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About the Role
The Austin Planning Department's mission is to provide equitable, people-centered planning services and shape an Austin where everyone can thrive. In this role, you will work as part of a team to conduct background research and analysis on District planning approaches, develop draft planning reports and presentations, conduct plan area assessments, and collaborate with partners to ensure District Plans are aligned with best practices.
Responsibilities
- Perform professional planning work for the City including zoning, urban, transportation and/or site planning.
- Research information and analyze data to discover patterns and/or discrepancies.
- Write information reports and draft legal documents such as contracts, regulations, ordinance amendments, and resolutions.
- Answer citizen questions and provide assistance.
- Speak as a City representative before boards, commissions, and public groups.
- Review plats and site plans for compliance with policy codes, ordinances, and standards.
- Review traffic impact analyses.
- Provide technical advice and assistance to citizens, contractors, departments, and management.
- Coordinate meetings between consultants, the public, and city staff.
- Coordinate division/section activities with other divisions/sections.
- Interpret, explain, and enforce city policies and procedures, building/land development codes, specifications, and ordinances.
- Conduct field checks to verify data correctness.
- Review and evaluate various reports and studies.
- Maintain project files and records.
- Develop short and long-range plans.
- Seek, evaluate, and recommend the purchase of city property.
- Monitor contract expenditures.
- Plan and develop survey instruments and methodology.
- Utilize and modify computer models and statistical packages for planning applications.
- Conduct background research and analysis on District planning approaches and considerations.
- Develop draft planning reports, updates, and presentations.
- Conduct plan area assessments and resulting plan updates.
- Collaborate with plan partners to ensure District Plans and associated plans are in alignment with best practices.
- Develop plan and meeting content including text, illustrations, tables, photographs, charts, and graphs.
- Review projects for plan compliance.
- Develop and implement community engagement and outreach strategies and techniques (visual/written, virtual, and in-person).
- Identify, plan, and develop responses for risks.
- Perform other planning activities as needed to support the development of equitable planning activities in the department.
Requirements
- Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience.
- Ability to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
- Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with major coursework in Planning, Geography, Social Science, Landscape Architecture, or a planning related field.
- Three (3) years of experience in planning related work.
- Twelve (12) semester hours of relevant graduate college coursework may substitute for six (6) months of required experience with a maximum substitution of two (2) years.
- Experience in planning related work may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.
- Experience and proficiency with data analysis, interpretation, and visualization through various tools such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Microsoft Office Suite (PPT, SharePoint, Word, Excel), Power BI, SketchUp, Adobe Acrobat Pro (InDesign, Illustrator), or other.
- Proven ability to prioritize tasks effectively and manage time efficiently while supporting project planning activities and meeting established deadlines.
- Experience collaborating, communicating and facilitating dialogue with stakeholders of varying backgrounds and areas of interest, including boards and commissions, community organizations, and people whose voices have been historically excluded from planning processes.
- Experience or knowledge of planning at different scales ranging from comprehensive planning to area planning (corridor, district, neighborhood plans, station area plans, etc.) and applying principles of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility in planning work.
- Experience in technical writing for planning, including the preparation and review of area or comprehensive plans and policy documentation with a focus on land use and/or community development.
- If selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of regular job duties.
Skills
- Principles of community and urban planning
- Federal and state laws relating to planning and urban development
- Planning techniques
- City practice, policy and procedures
- Oral and written communication
- Handling multiple tasks and prioritizing
- Use of computers and related software
- Planning and organizing
- Collecting, tabulating and analyzing demographics statistics
- Applying statistical tools to data
- Maintaining a degree of confidentiality
- Giving public presentations
- Explaining and enforcing city policies
- Developing and maintaining current knowledge in procedural, ordinance, charter and changes in current job practices
- Working with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities
- Establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other city employees and the public
- Data analysis, interpretation, and visualization
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Microsoft Office Suite (PPT, SharePoint, Word, Excel)
- Power BI
- SketchUp
- Adobe Acrobat Pro (InDesign, Illustrator)
- Prioritizing tasks effectively
- Managing time efficiently
- Collaborating, communicating and facilitating dialogue with stakeholders
- Technical writing for planning
- Community engagement and outreach strategies and techniques
Location
- Austin, TX
Work Type
- Hybrid
- Requires evening and weekend meetings
Experience Level
- 3 years of experience in planning related work
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Geography, Social Science, Landscape Architecture, or a planning related field
Salary/Compensations
- $31.45-$39.31
Benefits
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision
- Paid leave time
- Highly competitive retirement plan
- Training opportunities
About the Company
- At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer—we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities.
- We strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, grounding our efforts in a set of guiding principles – Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity – that anchor our delivery of services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites.
- Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee.
- Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.
- Value and Innovation: Work in an environment where employees are valued, and innovation thrives.
- Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.
- Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
- Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.
- Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
- Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.
- Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration.
- By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country.
Equal Opportunity
- 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.
- The City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
- City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.