What are the responsibilities and job description for the Planning Manager position at City of Baytown?

Does land development, annexation studies, zoning amendments, complex projects, GIS maps, managing a great staff, and growing community catch your attention? Read on!

Home to approximately 82,000 residents, The City of Baytown, Texas, is a full-service municipal government situated on the north side of Galveston Bay. We are seeking an individual who experienced in and passionate about planning to join our Planning and Community Development team as Planning Manager.

The Planning Manager manages, coordinates and conducts review and processing of land development applications. Directs and supervises work performed by planners and support staff. Researches, prepares and carries out comprehensive, professional activities related to special studies (e.g., annexation studies), neighborhood plans, zoning map amendments, and the Comprehensive Plan. Leads land use, demographic and economic data gathering, research and analysis, and other special projects as assigned. Participates in the more challenging and complex projects in the development review process by acting as case manager and/or by coordinating with applicants and city departments, especially the Building Services Division and Engineering Department. Creates and maintains GIS layer data for the purposes of land use analysis or for publication to the City's online GIS maps. Prepares written and oral reports and recommendations to City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, as well as other advisory bodies.REQUIRED:
1. Bachelor's degree in City Planning or a related field from an accredited college or university.
2. Three (3) years of professional planning experience.
3. Experience with ArcMap.
4. Ability to obtain AICP within a year of employment.
5. Prior supervisory experience.
6. Valid State of Texas Driver's License with acceptable driving record.

PREFERRED:

Master's degree in City Planning or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Bilingual.
AICP certification.

Knowledge of principles and practices of city planning, including application review and process, research and analysis, preparation of area and specific plans, and zoning enforcement. Thorough knowledge of, and ability to apply, various state laws related to planning issues. Ability to evaluate applications and proposals against design and use standards, and city and planning policies. Ability to utilize geographic information systems to produce various maps for the purposes of land use analysis. Ability to work and use good judgment under stressful conditions and with frequent interruptions. Ability to get along appropriately with co-workers and the public.

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