the City.
• You won’t contribute to Social Security, but you can further your retirement income by contributing to a Deferred Compensation (457b) plan.
• Longevity pay for each month of service after your first 13 months of employment.
• On‑site Wellness facilities and programming (mind, body spirit & financial preparedness).
• Access to multiple mental health benefits and resources, including a robust EAP.

The City of Sugar Land is an equal Opportunity employer.