Senior Planner - Citywide Planning and Regional Planning
Salary
$59,000.24 - $87,207.12 Annually
Location
100 W HOUSTON ST, SAN ANTONIO, 78205, TX
Job Type
4A Full-Time
Job Number
2026-01023
Department
Planning & Community Dev
Opening Date
05/28/2026
Closing Date
6/28/2026 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded
No
FLSA Status
Exempt
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
Job Summary
The City of San Antonio is looking to fill multiple Senior Planner positions within the Planning Department for Citywide Planning and Regional Planning Divisions.
Under general direction, is responsible for performing complex planning and supervisory work, responsible for the supervision of a section within the Citys Planning Department. Responsibilities include the development of recommendations on planning and zoning issues, staffing of boards and committees and the review of work performed by subordinate planners. Working conditions are primarily in an office environment. May exercise direct supervision over assigned staff.
Work Location
City Tower - 100 W. Houston Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
Work Hours
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday; may include evening and weekend hours to attend community meetings and public hearings.
Essential Job Functions
- Conducts special studies on projects such as land use and zoning plans.
- Conducts updates to the Citys Comprehensive Plan and various components of the plan.
- Prepares written reports and makes presentations at public and community meetings and boards and commissions.
- Provides technical support to boards, commissions and committees.
- Supervises, trains and evaluates assigned staff members.
- Oversees the preparation and reproduction of publications issued by the Department.
- Makes recommendations to other City Departments.
- Responds to requests for information from management, officials and the public.
- Reviews, coordinates and evaluates plat and development plan applications.
- Plans, organizes and conducts neighborhood meetings with residents of the rezone areas.
- Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
Job Requirements
- Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university.
- Two (2) years increasingly responsible urban planning experience to include one (1) year of supervisory or lead work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelors degree or higher in city, urban, or regional planning, geography, public administration, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
- At least two (2) years of experience in local government or private sector planning. Direct experience in urban planning and/or long-range planning strongly desired.
- American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP).
- MS Office experience.
- Strong writing skills.
- Adobe Creative Suite and graphic design experience.
- Working knowledge of ArcGIS software and analysis.
- Experience facilitating small and large work groups.
- Experience with public outreach, goal development, and document preparation for comprehensive or regional planning projects.
- Valid Class "C" Texas Drivers License.
Applicant Information
- Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
- Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
- Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
- If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of principles and practices used in all phases of urban planning.
- Knowledge of zoning regulations and procedures.
- Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws, regulations and ordinances pertaining to planning and zoning.
- Knowledge of engineering, surveying and drafting concepts and principles.
- Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
- Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
- Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, management and the public.
- Ability to develop complex written reports and make presentations.
- Ability to analyze complex data and develop recommendations.
Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.
For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:
http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp
Note:
- Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
- Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.
Additional Information
The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.
If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.
01
The starting salary for this position is $59,000.24. Are you willing to accept the base pay for this position?
02
Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?
- Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
- Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
- No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.
03
Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?
04
Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SAR2W) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?
- Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
- Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
- Yes - Both Programs
- No
05
Do you have a Bachelors degree or higher in city, urban, or regional planning, geography, public administration, or a related field?
- Yes - Bachelors Degree
- Yes - Masters Degree
- No
06
What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?
- Some High School
- High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
- 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
- 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
- Associates Degree from an accredited college or university
- 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
- 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
- Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
- Masters Degree from an accredited college or university
- PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
- None of the above
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How many years of increasingly responsible experience do you have in urban planning?
- None
- Less than one year
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How many years of supervisory or lead work experience do you have in urban planning?
- None
- Less than one year
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years
- 5 years +
09
Do you have a valid Drivers License?
10
This posting will be used to fill multiple positions within the Planning Department. Please select the preferred Division(s) you are interested in:
- Citywide Planning Division
- Regional Planning Division
11
Are you a Member of the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)?
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How many years of experience do you have in updating Comprehensive Master Plans?
- None
- Less than one year
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How many years of experience do you have with document preparation for comprehensive or regional planning projects?
- None
- Less than one year
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3 years
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How many years of experience do you have with public engagement working with diverse stakeholders?
- None
- Less than one year
- 1 year
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Select any of the following rules and regulations relevant to planning and zoning in which you have beginner or intermediate-level knowledge (select all that apply):
- Principles and practices
- Regulations and procedures
- Federal, State and local laws
- Ordinances
- Engineering, surveying and drafting concepts/principles
- None of the above
16
Select any of the following items you have at least three (3) years of experience with:
- Statistical research and reports
- Budgeting procedures
- GIS mapping and analysis
- Developing work plans and schedules
- Conducting current and long-range planning projects
- Reviewing annexations
- Graphic designs concepts
- Facilitating small work groups
- Facilitating large work groups
- Public Outreach
- Document preparation for comprehensive or regional planning projects
- Reviewing plats and development plans
- Land Use Planning
- Zoning
- Rezoning
- Urban Design
- None of the above
17
Select any of the Microsoft Office applications that you have extensive experience with.
- Word
- Excel
- Access
- Power Point
- Publisher
- Visio
- Outlook
- None of the above
18
Select any of the software applications that you have extensive experience with:
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- SketchUp
- ArcGIS
- None of the above
19
Describe your experience with comprehensive planning, land use, and/or zoning. If you do not have related experience, enter "N/A."
20
Please describe a planning project you led or played a significant role in. What organization was the project for and what was your role? How was the project implemented? What was the outcome of the project? If you do not have related experience, enter "N/A."
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I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.
Required Question
Employer City of San Antonio
Address Human Resources Department
San Antonio, Texas, 78205
Phone 210-207-8705
Website http://www.sanantonio.gov/HR/CareerCenter.aspx