Environment & Development Planner II - NCTCOG

Environment & Development Planner II (Hybrid)

The North Central Texas Council of Governments Environment & Development Department is seeking a mid-level planner. This position will support the Upper Trinity River Transportation and storm-water Infrastructure (TSI) project and programs related to Public Works and Floodplain Management. TSI seeks to reduce future flood risk in rapidly developing communities by integrating planning for Transportation, Storm-water, and environmental needs, including green storm-water infrastructure and nature-based solutions.  More information on TSI can be found at www.nctcog.org/tsi. More information on the department can be found at www.nctcog.org/envir.

NCTCOG currently operates as a hybrid workplace. Our offices are located in Arlington, Texas.

Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to complete assigned tasks that may include, but are not limited to:

• Collecting and managing data and metadata that support TSI, including environmental data and planning and engineering documents gathered from local governments.
• Collaborating with technical partners and researching strategies to utilize state-of-the-art technology to enhance flood forecasting and warning system/s in the TSI study area.
• Recommending policies, ordinances, and incentives to incorporate flood risk reduction into local government zoning, building codes, floodplain management ordinances, planning documents, etc.
• Preparing for site visits by viewing and summarizing local government policies and planning documents and flooding and development challenges.
• Presenting at committee meetings.
• Attending meetings with technical partners and drafting meeting summaries.
• Documenting progress on project tasks.
• Assisting with project management and grant management tasks.
• Developing and maintaining contact lists.
• Supporting the Public Works Council, including the integrated Storm-water Management subcommittee and Sustainable Public Rights-of-Way subcommittee.
• Supporting the Flood Management Task Force, including recruiting meeting speakers and drafting meeting summaries.
• Utilizing Geographic Information Systems.

Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint
• Basic spreadsheet tasks
• Writing, editing, and proofreading
• Public speaking
• Grant management
• Managing shifting priorities
• Attention to detail
• ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in city and regional planning, environmental studies, geography, or similar
• Over one year up to and including three years of related work experience in the environment and development fields and/or local government operations

Preferred Certifications

• AICP, CFM

 To be considered for any other NCTCOG position that may currently be open, applicants need to apply online separately for those postings. All submittals should include a cover letter summarizing work experience, as well as a current resume.

NCTCOG is a voluntary association of, by and for local governments, and was established to assist local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit, and coordinating for sound regional development.  NCTCOG's purpose is to strengthen both the individual and collective power of local governments and to help them recognize regional opportunities, eliminate unnecessary duplication, and make joint decisions. 

The agency offers generous benefits, a friendly atmosphere with open communications for cooperative decision making, and challenging opportunities.  The environment encourages both individual and team growth, responsibility, and innovation.

NCTCOG is recognized as a military-friendly employer and values the knowledge, experience, and skills acquired during your military service career. All qualified veterans are invited to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Background Check & Drug Testing:
All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. NCTCOG is committed to a safe and drug free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping NCTCOG safe and drug free. In order to receive an offer of employment from NCTCOG, selected candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background check and drug screening.

E-Verify:
The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.