Salary: $103,303.02 - $114,027.20 Annually
Location : Hutto City Hall, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Department: Development Services
Opening Date: 07/07/2026
Closing Date: 8/7/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Exempt

Position Overview

Title: Planning Manager
Department: Development Services
Status: Full-Time
FLSA: Exempt

POSITION OVERVIEW
Under the general supervision of the Director of Development Services, the Planning Manager is responsible for the planning, administering, and coordinating both short- and long-range community development and improvement programs and projects; gathering, interpreting, and preparing materials for planning studies, reports, and making recommendations pertaining to land-use control, environmental impact and annexation studies and coordinating pertinent grant fund projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Serves as liaison and performs all necessary functions in support of the Planning and Zoning Commission;
• Provides necessary information and reports for the Planning and Zoning Commission, City Council, Historic Commission, and Zoning Board of Adjustment and various other boards and commissions as may be required.
• Provides management assistance on department-related issues.
• Conducts special studies relating to planning and zoning and implements goals of the Comprehensive Plan.
• Reviews and recommends changes/additions to city's Unified Development Code.
• Coordinates planning input from other departments, organizes schedules, and participates in meetings and hearings.
• Reviews quasi-judicial land-use and development applications.
• Reviews special permit and license applications pertaining to such documents as minor modifications, demolition permit requests in the historic district, signs etc.; approves those applications under the incumbent jurisdiction and forwards all others, with appropriate recommendations, to City council or designated official for approval.
• Organizes and implements effective, trackable procedures for reviewing and processing approved and projected development plans and construction to assure compliance with city building codes and supplements, zoning ordinances, environmental laws and regulations, and other regulatory requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
Knowledge of short and long-range community development
Knowledge of Unified Development Codes
Skilled in municipal planning
Skilled in reviewing land-use and development applications
Ability to manage planners
Ability to provide necessary information to Planning and Zoning and other Commissions
Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and the public

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES & EXPERIENCE
Graduate of an accredited four (4) year college or university; Master's preferred OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Minimum of three (3) years experience in a municipality; Supervisory experience preferred
AICP Certification required

CORE VALUES
This position requires an individual to align with and maintain the standard as set by our organization's Core Values:
Integrity- Communicating honestly, being accountable, upholding moral principles, and supporting our organization's values
Collaboration- Showing teamwork is equally as cherished as individual achievements by celebrating positive outcomes together
Consistency- Producing an accomplished standard of work in the workplace
Servant leadership- Actively listening to exert a positive influence
Mutual respect- Valuing opportunity, unique contributions, and each other
Forward-thinking- Considering needs, listening to team members, and thinking innovatively
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
At the City of Hutto we are committed to a comprehensive benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance. We offer free medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability for employees, and the ability to purchase plans for family members. The City of Hutto also provides:

• 2:1 Retirement contributions at 7% to Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
• 14-Paid Holidays
• Bilingual and Miscellaneous Certification Pay
• 3 Weeks Paid Vacation Per Year
• Education Reimbursement
• Paid Sick leave
• Hybrid Work Available
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flex Time

01

Do you currently possess an American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification?

• Yes
• No

02

Please indicate your years of experience working for a municipal (city or town) government:

• Less than 2 years
• 3 - 5 years
• 6 - 10 years
• More than 10 years

Required Question