Summary

Duties include managing a variety of zoning, subdivision plat, landscape plan and development plan applications; verifying zoning for various customers; drafting amendments to the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances; providing assistance to citizens, outside agencies and City personnel regarding utilization of land and physical facilities; conducting research; compiling and analyzing data; preparing maps, graphics and reports; and similar current planning duties.  Any combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in urban planning or a related field; and five years of relevant experience required. A résumé must be submitted with application.

Full Job Description

The full job description for this position and all other City of Irving job classifications are available online. 

Culture

The Planning Department oversees the development and implementation of the Comprehensive Plan (which expresses the shared community vision for the future of the city, and directs community action towards achieving that vision) and other plans for specific neighborhoods such as the Las Colinas Urban Center and Heritage Crossing. The Planning Department also works with land owners, residents and builders on the development of properties through administration of the Zoning Ordinance (which defines how property can be used) and Subdivision/Platting Regulations (which govern dividing or combining property for sale or construction), and for administering beautification programs for businesses along major corridors such as Irving Boulevard and a home improvement program for houses in the Hospital District and Austin Heights. This team also maintains statistical information about Irving including population, demographics, housing, employment and other data.
The Planning Department works closely with the Planning and Zoning Commission, which is a board made up of volunteers who advise City Council on land use related decisions. More information about this board can be found on the City Secretary’s website.

The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The City of Irving is dedicated to making diversity and inclusivity a priority, to continually refine and develop best practices, and to foster a participatory government. The city also acknowledges that its employees’ diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.

Supplemental Information

THOSE WHOSE DATE OF HIRE (START DATE) IS FEBRUARY 19, 2023 THROUGH JULY 31, 2024, ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A HIRING INCENTIVE!
   

• Individuals hired into this position will receive $1000 after their first 30 days of employment provided there are no documented attendance or disciplinary issues.
• Employees that successfully complete their 6-month orientation period will receive an additional one-time payment of $1000 provided there are no documented attendance or disciplinary issues.
• Employees that successfully complete one year of employment without
  documented attendance or disciplinary issues will receive an additional one-time payment of $1000.
• The maximum amount of hiring incentive that an individual employee may receive is $3,000.

Benefits

For full-time employees, the City of Irving offers competitive health benefits and also participates in TMRS. More information can be found online at https://www.cityofirving.org/657/Benefits-Summaries.

Application

Please apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofirving/jobs/4480449/planner