To be considered, please complete an application through the City's website. Resumes sent via email will not be considered. https://www.cibolotx.gov/government/people___performance/employment_opportunities.php 

The City of Cibolo is seeking a highly motivated Senior Planner to oversee and manage the review, processing, and administration of subdivision and zoning applications. This role is critical in ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations while facilitating efficient development and land use planning. This role would be recommending/advising/assisting developers, property owners, and the public through the development process; preparing technical reports and carrying out other work as assigned. Experience working within Texas jurisdiction is preferred, as familiarity with Texas state laws and local practices is essential for success.

Find the job description here. 

This role also promotes and exhibits the City’s core values in daily behavior – Professional Development, Accountability, Respect, Teamwork, and Integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Application Review & Compliance:
  • Review, evaluate, and process subdivision and zoning applications to ensure adherence to all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.
  • Coordinate with planning, engineering, and legal departments to verify that development proposals meet regulatory requirements.
• Public & Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for developers, property owners, and community members regarding zoning inquiries and permit status.
  • Organize and facilitate public hearings, meetings, and workshops to discuss project proposals and gather community input.
• Documentation & Record Keeping:
  • Maintain accurate records of applications, permits, and approved plans.
  • Update and manage zoning maps, records, and databases using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) where applicable.
• Regulatory Interpretation & Enforcement:
  • Interpret and enforce local zoning ordinances and subdivision regulations consistently and fairly.
  • Provide guidance and technical assistance to ensure that new developments and existing properties comply with established guidelines.
• Collaboration & Reporting:
  • Collaborate with local government agencies, developers, consultants, and the planning department to streamline application processes.
  • Prepare detailed reports, recommendations, and documentation for council meetings and public presentations.
• People & Performance
  • Manage a team of young professionals and work on training and professional development opportunities. 
  • Supervise and evaluate subordinate staff, including communicating job expectations, coaching, counseling and discipline of employees, encouraging teamwork. 

Your Type: You look for an organization that is guided by core values like Professional Development, Accountability, Respect, Teamwork, and Integrity. You’re attracted to an organization that is made up of extremely passionate and purpose-oriented people. You find excitement in an organization that has a strong vision that is committed to enhancing the quality and characteristics typical of a City of Choice. Your ideal organization is one that has a foundation built on trust and transparency.

While salary isn’t everything, you would like to work for an organization that offers a competitive compensation package with great benefits dedicated to optimizing a better you! You look for an organization that sees their people as their most valuable asset. Your ideal organization to work for is one that has a philosophy that focuses on investing in their people on both a professional and personal level. 

You admire an organization where everyone’s expertise and skill are valued and expectations for continuing to excel as an organization are shared by all. You work best in an organization who fosters an environment where you enjoy serving the public and your teammates collaborate.

If this seems like your type, keep reading. 

Our Type: Our next Senior Planner understands tactful and courteous communication with members of the public. We are looking for a candidate that can supervise and evaluate subordinate staff, including communicating job expectations, coaching, counseling and discipline of employees, encouraging teamwork. Strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment is critical for success in the role, as are high levels of accuracy, timeliness, and dependability. We are looking for someone who can provide exceptional customer service for a variety of coworkers, supervisors and the public with professionalism and patience.

If you can do those things, meet the expectations of duties listed in the included job description, and meet the following requirements, we would be happy to speak with you:

• Must have a valid Texas Class C driver’s license.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, Urban/Regional/Community Planning, Public Administration, Urban Studies/Affairs, Architecture, Business Administration, or related field.
• At least two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in zoning administration, subdivision platting, or land development, with demonstrable expertise in reviewing and processing subdivision applications.
• Strong knowledge of zoning laws, subdivision regulations, and land use planning principles.
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification or the ability to obtain one within one (1) year is required.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Compensation: Exempt FLSA status salary range is $76,223.65 - $114,335.47 (DOE). This role includes an outstanding fringe benefits package which includes 100% fully paid employee health, vision, dental, and life insurance, generous retirement package, 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, 2 weeks of vacation, and so much more!

If you have any questions, please reach out to the People & Performance team at [email protected].

Find the job description here.