Planner II - City Of Pharr : Job Details

Join the City of Pharr as a Full Time Planner II and be at the forefront of urban development in a vibrant community. This onsite position enables you to immerse yourself in the local planning landscape, collaborating with a dynamic team dedicated to innovative solutions and customer-centric services. You'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of Pharr, Texas, enhancing the city's infrastructure and improving residents' quality of life. The starting salary for this role is $51,000.00, reflecting our commitment to valuing skilled professionals. Your contributions will not only solve pressing problems but also drive the city toward forward-thinking initiatives that leave a lasting impact. You will be offered great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, and Paid Time Off. Become a part of a professional culture that thrives on energy and creativity, and take the next step in your planning career with us. What's your day like? As a Planner II with the City of Pharr, you will play an essential role in facilitating the timely and organized development of both commercial and residential subdivisions. Operating under general planning direction, you will support various city departments in managing mid-level responsibilities associated with significant planning and community development projects. This position demands a high level of expertise as you conduct thorough research analysis and present data effectively to stakeholders. Your contributions will ensure that development initiatives align with the city's vision, fostering growth and enhancing community well-being while demonstrating our commitment to professional and innovative planning practices. What you need to be successful To excel as a Planner II with the City of Pharr, candidates should possess a robust understanding of planning principles and practices, particularly in areas such as transportation, land use, and affordable housing. Familiarity with subdivision construction and the development process is essential, alongside basic civil engineering knowledge regarding grading, drainage, and utility improvements. A grasp of urban planning, economics, sociology, and municipal finance is vital for informed community development. Mastery of research methodologies and data collection is necessary, as is the ability to interpret and apply city codes related to construction and infrastructure. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, GIS, and internet applications is required. Strong oral and written communication skills are crucial for interacting with city employees, contractors, and the public. Candidates must demonstrate effective time management and initiative, be capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously, and work both independently and collaboratively, using mature judgment and keen listening skills to ensure compliance and successful project outcomes. Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of planning.
• Knowledge of relevant specialization such as transportation, land use, or affordable housing is desired.
• Knowledge of subdivision construction and the subdivision development process.
• Basic knowledge of civil engineering principles relating to a variety of plat review discipline including grading and drainage street improvements, water, sewer, and fire protection.
• Knowledge of the principles of urban planning, economics, sociology and municipal finance as they apply to planning and community development.
• Knowledge of City codes related to building, construction, plumbing, gas electricity and related fields.
• Knowledge of computer software: Microsoft Office, Internet applications and GIS.
• Must be able to effectively communicate orally with other city employees, contractors, engineers and other governmental groups or the public on face-to-face or using a telephone.
• Ability to review plans and apply provisions of the ordinances and codes to determine compliance with such regulations and to apply regulations to field conditions.
• Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment as needed.

Join our team today! If you think this job is a fit for what you are looking for, great! We're excited to meet you! Must pass a thorough criminal background check due to the sensitivity of the information handled by this position.