Aoka is a third-party municipal services provider serving jurisdictions across Texas. We support local governments and private-sector partners with expert building inspections, plan reviews, zoning analysis, and code consulting - powered by our proprietary software that accelerates turnaround times and helps prevent costly development delays. As we expand our planning and zoning services, we’re seeking a knowledgeable Part-Time Planner to support our municipal partners with land-use compliance, zoning review, and development application processing. This role is ideal for a planning professional looking for flexible hours, remote work, and meaningful impact in communities across Texas.
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience in planning, zoning, land-use review, or development services
- Strong understanding of zoning ordinances, land development codes, and comprehensive planning
- Experience reviewing site plans, zoning applications, or permits
- Familiarity with GIS tools (ArcGIS, QGIS) is a strong plus
- Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Public Administration, or related field preferred
- Tech savvy and comfortable using cloud-based software and workflow tools
Responsibilities:
- Review zoning applications, site plans, and land-use proposals for compliance with municipal codes
- Prepare clear, concise review comments and recommendations for applicants and jurisdictions
- Conduct zoning research, code interpretation, and parcel-level analysis
- Support municipalities with development review workflows and customer service inquiries
- Assist with long-range planning projects, zoning amendments, and policy updates when needed
- Coordinate with internal plan reviewers, inspectors, and jurisdictional stakeholders
- Maintain records and update project status through Aoka’s software platform
- Attend virtual meetings with cities, developers, and planning teams as required
Compensation & Work Details:
- $40–$50 per hour, depending on experience
- Up to 5% company match with 401(k)
- Remote role with flexible scheduling Apply Now to Join Our Growing Team!
About Aoka
Aoka is a third-party municipal services provider serving federal, state, and local governments with code compliance, inspections, and consulting. Our proprietary software, VertexPlans, streamlines plan reviews, inspections, and reporting - ensuring faster turnaround times and better communication for our clients.
Our Values: Continuous Improvement | Diversity of Thought | Empathy | Focus
Our Vision: Using technology to reshape construction.
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Aoka is an equal opportunity employer (EEO), providing fair employment to all applicants and employees.