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Austin Energy

Planner Principal (Parks and Recreation Department)

Austin Energy, Austin, Texas, us, 78716


Planner Principal (Parks and Recreation Department)

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Position Information

Posting Title:

Planner Principal (Parks and Recreation Department)Job Requisition Number:

COA092457Position Number:

117729Job Type:

Full-TimeDivision Name:

Park PlanningMinimum Qualifications

Education and/or Equivalent Experience:Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Planning, Geography, Social Science, Landscape Architecture, or a planning related field, plus six (6) years of experience in planning related work, two (2) years of which included lead or supervisory responsibilities.Twelve (12) semester hours of relevant graduate college course work may substitute for six months of required experience with a maximum substitution of two (2) years.Licenses or Certifications:

None.Notes to Applicants

The City of Austin

Parks and Recreation Department (PARD)

provides, protects and preserves a park system that promotes quality recreational, cultural and outdoor experiences for the Austin community. This position will provide planning and analytical support to the Park Planning, Land Acquisition, and Parkland Dedication Program of the Parks and Recreation Department.Application Instructions/Job Requirements

Application:

A detailed, complete application is required, and applicants must include on their Employment Record all experience (work and/or volunteer) related to this job posting – up to 10 years or more; this will be used to determine your base compensation.Skills Assessments:

Skills assessment(s) may be required as part of the recruitment process.Virtual Interviews:

PARD may conduct virtual interviews.Travel:

If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin

Driver Safety Program , you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties.Military/Veteran:

An applicant claiming Military/Veteran status must provide a copy of his or her DD-214(s), or valid comparable document, at the time of interview.Physical Requirements:

Tasks may involve bending, lifting, walking, hiking, carrying or using a force equal to lifting up to twenty (20) pounds.Pay Range

$37.63 – $47.98 per hourHours

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.May be required to work during special events, evenings, weekends & holidays.Job Close Date

10/08/2024Preferred Qualifications

Experience in reviewing site plans, subdivisions, zoning, and Planned Unit Developments for parkland dedication ordinance review.Experience in negotiating high profile plans and projects.Experience in facilitating meetings and presenting to stakeholders.Experience utilizing ESRI suite of GIS products, including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.Duties, Functions and Responsibilities

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following:Oversees coordination of division/section activities with other division/sections/departments.Reviews statistical reports and analyzed market & economic conditions.Develops short and long range plans.Serves as member of various committees, task forces, etc.Speaks as city representative before boards, commissions, public groups, etc.Answers the most complex citizen questions and provides assistance.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed:Knowledge of the principles of community and urban planning.Knowledge of federal and state laws relating to planning and urban development.Criminal Background Investigation

This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation.EEO/ADA

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation.

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