Planner III (Zero Waste)

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Planning, Geography, Social Science, Landscape Architecture, or a planning related field, plus three (3) years of experience in planning related work.
• Twelve (12) semester hours of relevant graduate college course work may substitute for six (6) months of required experience with a maximum substitution of two (2) years.
• Experience in planning-related work may substitute for education up to the maximum of four (4) years.

Licenses and Certifications Required:
None.
Notes to Applicants
Austin Resource Recovery ( ARR ) provides essential services that protect people and our planet. The City of Austin has committed to achieving zero waste by the year 2040, an initiative that requires new thinking, policy, and communications about the way we buy, use and dispose of everyday items. This position is part of the Ordinance Implemenation and Outreach team that is responsible for the implementation of the Universal Recycling Ordinacnace, Construction and Demolition Recycling Ordinace, and Zero Waste Business Rebate. This position will:

1. Manage and analyze data to discover patterns or discrepancies.
2. Write reports and memorandums.
3. Answer community questions and provide assistance.
4. Speak before boards, commissions, and public groups.
5. Review and interprets City policies and procedures.
6. Review ordinance required forms submitted by the public.
7. Manage and collect data related to performance measures.

Application: Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meet the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are Candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview.

This posting may be used to fill other similar positions within Austin Resource Recovery outside of the division listed above

A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Your application should reflect your complete employment history (to include all job duties responsibilities and employment dates) on your online application. Be sure to provide job titles and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (e.g., “see resume” or “see Linked In Profile”). The responses to the supplemental questions inquiring about experience should be reflected on your application.

If you are selected to interview: Candidates selected to interview will receive information and instructions for preparing a short presentation to be given at the time of the interview.

If you are selected as a top candidate: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution and proof of your professional licenses or certifications.

90-Day Provision for Additional Vacancy: This posting may be used to fill other similar positions within Austin Resource Recovery outside of the division listed above.

Nepotism Policy: The City of Austin Nepotism Policy states, “No person, regardless of job title or length of tenure with the City, shall be employed in a position in which the relative has direct or indirect supervisory authority regarding the terms and conditions of their relative’s employment.”

Virtual Interviews: Austin Resource Recovery may conduct virtual interviews.

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.

Physical Requirements: Tasks may involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying or using a force equal to lifting up to twenty (20) pounds. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Benefits: Working with the City of Austin at Austin Resource Recovery ( ARR ) provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information.

This position is eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSLF ) Program. This is a federal program designed to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans upon meeting program requirements.

Military/Veteran: Veteran candidates will be required to provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of interview.

Tobacco and Vape-Free Workplace: All Austin Resource Recovery locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any ARR worksite - including parking lot or in any personal vehicle located on the premises.

EEO /AA:
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.
Pay Range
$29.23 - $36.54 per hour

Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Employee may be required to work some early mornings (6:00 am), after hours and some weekends due to business needs.
Job Close Date 01/10/2025 Type of Posting External Department Austin Resource Recovery Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 1520 Rutherford Lane Bldg 1, Austin, Texas 78754 Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Experience or education in sustainability, zero waste, circular economy, or a related field.
• Experience maintaining and analyzing data to create recommendations or identify efficiencies.
• Experience developing educational resources or presenting complex information to diverse audiences.

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.

Researches information as requested and/or needed. Analyzes data to discover patterns and/or discrepancies. Writes information reports. Writes/drafts legal documents, i.e. contracts, regulations, ordinance amendments, resolutions, etc. Answers citizen questions and provide assistance. Speaks as City representative before boards, commissions, public groups, etc. Reviews plats and site plans for compliance with policy codes, ordinances, standards, etc. Reviews traffic impact analyses. Provides technical advice and assistance to citizens, contractors, departments, management, etc. Coordinates meetings between consultants, public, etc. and city staff. Coordinates division/section activities with other divisions/sections. Interprets/explains/enforces city policies and procedures, building/land development codes specifications, ordinances, etc. Conducts field checks to verify correctness of data. Reviews and evaluates various reports and studies. Maintain project files and records. Develops short/long range plans. Seeks/evaluates/recommends purchase of city property. Monitor contract expenditures. Plans and develops survey instruments, i.e. questionnaires, rating scales, etc., and methodology for use. Utilizes and modifies computer models and statistical packages for planning application.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

Perform as Lead Case Manager. May coordinate the activities of other planners.
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.

• Knowledge of the principles of community and urban planning.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws relating to planning and urban development.
• Knowledge of planning techniques.
• Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in use of computers and related software.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Skill in collecting, tabulating and analyzing demographics statistics.
• Ability to work under the pressure of rigid and/or short work cycle.
• Ability to apply statistical tools to data.
• Ability to maintain a degree of confidentially.
• Ability to give public presentations..
• Ability to explain and enforce city policies.
• Ability to develop and maintain current knowledge in procedural, ordinance, charter and changes in current job practices.
• 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 does not require 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 (*).
* This position requires graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with major coursework in Planning, Geography, Social Science, Landscape Architecture, or a planning related field, plus three (3) years of experience in planning related work. Twelve (12) semester hours of relevant graduate college course work may substitute for six (6) months of required experience with a maximum substitution of two (2) years. Experience in planning related work may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years. Do you meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

* Please provide a brief description of how you meet the minimum qualifications listed for this position - to include, meeting the educational requirements, years of related experience and substitutions.
(Open Ended Question)
* This position will require you to be able to work outside of a normal schedule of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for community outreach and other business needs. Do you agree to this condition of employment?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?

• Yes
• No

* What is your experience in zero waste, circular economy, or related fields of environmental sustainability? In your answer please include which position on your application where you gained this experience and what specific role you played. If you do not have this experience, please put N/A.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience maintaining and analyzing data to create recommendations or identify efficiencies. If you do not have this experience, please put N/A.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience developing educational resources or presenting complex information to diverse audiences. If you do not have this experience, please put N/A.
(Open Ended Question)
* How did you hear about this opportunity? (The information requested is optional and is not considered as part of the application for employment.)

• Employee Referral
• Online Advertising/Media
• Austin Resource Recovery Job Fair
• Workforce Solutions Job Fair
• Community job fair
• COA Website
• Other

Optional & Required Documents

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