Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience: - Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in in Planning, Geography, Social Science, Landscape Architecture, or a planning related field, plus six (6) years of experience in planning related work, two (2) years of which included lead or supervisory responsibilities.
- Twelve (12) semester hours of relevant graduate college course work may substitute for six months of required experience with a maximum substitution of two (2) years.
Licenses or Certifications: Notes to Applicants
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW : Please learn more about our department and how we serve our community:
What does the Watershed Protection Department do? BENEFITS :
Working with the City of Austin provides a number of benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please read about the City of Austin benefits. |
Active Employee Benefits | AustinTexas.gov POSITION OVERVIEW :The Watershed Protection Department protects lives, property, and the environment of our community by reducing the impact of flooding, erosion, and water pollution. This position is part of the department’s Planning Division which includes Sustainability, Geospatial Analysis and Watershed Planning.
This position represents the department in cross-department, regional and topical planning efforts to streamline efforts and amplify the department’s mission. This position will develop a strong understanding of the existing Strategic Plan and its applications, how community feedback about the update to the plan is resulting in short term actions, and the direction plan updates are taking.
The department is currently updating our Strategic Plan to set goals, prioritize our work, and guide our decision making to tackle urgent challenges such as climate change and racial inequities within the scope of our department’s mission. The City of Austin defines equity as the condition when every member of the community has a fair opportunity to live a long, healthy, and meaningful life. The City of Austin recognizes that race is the most consistent predictor of quality-of-life outcomes in our community, and therefore we lead with racial equity.
This position does not have any direct reports, but is responsible for cultivating relationships with staff throughout the organization to gather quantitative and qualitative data to inform the creation of plans and updates to plans. They may also communicate with Department Leadership, City Council, Boards and Commissions, other City Departments, community members and the media.
The top candidate should be collaborative, enjoy problem solving, have a thorough understanding of how to incorporate Diversity Equity and Inclusion into the workplace and the into the development of plans, be able to manage competing demands and deadlines, understand how to build and maintain relationships to motivate participation in planning processes, see the intersection of our work with other missions and have a thorough understanding of City plans and planning processes.
EDUCATION :Verification of education will be conducted on the top candidate.
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION :Job Offer is contingent on completing a successful Criminal Background Investigation.
ASSESSMENT :A written assessment will be given as part of the interview process.
TRAVEL :If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin
Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
ABOUT YOUR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION (Please read carefully):
When completing the City of Austin Employment Application:
- Include details on the application of prior or current work history with the City of Austin.
- A cover letter and resume must be submitted with the employment application, but do not substitute for a complete employment application. (1 - See Notes)
- A detailed and complete employment application will help us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.
- Include any previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications and relevant experience.
- Your work history must include employer name and address, job title, supervisor’s name and phone number, the month and year of employment and detailed description of the work you performed. We do not accept “See Resume” and your application will be considered incomplete.
- Any relevant work history on the resume must be reflected in the employment application in order to be considered.
Pay Range
$37.14 - $47.35
Hours
40 hours per week, Monday - Friday with the ability for a 50% telework schedule within a two-week period. Exceptions may apply subject to the business needs of the department.
May require working outside of normal business hours, including evenings, weekends, and
holidays as dictated by business needs.
Job Close Date 06/08/2024 Type of Posting External Department Watershed Protection Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 505 Barton Springs Road, Austin, Texas 78704 Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience: - Knowledge of systemic inequities and institutional racism and experience applying principles of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility in urban planning and engagement work.
- Experience in equitable community engagement methods and incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities, including historically excluded communities, in the consideration of the impacts and outcomes of a decision-making process.
- Experience developing policy and/or program recommendations, including quantifying budgetary impacts.
- Experience working with boards, steering committees, commissions, community organizations, and Executives, including making presentations.
- Experience with developing short and long range plans, coordinating activities with other departments, and developing and revising operating procedures.
- Ability to travel to more than one work location
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Oversees coordination of division/section activities with other division/sections/departments. Develops and evaluates plans, criteria, etc. for variety of projects, programs activities, etc. Reviews statistical reports and analyzed market & economic conditions. Develops short and long range plans. Develops & revises operating procedures. Serves as member of various committees, task forces, etc. Speaks as city representative before boards, commissions, public groups, etc. Answers the most complex citizen questions and provides assistance. Provides technical advice & assistance to citizens, contractors, departments, management, etc. Develops policies and procedures. Develops & revises operating procedures. Assists in developing division/section budget. Recommends grant application approval. Manages division/section activities.
Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:- Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling and recommendation for dismissal.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
- Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
- Knowledge of the principles of community and urban planning.
- Knowledge of federal and state laws relating to planning and urban development.
- Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures. .
- Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
- Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Skill in using computers and related software.
- Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
- Skill in planning and organizing.
- Ability to make formal presentations of program and/or project recommendations.
- Ability to explain and enforce City policies.
- Ability to exercise balanced judgment in evaluation situations and making decisions.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.
Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Planner Principal position are: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in in Planning, Geography, Social Science, Landscape Architecture, or a planning related field, plus six (6) years of experience in planning related work, two (2) years of which included lead or supervisory responsibilities. Twelve (12) semester hours of relevant graduate college course work may substitute for six months of required experience with a maximum substitution of two (2) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?
* Please describe your knowledge of systemic inequalities and institutional racism and experience applying principals of inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility in environmental and/or urban planning.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe a policy or program recommendation that you have helped develop and highlight your role in the process.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience in developing and presenting information to decision makers. What role did you play?
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience with plan development. How was it informed by other plans? What changes did you make to policies and procedures through plan development?
(Open Ended Question)
* This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.
- I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.
* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?
(Open Ended Question)
Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents
