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The Planning Department of the City of Fort Worth, Texas is recruiting for THREE (3) Planner positions to be filled in early 1999. Applications are due January 8th as noted below and interviews will be in February.

POSTION # 1
Planner/Urban Design (Neighborhood Planning Division)
Salary: Starting ange $30,108 to $37,080 DOQ
Listed: December 1, 1998; Open until January 8, 1999

Responsibilities: Position provides urban design and neighborhood planning skills for a variety of projects including corridor studies, neighborhood design and commercial revitalization. Planner provides creative and practical design solutions for challenging, inner-city improvement projects. Planner reviews and recommends site and streetscape designs, prepares design guidelines.

Qualifications: Minimum is Masters degree in Urban/Regional Planning or related field. A bachelor’s degree in above field plus 2 years experience in professional urban planning and/or urban design may be substituted. Knowledge required includes site planning, urban design and graphic skills. Must have good verbal and written communication skills, computer literacy, and ability to work effectively with neighborhood residents, civic groups, and other professionals. Must be able to work well in a team setting and handle multiple projects. GIS and computer graphic skills are highly desirable. AICP preferred.

POSITION # 2
Planner (Comprehensive Planning)
Salary: Starting range  $30,108 to $37,080 DOQ
Listed: December 1, 1998; Open until January 8, 1999

Responsibilities: Position plays a major role in update of the City’s Comprehensive Plan, which was last updated 15 years ago. Duties include research, analysis, computer mapping, illustrations, facilitating citizen participation, developing policies and means of implementation, and drafting and editing text. The Plan is to be completed summer 1999 and updated annually. Looking for experienced individual with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications: Minimum is Masters degree in Urban and Regional Planning or related field, OR Bachelors degree in above fields PLUS 2 years of above experience OR other combination of training and experience. AICP and experience and training in land use, transportation and GIS preferred.

POSITIONS # 3
Planner/Economic Development (Neighborhood Planning Division)
Salary: Starting range $30,108 to $37,080 DOQ
Listed: December 1, 1998; Open until January 8, 1999

Responsibilities: Position prepares neighborhood economic development studies and plans, recommending creative and workable economic development solutions for challenging inner city revitalization projects and corridor studies.

Qualifications: Minimum is a Masters degree in Urban/Regional Planning or related field. A Bachelors degree in above field plus 2 years economic development planning experience may be substituted. AICP preferred. Required knowledge in economic development planning and tools. This includes knowledge in fiscal impact study, cost benefit analysis, incentive programs (such as tax credits, tax abatement, increment financing, historic tax exemptions, empowerment zone, enterprise zone, and use of federal block grants to leverage business loans and financing), as well as other innovative and diverse economic development tools.

To Apply (for all three positions): Submit Resume to and request Application Form from: . Please note on your cover letter for which position you are applying.

City Planner
Town of South Padre Island, Texas
Salary: $35,000-$40,000, DOQ
Posted: December 1, 1998; close January 15, 1998

The Town of South Padre Island is seeking a qualified applicant to serve as the City Planner. The position is primarily responsible for development regulation and related special projects.

Responsibilities: This is a professional position reporting to the Director of Public Works. Responsibilities include providing information and assistance to the public regarding zoning and development requirements, reviewing development requirements for compliance with town rules and regulations, preparing planning reports and recommendations, drafting zoning and development related ordinances and policies, making presentations to boards, committees and the general public, oversight of the Town trolley system and carrying out special projects.

Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in City Planning, Urban Planning, or a related area and a minimum of two years of experience in municipal planning. A good knowledge of the principles, practices, and legal basis for plats, site plans, zoning and comprehensive planning is required. Effective communication skills are necessary as is the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with persons from diverse professions and cultures. Computer skills are required. A valid Texas motor vehicle operator’s license is needed.

To Apply: Please mail resume to: .

