Why Team Garland?

At the City of Garland, we believe that a career in public service is not just a job; it's a calling. It's an opportunity to serve others, make a lasting impact, and be part of meaningful projects that shape every aspect of city life.

Team Garland is dedicated to building the stage where the residents of Garland can each live their best life!

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, we offer professional growth opportunities and a supportive work environment that helps you reach your full potential. As a member of Team Garland, your skills and ideas are valued; we offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits*, wellness programs, and a healthy work-life balance.

If you are ready for a career that makes a difference, apply today!

*Benefits offered are subject to change and differ based on employment type

Responsible for providing technical, administrative and customer service support to the development process.

Salary: $16.50 - $20.50 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience

• Respond to inquiries from public in regards to the development process.

• Create and maintain development case files including review of initial application for accuracy and completeness.

• Create and distribute technical review packet, prepare summary information and agendas.

• Track status of development cases. Maintain case logs, document and archive actions related to case files.

• Update and maintain official zoning map through GIS application.

• Prepare property owner lists and maps for case notification, planning reports and special projects.

• Assign and maintain street addresses and respond to citizen inquiries.

• Assist with research, data collection and field surveys.

• Assist with administrative support as needed.

• May assist with technical plan review as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Business, GIS Certificate, or Developmental Review Certificate, or two years of college work.

• 2 years related work experience

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Education/ Experience:

• Bachelor degree 2-4 years of experience in GIS applications, mapping information, database management or similar

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of Development Planning maps, processes, and methods

• Basic knowledge of City policies and ordinances related to the development process.

• Skill in utilizing software such as Desktop Publishing and Geographic Information Systems (GIS), which is intended for planning applications

• Intermediate skill in Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Word

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Class C Texas driver's license

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

The incumbent works in a typical office environment; relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Light lifting may be required. May be exposed unpleasant environmental conditions due to occasional outside work.

About Us

Team Garland consists of over 2,200 employees, spanning 700+ different roles! Garland is committed to diversity and inclusion and creating pathways to employment for all. We have an organizational culture of appreciation, development, and growth. Many of our employees choose Garland for lifelong careers. We are guided by the City's Mission, Vision, and Value Statements and a commitment to public service. Team Garland makes a difference in the Garland community every day.

Garland's vision is to be a progressive city working together to nurture and grow the economic, social, environmental, and cultural well-being of our community.

We are committed to preserve public trust, deliver quality services, promote economic growth, protect our community and enhance the quality of life for the good of our city and our future.