• Staff Planner/ Senior Planner

    City of College Station (College Station, TX)


    Staff Planner/ Senior Planner

     

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    Staff Planner/ Senior Planner

     

    Salary

     

    $61,614.00 - $105,795.00 Annually

     

    Location

     

    College Station, TX

     

    Job Type

     

    Full Time

     

    Job Number

     

    2502491

     

    Department

     

    Planning & Development Services

     

    Opening Date

     

    12/10/2025

     

    Closing Date

     

    1/23/2026 11:59 PM Central

     

    Hiring Range

     

    $61,614.00-$81,109.50

     

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    Description

    Staff Planner Hiring Range: $61,614.00- $70,856.00

     

    Senior Planner Hiring Range: $70,530.00 - $81,109.00

     

    Under general direction the Staff Planner/Senior Planner, manages planning & development projects, which includes research, analysis, preparing plans, reports, studies, and presentation of data.

    Principal Duties

    + Conduct technical reviews of development proposals. Interact with applicants, design professionals, City staff, and general public. Conduct inspections, prepare staff reports, and make formal presentations to City Council, City Boards, and Commissions.

    + Prepare special reports and projects for the Planning and Zoning Commission and/or City Council as directed. Present reports and information to boards and commissions.

    + Assist in the study design, data collection and analysis, public meeting facilitation, development, and implementation of long-range planning projects.

    + Create ordinance amendments as directed.

    + Assist internal and external customers by providing information concerning city planning, growth, and development trends.

    + Participate in a regular rotation of "Planner On Call." Assist in promoting and participating in public education and awareness of urban planning.

    + Participate in divisional training duties:

    + Assist with training coworkers as required –Staff Planner

    + Assume leadership role in training of coworkers, serving as a mentor to staff planning and supervising intern as directed –Senior Planner*

    + Perform other related duties as assigned.

    Qualifications

    Staff Planner

    Required:

    Bachelor's Degree in urban planning, urban design, architecture, or related field; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Proven written and oral communication abilities. Ability to comprehend and apply multiple ordinances and policies. Ability to exercise good judgment, tact, and diplomacy in all public interactions.

    Preferred:

    Master's degree in urban planning or a related field. One or more years of work experience in urban planning or a related field and/or civil service. Knowledge of principles and practices of city planning as they pertain to urban development and zoning, and demonstrated experience in applying these principles and practices. AICP designation.

     

    Senior Planner

    Required:

    Bachelor's Degree in urban planning, urban design, architecture, land & property development, or related field and (3) three years successful experience in planning or a planning related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience. AICP designation or the ability to obtain AICP designation within 18 months. Knowledge of principles and practices of city planning as they pertain to urban development and zoning, and demonstrated experience in applying these principles and practices. Ability to comprehend and apply multiple ordinances and policies. Ability to exercise good judgment, tact, and diplomacy in all public interactions. Proven written and oral communication abilities.

    Preferred:

    Master's degree in urban planning or a related field. One (1) or more years of supervisory experience. Knowledge and experience in long-range planning as well as development review.

     

    Supplemental Information

     

    Please note: Individuals that do not meet the minimum requirements for the Senior Planner will be considered for hire as a Staff Planner, provided the minimum requirements are met.

     

    Position open until filled or closing date.

     

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    An Equal Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer

    APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

    www.cstx.gov/careers

     

    [email protected]

     

    We offer a comprehensive benefits package to include; Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Parental Leave, TMRS-Retirement (2:1 matching), Deferred Compensation, Term Life AD&D, Dependent Life, Flex Benefits, an Employee Health Clinic & Educational Assistance. .

     

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    Please provide additional information that describes your knowledge and skills as it relates to this position.

     

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    Do you possess a degree in urban planning, urban design, architecture, or related field?

     

    + Yes, I possess a Bachelor's Degree.

    + Yes, I possess a Maser's Degree.

    + Not at this time.

     

    03

     

    Do you possess an AICP designation?

     

    + Yes

    + No

     

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    Do you possess knowledge of planning and program development? If yes, please explain.

     

    05

     

    How does this position align with your personal career goals and career progression?

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    Employer

     

    City of College Station

     

    Address

     

    1101 Texas Avenue

     

    College Station, Texas, 77840

     

    Phone

     

    979-764-3517

     

    Website

     

    http://cstx.gov/careers

     

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