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Job Description
Summary
Provides high level senior planning and project management services to develop and implement comprehensive plans affecting land use, historic landmark designations, utilization of land and physical facilities, zoning and transportation issues by performing the following:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Prepares reports for Board and Commissions, and responsible for timely agenda postings.
- Facilitating responding to inquiries on requests for zoning changes, plan amendments, certificate of appropriateness within the historic district.
- Compiles and analyzes data on economic, social, and physical factors affecting land use, and prepares graphics and narrative reports to present to Boards and Commissions.
- Develops comprehensive plans, zoning ordinances, and land-use studies to align with city goals.
- Manages planning projects, reviewing site plans and plats, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Coordinates public meetings, engaging with stakeholders, and integrating community input into planning initiatives.
- Conducts data analysis for urban development, environmental impact, and growth trends; preparing reports and presentations for Boards and Commissions.
- Leads planners and coordinates with other departments on interdisciplinary projects.
- Other duties may be assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Directly supervises employees in the Planning Division. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelors in Urban and Regional Planning, Master’s preferred; or four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
CNU, AICP or AIA preferred. A valid Class C driver’s license with a clean driving record is required for this position. Driving is a requirement of this position.
The City of Lancaster offer a complete benefits packeage to full-time employees which includes: health care; paid holidays, vacation time, sick leave, retirement, longevity, tuition reimbersemet and more.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Lancaster
Show moreHistorical Overview
The first settlement made in the Lancaster community was in September 1844 by Roderick Rawlins. Mr. Rawlins and other members of his party had secured "headrights" from the Republic of Texas. Read on...
Location
Located in the Southwest portion of Dallas County, the City of Lancaster is approximately 15 minutes south of Dallas and is well situated to access the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex, one of the largest and most diverse in the nation. Read on...
Lancaster offers the perfect blend of open farmland, rolling hills, creeks, and woodlands, with home prices ranging from $160,000 to $600,000. Our community features tree-shaded neighborhoods, an excellent public library, a Senior Life Center, and over 600 acres of parks, including a municipal golf course and the Lancaster Visitors Center and State Auxiliary Museum.
Ideally located for commuting within the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, Lancaster provides easy access to major highways and is close to DART light rail, Dallas Love Field, and DFW International Airport. The city also boasts a regional airport and an industrial park with rail access. Educational opportunities abound with nearby campuses of Dallas College, Cedar Valley College, and the University of North Texas at Dallas, while the Lancaster Independent School District (LISD), the first district-wide STEM district in Texas, offers award-winning education.
Lancaster features diverse shopping, dining, and recreational opportunities, including a 100-acre Community Park with a recreation center, indoor aquatic facility, fishing pier, and outdoor athletic facilities, as well as the Bear Creek Nature Preserve. With a vibrant mix of amenities and a strong sense of community, Lancaster is the ideal place to live, work, and play!
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