Senior Planner
City of Rowlett, Texas
Salary: $2,667-$3,000 PM DOQ
Posted: November 15, 1998; Open until filled

Responsibilities: Prepares and manages reviews of zoning, plats, site plans and other development projects for the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council. Interprets, implements, and participates in updating the zoning ordinance, subdivision ordinance, comprehensive plan, and other regulatory and land-management studies. Participates in commission and council meetings.

Qualifications: Requires Bachelor’s degree in City Planning, Urban Planning or related area plus 3 years experience in municipal planning. Must have supervisory experience, as well as experience in multiple project preparation and management. Good knowledge of principles, practices and legal basis for plats, site plans, zoning and comprehensive planning, and other current and long range growth management projects required. AICP and/or ASLA desirable but not required. Knowledge of Word Perfect 6.1 and/or Windows ‘95 Word Processing and other basic office machines is preferred.

To Apply: Submit Resume to:

9-1-1 Program Specialist
Golden Crescent Regional Planning Commission, Texas
Salary: $1,604 - $2,245, DOQ
Posted: November 15, 1998; Position open until filled

Responsibilities: This is a responsible position that involves assisting in the implementation, coordination, and maintenance of the Regional 9-1-1 System including database management, mapping, and address verification.

Qualifications: Excellent management skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with persons from diverse professions; knowledge of 9-1-1 operations; demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; and, ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials in local, state, and federal government, and in the private sector.  A bachelor’s degree in health care administration/management, public administration, social services, business administration, or a related field; or   high school graduation or its equivalent plus at least five year’s progressively responsible experience in a related field; or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Valid Texas motor vehicle operator’s license required.

To Apply:  Applications will be accepted at the address listed below between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., on the official application form. Forms or additional information can be obtained by contacting:   e-mail:

Planner/Landscape Architect
PGAL, Dallas, Texas
Salary: DOQ
Posted: November 1, 1998; Open till December 31, 1998

Responsibilities: Works directly for Director of the PGAL Planning Group on various projects, including comprehensive plans, town plans, campus plans, development guidelines, urban design plans, airport plans, and corporate campus master plans. Projects are located across the United States and some travel will be required.

Qualifications: Must have 5 years experience and an undergraduate degree in Planning, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, or similar degree from an accredited university (graduate degree preferred). Must be experienced in site planning, land planning, town planning, and urban design. Must have good hand-sketching and rendering technique, as well as be experienced with computer graphics. Must be fluent in AutoCAD, Microstation, ERDAS Imagine, and/or Adobe Photoshop, and Microsoft Office Suite. Good verbal and presentation graphic skills required. ASLA or AICP desirable (or become certified within 2 years of hire).

To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and references to .

Transportation Planner
Fort Worth, Texas
Salary: $70-85K
Posted: November 1, 1998; Open until filled

Responsibilities: Responsibilities include leading and developing the Texas region market sector for TxDOT work. Will market company's services to clients.

Qualifications:  The candidate must have TxDOT experience.   Major Investment Study experience necessary. Must have public involvement experience. Must have corridor & feasibility studies. A minimum of 10 years experience.

To Apply: For more information call

Planner
City of Garland, Texas
Salary: $33,509 and $43,202 DOQ
Posted: November 1, 1998; position open until filled

The City of Garland Planning Department currently has a job opening for a Planner. This position is primarily responsible for development regulation and related special projects.

Responsibilities: Professional planning position with responsibility to provide information and assistance to the public regarding development requirements, review development proposals for compliance with City requirements, prepare planning reports and recommendations, draft development-related ordinances and policies, make presentations to citizen boards and committees, and carry out special projects.

Qualifications: Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture or closely related field and two years of municipal planning experience involving the development process; or Bachelor’s degree and four years of relevant experience.

To Apply: For more information about this position, please contact Anita Russelmann, Assistant Director of Planning, at . To obtain an application, contact the Human Resources Department at .

