Planner/Scheduler

Overview

The Public Works Planner/Scheduler will organize all street work and repairs, while investigating and prioritizing all work orders. This position will collaborate with foremen and coordinators to schedule crews, ensure equipment and materials are on site and available for projects.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all complaints and work orders

• Communicate professionally with internal and external customers

• Investigate complaints determining how best to solve and provide solutions

• Input work orders, schedule the work, and follow up with complainants with resolutions, estimated project start date, and completion

• Assist the Foremen with their lists of 311 work orders (repairs to Potholes, Base Failures, Utility Cuts, and Curb & Gutter)

• Investigate and prioritize based on severity, safety risks, traffic impact, and crew availabilities

• Respond to emails from 311/ the City's Communication Department, and always communicate with the public in a professional manner

• Monitor inventory and take the lead on procurement of materials, small equipment, tools, PPE, and incidentals

• Obtain vendor quotes, submit to procurement, and follow up as needed until product arrival

• Assist with morning dispatch, help assemble crews, and ensure equipment is ready

• Use all Microsoft Office apps, and learn new software applications as needed

• Proficient in OpenGov's Cartegraph to assist with workflow organization, assignments, resource allocation, dally data entry, and tasks' completion

• Attend all meetings and trainings

• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Exempt - Full-Time - 40-hour work week

• Must be available to work additional hours as needed

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement

• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS)

• Three (3) years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hiring

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes

• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

• Drug Screening: Yes

• Physical Exam: Yes

• FBI Background Check: No

• Police Background Check: No

• Clearing House Query (CDL): Nio

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi

The City of Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

Closing Date/Time: April 14, 2026

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• City of Corpus Christi

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