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The Texas General Land Office is seeking a Planner II-III (Planner) within the Community Development Revitalization Department of the agency.Planner II: Performs routine (journey-level) to advanced work in planning, policy development, research, data analysis, and coordination, aligned with the State Auditorand#8217;s Office classifications for Plannerand#8239;II or Plannerand#8239;III based on qualifications and demonstrated competency. Employees in this role support the development of planning products, assist with regulatory research and program documentation, and contribute to analytical and reporting activities. Work is conducted under general supervision at the Plannerand#8239;II level and under limited supervision at the Plannerand#8239;III level, with increasing independence as experience and proficiency grow.Planner III: Performs highly complex (senior-level) to advanced work in planning, policy development, research, data analysis, and coordination, aligned with the State Auditorand#8217;s Office classifications for Plannerand#8239;II or Plannerand#8239;III based on qualifications and demonstrated competency. Employees in this role support the development of planning products, assist with regulatory research and program documentation, and contribute to analytical and reporting activities. Work is conducted under general supervision at the Plannerand#8239;II level and under limited supervision at the Plannerand#8239;III level, with increasing independence as experience and proficiency grow.The position operates within the Policy Planning Branch of GLOand#8209;CDR, supporting the development of CDBGand#8209;DR and CDBGand#8209;MIT Action Plans and Amendments, scoring methodologies, regulatory documentation, and program frameworks. The Planner assists in preparing policy materials; integrating analytical and geospatial data into planning products; and ensuring alignment with HUD regulations, state requirements, and internal Branch controls. The role works collaboratively with Program Operations, Monitoring, Compliance, GIS/Data, Communications, and other CDR teams to produce planning materials that are accurate, welland#8209;organized, consistent, and auditand#8209;ready.Our Mission:The Texas General Land Office primarily serves the schoolchildren, veterans, and the environment of Texas. The agency does so by preserving our history, maximizing state revenue through innovative administration, and through the prudent stewardship of state lands and natural resources.What Your Contributions to the GLO Will be:and#8226; Conducts policy and regulatory research to inform the development and documentation of scoring methodologies, evaluation criteria, and program eligibility structures. Reviews and interprets HUD guidance, Federal Register Notices, and other applicable regulations to ensure compliance and consistency across planning materials. Prepares policy summaries, regulatory crosswalks, and supporting documentation to enhance defensibility, transparency, and alignment with Branch standards.and#8226; Drafts and refine components of CDR Action Plans, Amendments, program descriptions, eligibility requirements, and planning frameworks under the direction of senior planners and Branch leadership. Ensures all drafted materials are accurate, welland#8209;organized, compliant with HUD requirements, and aligned with internal controls, established processes, and program objectives. Supports the creation of auditand#8209;ready planning documentation by maintaining clarity, version control, and consistent terminology across assigned sections.and#8226; Supports the integration of demographic, hazard, housing, andprogram data into planning documentation. Prepares tables, charts, summaries, and narrative explanations to improve the clarity and usability of planning products. Conducts qualityand#8209;assurance reviews of data used in scoring processes and Action Plan narrative sections. Coordinates with GIS and Analytics staff to ensure all incorporated data elements are accurate, consistent, and properly documented. Develops and maintains proficiency in TIGR, as required, to input and manage CDBGand#8209;DR and CDBGand#8209;MIT programs and associated budgets reflected in GLO Action Plans and Amendments, in accordance with Policy Planning Branch governance and direction from CDR management.and#8226; Partners with teams across GLOand#8209;CDR to translate policy and program requirements into workflows, documentation structures, and internal controls. Coordinates with Program Operations, Monitoring, Compliance, Communications, and GIS to ensure alignment between policy intent and operational implementation. Participates in internal planning meetings and workgroups to gather information, support decisionand#8209;making, and enhance crossand#8209;department coordination.
Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications:and#8226; Bachelorand#8217;s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Policy, Urban Planning, Public Administration, Geography, Economics, Political Science, or related field.and#8226; Salary and classification are dependent on qualifications:- Planner II - Two (2) or more additional years of experience in planning, policy development, regulatory analysis, grant administration, or related analytical work.- Planner III - Three (3) or more additional years of experience in planning, policy development, regulatory analysis, grant administration, or related analytical work.and#8226; Experience researching and interpreting regulations or policy guidance.and#8226; Experience preparing technical documents, reports, or analytical materials.and#8226; Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.Preferred Qualifications: and#8226; Experience collaborating across multidisciplinary teams (policy, GIS, compliance, operations).and#8226; Experience drafting Action Plans, Amendments, or regulatory documentation.and#8226; Experience retrieving and working with large datasets.and#8226; Experience supporting scoring methodologies or program eligibility frameworks.and#8226; Experience with Microsoft 365 and the Microsoft Power Platform.and#8226; Familiarity with grant management systems (e.g., TIGR, DRGR, or similar platforms).and#8226; Strong attention to detail and technical writing skills.and#8226; Upper-level education and experience in data analysis.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:and#8226; Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.and#8226; Ability to evaluate planning materials and conduct research to support program decisions.and#8226; Ability to maintain regular attendance and adhere to established work schedules.and#8226; Knowledge of government organization and administrative processes.and#8226; Knowledge of principles, objectives, and procedures related to governmental planning, programming, and research.and#8226; Skill in applying statistical tools, analyzing data, and developing effective solutions.and#8226; Skill in preparing reports and collecting, evaluating, and interpreting demographic and statistical information.and#8226; Skill in troubleshooting system issues and identifying root causes.and#8226; Skill in using computers and multiple applicable software platforms.Physical Requirements:This position requires the employee to primarily perform sedentary office work; however, mobility (moving around the worksite) is routinely required to carry out some duties. This position requires extensive computer, telephone and client/ customer contact and communication. It requires the ability to move and position oneself as needed for filing and similar routine of