Senior Planner - Neighborhood Planning
City of College Station, Texas
Starting Salary: $33,300 - $36,630. DOQ
Posted November 1, 1998; Open until filled

The City of College Station, TX. (population 64,000) is seeking a qualified applicant to fill a Senior Planner position, who under the direction of the City Planner, will develop a neighborhood or "small area" planning program for the City. Over the past several years neighborhood associations in College Station have grown and become more active. There are a variety of land use and other issues facing the city’s many neighborhoods which range in age from the 1940’s when College Station incorporated to the present. The City recently adopted a new Comprehensive Plan and would like to begin working more directly with citizen groups to help them develop their own neighborhood plans addressing their individual needs.

Responsibilities: The Senior Planner will be responsible for developing and implementing a neighborhood planning program, working with community organizations and citizen groups and taking the lead on special project assignments. This person will work in the Development Services Department that houses, building inspections, development engineering, development planning and comprehensive planning.

Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Urban Planning (AICP preferred) Applicants should have 3-4 years increasingly responsible experience in municipal planning with 2 years supervisory experience. Experience in the formulation of neighborhood and small area plans is preferred. The successful candidate must have exceptional listening skills as well as strong oral and written communication skills and be able to work independently as well as part of a team.

To Apply: For application forms contact the City of College Station, or visit the web page at .

Wilbur Smith Associates, Houston, Texas (2 Positions)

Wilbur Smith Associates (WSA) is a nationally recognized consulting firm, which offers advanced technical services in the fields of urban planning, transportation planning and engineering, and civil/structural design and engineering.

Position #1
Associate Planner (Planner II)
Salary: DOQ
Posted: October 16, 1998; Open until filled

WSA's Southwest Region office in Houston, Texas seeks a planner with a minimum of 3 to 5 years of professional experience in community, environmental, transportation, and/or transit planning.

Responsibilities: The position offers work assignments of increasing complexity, with a potential of managing individual projects. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be involved in both planning and transportation studies, with project assignments including comprehensive and land use planning, zoning and subdivision ordinances, parks master plans, socio-demographic analyses, environmental assessments, parking feasibility analyses, transit development plans, metropolitan transportation plans, community thoroughfare plans, parking studies, and other projects as assigned. The individual selected must be able to work independently, as well as with senior and principal staff. Strong writing, analytical, and computer skills are required.

Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in planning, geography, architecture, landscape architecture, or a related field is required, with a graduate degree from an AICP accredited college or university preferred. AICP certification is desirable, or the successful candidate should preferably be able to obtain certification within two years of hiring. The position is available immediately following interviews and employer notification. WSA offers a competitive salary and benefit package, commensurate with education, experience, and related qualifications.

Position #2
Associate Planner (Planner II)
Salary: DOQ
Posted: October 16, 1998; Open until filled

WSA's Southwest Region office in Houston, Texas seeks a planner with a minimum of 1 to 3 years of professional experience in community, environmental, transportation, and/or transit planning.

Responsibilities: The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be involved in both planning and transportation studies, with project assignments including comprehensive and land use planning, zoning and subdivision ordinances, parks master plans, socio-demographic analyses, environmental assessments, parking feasibility analyses, transit development plans, metropolitan transportation plans, community thoroughfare plans, parking studies, and other projects as assigned.

Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in planning, geography, architecture, landscape architecture, or a related field is required, with a graduate degree from an AICP accredited college or university preferred. AICP certification is desirable, or the successful candidate should preferably be able to obtain certification within two to four years of hiring. The position is available immediately following interviews and employer notification. WSA offers a competitive salary and benefit package, commensurate with education, experience, and related qualifications.  The individual selected must be able to work independently, as well as with senior and principal staff. Strong writing, analytical, and computer skills are required.

