Planner (Temporary Services)

Under general direction, performs professional planning work with both administrative and technical responsibilities in comprehensive short and long range planning. May exercise functional supervision over assigned staff.

This position is a temporary, "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

Work Location:
Development Services, 1901 S. Alamo, San Antonio, Texas 78204

Work Hours
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

• Performs long and short range comprehensive studies, zoning and land use, population studies and socio- economic trends.
• Researches, collects, analyzes, and interprets data and summarizes data into report form.
• Responds to department requests for information, as well as from the general public.
• Reviews, monitors, and processes site plans, plat or zoning applications in accordance with applicable codes and department policies.
• Reviews and interprets requirements consistent with Planning Commission and Zoning Commission or other boards' direction and in conformity with applicable codes.
• Prepares maps, graphs, charts, and illustrations.
• Makes presentations to committees, boards, associations, and commissions.
• Coordinates community and neighborhood meetings.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.

• Experience with GIS.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office.
• Customer service experience.

• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

• Knowledge of principles, practices, and methods of community and urban planning.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, local laws, and regulations related to planning and urban development.
• Knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of urban design and urban planning.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to perform research, collect data from various sources, apply statistical methodologies, and interpret and summarize results for reporting and/or development of recommendations and policies.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and drawings, and field notes.
• Ability to analyze and interpret zoning and subdivision maps.
• Ability to prepare and conduct presentations.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, management and the public.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
• Working conditions are primarily in an office environment.

Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:
http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information
The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.