Principal Planner

Summary

The 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.

• Determines data needs for complex planning studies and collects, analyzes, and evaluated the data
• Prepares reports, projects, and exhibits as needed
• Participates in preparation of long-range planning studies, corridor studies, Comprehensive Plan updates, and annexation studies
• Develops, 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 plans
• Assists Director in preparation for, and presentation to, the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council
• Makes presentations to Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Adjustment and other boards/groups as needed
• Interprets and prepares amendments to the City’s Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Ordinance and related Codes/Ordinances as needed
• Conducts plat and site plan reviews for new land development projects, including field work to evaluate existing land use conditions as needed
• Conducts reviews and makes recommendations for zoning requests
• Establishes and maintains communication with other agencies involved in planning activities which impact the City
• Maintains records of statistical data and supplies data as requested
• Follows City policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Combination of education and experience equivalent to Bachelor’s degree in Planning or related field
• Five (5) years of experience in municipal planning and zoning

• Master’s degree in planning

• AICP Certification