To Apply for both positions: Interested persons should send a resume and writing sample to: . E-mail . Any questions, please call . WSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Transportation Planning Coordinator (MPO)
City of Tyler, Texas
Salary; $38,000 -$42,000 DOQ
Posted: October 16, 1998; Position open until filled

Responsibilities; This position is responsible for the Metropolitan Transportation Plan, Transportation Improvement Plan, and the Unified Planning Work Program of the Tyler Metropolitan Planning Organization's (MPO) planning area. The Coordinator will serve as the liaison to the State's Transportation Planning Program and ensure compliance with all MPO requirements. Other responsibilities are being added as we near being declared a non-attainment area for air quality.

Qualifications; Bachelors degree in Planning, Traffic Engineering, or related field plus 2 years of transportation planning experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

To Apply: Submit resume to:

Planner
City of Keller, Texas
Salary:  $3,332-$4,832 per month DOQ
Posted: October 16, 1998; Position open till November 13, 1998

Located in Northeast Tarrant County, has a population of approximately 23,000 residents and is experiencing tremendous growth. The Community Development Department/Planning Division currently consists of three staff members and is seeking a new person to help manage the development activities of a fast growing city and assist with the expanding responsibilities of the department.

Responsibilities: Review of plats and site plans, preparation of staff reports on zoning changes and subdivision plats, responding to citizen inquiries and complaints, research of ordinance preparation, demographic analysis, prepare impact fee update, compile data for the geographic information system and other projects as directed by the Director of Community Development.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in urban planning, architecture or related field plus two years experience in city planning/related field. A Master’s Degree in an urban planning field is preferred. Desirable skills include excellent written and oral communication skills, knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and data base programs, plus the ability to work with public and independently schedule work activities to accomplish number of tasks in a timely manner.

To Apply: Submit Resume with Work and Salary History to:

Planner
City of Marshall, Texas
Salary: DOQ
Posted: October 16, 1998; Open until filled.

Responsibilities: Responsible for review of zoning requests, plats, and site plans for development projects. Assist with writing and updating various plans, regulations, ordinances, and grant preparation. Implement affordable housing programs. Research, prepare and present reports to Planning and Zoning Commission, city council and other boards.

Qualifications: Requires knowledge of principles and practices of comprehensive planning, zoning, subdivision regulations, site planning. Experience with affordable housing programs. Possess problem solving ability, excellent communication and organizational skill. Ability to work effectively with staff, citizens and various groups. Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university with major course work in land use planning or closely related field. Two years experience in municipal planning required. Master’s degree in land use or urban planning preferred.

To apply: Send resume to

Urban Planner II
City of Galveston
Salary: $25, 860 - $28, 418
Posted October 16, 1998; Open until filled

Responsibilities: This is professional work in assembling and analyzing physical, social, economic and other data for urban planning activities. Work involves responsibility for the performance of professional work in advanced or current planning. Work involves the collection and forecasting of base data; the identification and analysis of problems; the development of goals and objectives; the design of programs and alternative plans; and the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programs. Work programs and objectives are set forth by the Director of Planning and Transportation but employees in this class exercise considerable initiative and judgment in carrying out assigned projects. Work is reviewed primarily for the extent to which it contributes to the planning goals and objectives of the City.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning or related field from an accredited university with major course work in planning; experience in municipal planning work; membership in the American Planning Association; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the following knowledge, abilities, and skills: Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices, objectives and processes of city and regional planning; research methods employed in the collection, evaluation and presentation of planning data; and, of standard statistical procedures and sources of socio-economic information. Considerable knowledge of economics, sociology, statistics, design and municipal-finance as applied to city planning. Ability to analyze and systematically compile technical and statistical information and to prepare technical reports.  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with city officials, agencies and the general public.

To Apply: A completed City application for employment must be submitted. to receive a complete position description and an application form.  Background investigation including a post-offer/pre-employment physical and supervised drug screen are required.

