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Job Description
The City of Weatherford’s Development and Neighborhood Services Department is looking to hire a Planner. This position Performs a variety of entry-level to mid-level professional and technical level planning work on difficult, complex and/or sensitive planning projects and programs involving the administration, research analysis, data assembly, prepares and develops technical reports, special studies, draft regulations, grants and related documents and field work in support of the Department program for The City of Weatherford. This position will be involved in all facets of city planning, including land use, zoning, transportation, neighborhood, historical and public facility planning, maps, and presentation graphics for long range and current planning projects. If you think you’d be a good fit, we would like to hear from you.
Roles & Responsibilities Include:- Performs studies and surveys to collect data for changes or modifications to the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Prepares reports and charts in support of the data for the Director for presentation to various boards, councils, commissions, committees, and the public.
- Performs detailed research and review to determine compliance with all technical and prescribed City regulations.
- Assists in administering zoning ordinances/regulations, writes staff reports on re-zoning and conditional use requests, conducts site reviews and evaluations of proposed projects, interprets zoning regulations, meets with the public, conducts research on zoning ordinance/regulation changes.
- Administers sign code regulations, meets with business owners and sign company officials to review sign code regulations.
- Prepares variance and appeal cases at the direction of the Director for submission to the Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Adjustment.
Qualifications
• A bachelor’s degree in planning, geography, or related field. • Experience in community or urban planning is a plus; or any combination of experience, education or training that may produce the desired qualifications. • Must have valid Texas Driver’s License and driving record must meet or surpass guidelines as set forth by the City of Weatherford.
Miscellaneous Information
The City of Weatherford is a strong, progressive community of over 38,000 citizens, enjoying our small town feel with our big city amenities just outside of the Fort Worth Metroplex. We are expanding our team to continue our commitment and pride in our Strong Community philosophy as well as our inclusiveness and diversity.
Job Details
Category Development & Neighborhood Services Status Open Salary PLANNER - $60,320.00 to $66,560.00 (DOQ) Posted October 3, 2024 4:49 PM Closing Open Until Filled
Tools
- Apply Online
- New Job Notifications
- Clerical Supplemental Application
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Weatherford
Show moreWeatherford Community
Weatherford is a historic town that is proud of its tradition and history. We are known for our community and family-oriented way of life, which is why Weatherford is one of the premier places to live and visit in North Texas.
In making decisions for one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas, the City of Weatherford prides itself in working toward a unified effort with citizens to prepare for the future. Weatherford is now a premier place to live in the North Texas area and the community has helped developed a vision to balance our strong history with progressive and economic vitality. That’s why our motto is “Building a Strong Community.”
Visitors and newcomers to Weatherford will enjoy our many treasures, including a shopping district that is full of antique, boutique and specialty stores, restaurants, and entertainment. Our old-time Farmers’ Market, Chandor Gardens, First Monday Trades Days, and numerous Victorian-era homes bring visitors to our city to share in our desire to maintain our heritage as we grow toward the future. Weatherford is also becoming a destination place for many visitors because of our large-scale events. Our signature events include Spark in the Park and Holiday in the Park attracting over 30,000 people each year.
Additionally, Weatherford’s location next to the Interstate 20 corridor has attracted retail and restaurant chains for residents and visitors to enjoy. It is anticipated that Weatherford will be welcoming many more new businesses to the area within the next five years; many of which will be major developments for Parker County’s economic development vitality.
Our Growth & Future Development
Over the course of four years, the City of Weatherford has seen a population growth of over 8,000 people and we expect to double this growth number. Sitting at a current population count of 38,722, the City’s growth is attributed to our proximity to the Metroplex. The City’s major commercial and industrial employers find Weatherford attractive because we offer convenient access to the region’s major transportation and shipping infrastructure, an advantage few cities within the area can offer.
They say everything’s bigger in Texas. So, we offer unusually big opportunities for companies looking to relocate or expand. A business location here means access to a booming economy with world-class business climate, infrastructure, logistics, and workforce. There is a sense of history here, and a future that’s unlimited.
Our Mission, Vision & Goals
The City works with its citizens to “Build A Strong Community” that others can look to as a pillar of unity and excellence. Through large-scale construction and transportation plans that continue to add to the infrastructure a growing city like Weatherford needs, we’ll provide the public services our community requires to continually cultivate the unique small-town city we call home.
The City of Weather is and continues to strive to be the most livable and best managed city. We take care of our citizens, continually work to improve our neighborhoods and infrastructures as well as, the facets that make us so unique.
What we offer to our Employees:
Healthcare coverage – The City offers two plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield.
Retirement System – A 2:1 matching ratio through TMRS.
Vacation – Employees will accrue 4 weeks of paid time off (Two weeks are automatically credited to the employee’s bank after successful completion of their introductory period, usually 6 months).
Holidays – Immediately available upon hire, employees will receive paid holidays off, a service date holiday and a floating holiday.
Gym reimbursement – up to $40 a month for any gym membership or active lifestyle subscription.
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