City of Dallas (2 Positions)
Development Services (under new management)

Position #1
Planner 55
Salary: $35,706 - $52,268
Posted: October 16, 1998

Qualifications: Masters Degree in urban/regional planning, civil engineering, architecture or related field and two years experience in a professional urban planning position. Bachelors Degree in one of the above fields and four years appropriate experience also may qualify. Certification from AICP may substitute for minimal education requirements. Requires good knowledge of planning and development permitting processes and working knowledge of PC applications for database management, word-processing and spreadsheets. Prior experience in development services area given preference.

Position #2
Planner 54
Salary: $31,504 - $46,206
Posted: October 16, 1998

Qualifications: asters Degree in urban/regional planning, civil engineering, architecture or related field. Bachelors Degree in one of the above plus two years experience in a professional planning position. Certification from AICP may substitute for minimal education requirements. Requires knowledge of planning and development permitting processes and moderate knowledge of PC applications for database management, word-processing and spreadsheets. Prior experience in development services given preference.

To apply for both openings:  Submit resume, salary history, and request for City application form to or email

City of Abilene, Texas (2 Positions)

Position #1
Community Development Manager
Salary $2,521.13+ per month DOE/Q
Posted October 16, 1998; Open until filled

Responsibilities: Professional and administrative work relative to the provision of community development services, and implementation of community development programs. Assists in overall coordination of Community Development Block Grant Program; prepares grant applications for program findings including development of program/project plans, budgets and administrative procedures within established federal, state, and local policies and procedures; monitors active grant programs to insure compliance with procedures and regulations; assists with preparation of budget; and participates in program planning, implementation, scheduling, budgeting, and organization.

Qualifications: Requires the equivalent of a four year degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business management, planning, finance or a related field, plus five years of progressively responsible experience in a public administration, preferably in economic and/or community development. Any combination of experience and education is qualifying.

Position #2
Management Analyst for Community Development
Salary: $2,069.17 per month
Posted October 16, 1998; Open until filled

Responsibilities: Administrative support work within the Community Development Department. Work involves planning, coordinating and conducting a variety of special projects and activities to ensure that the aims, goals or objectives of two federal grant programs are accomplished - Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnerships (HOME). The use of financial analysis and investigative research techniques are required for the collection and analysis of data and the formulation of comprehensive reports and recommendations.

Qualifications: Requires the equivalent of a four year degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration, planning, mathematics, political science or a related field. Experience in municipal government, finance, accounting or business is preferred.

To Apply: Please submit your resume and direct inquiries to the following: The City of Abilene is under the Texas Open Records Act and information from your resume and/or application may be subject to release to the public. EEO/AA/ADA Employer.

Senior Planner
City of San Antonio – Planning Department
Neighborhood and Special Projects Planning
Salary: $31,032 - $46,548 DOQ
Posted: September 16, 1998. Open till November 30, 1998.

Responsibilities: Coordinates and assists the Neighborhood Planning Manager and the Director of Planning in the development and implementation of the neighborhood planning process. Supervises and directs project staff. Works cooperatively with neighborhood organizations in the creation and implementation of neighborhood master plans and related projects. Serves as an ombudsman between the various neighborhood associations and City Departments, with responsibility for regular communication with neighborhood groups. Facilitates and responds to neighborhood issues identified by City Council. Works with representative of community groups and associations in the development and implementation of neighborhood plans, projects and programs. Identifies key organizations for involvement, coordinates sector planning groups, and convenes with groups in a public forum. Develops and monitors action plans, collects information, analyzes, and interprets key strengths and weakness involving interested parties and the strategic plans needs. Summarizes data into report form and makes presentations to committees, boards, or commissions. Provides the Planning Manager & Director of Planning with information and updates on project growth, needs, and anticipated problems. Designs development plans that deal with planning, urban design, landscaping and open space.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree, preferably a Master’s in Urban Planning, Public Administration or a related field plus four years of increasingly responsible planning experience, including one year supervisory or lead experience. Personal Computer knowledge of Microsoft Office essential.

To Apply: Mail or Fax Application & Resume to: Or apply at 111 Plaza De Armas Phone: Applications and vacancy information may be obtained at: