Shad Rhoten
Weatherford,US
Summary
Highly organized and self-motivated City Planner with 16 years in municipal planning/community development complimented with extensive experience in modern planning practices and principles. Cultivates rapport with individuals to optimize project goals and output.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Planner, Zoning
City Of Fort Worth
2022.06 - 2024.04
- Spearheaded a public outreach campaign to engage local stakeholders in the planning process as it relates to zoning and land use with an emphasis on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- Performed advanced, specialized professional-level planning work including developing the vision for city growth, land use, design, infrastructure development, and preservation
- Promoted the best use for the city's land and resources for residential, commercial, mixed-use corridors and recreational purposes, and serves as a program leader
- Performed specialized, professional-level work coordinating the review of complex, multifaceted development projects including complicated permitting issues and review of subdivision and land use plans and specifications for conformance with applicable codes, rules and regulations
- Initiated and lead community meetings to provide training and resources for zoning and land use, current planning and community engagement
- Utilize ESRI ArcMap Applications to develop specialized maps for management and other staff divisions
- Respond to Division inquiries
Senior Planner
City Of Granbury
2018.02 - 2022.04
- Lead Development Review Committee in processing of subdivision plats, site plans and zoning applications
- Advise consultants and general public regarding implementation and interpretation of applicable City development regulations; supervise clearance of zoning approvals for building permits
- Proficient in generation of reports and presentations and analysis on development applications as they relate to adopted city policies, goals and objectives
- Formulate and apply comprehensive plan, municipal code, and processing procedures in review of development proposals
- Propose and draft amendments to zoning, subdivision and other development ordinances
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies
Senior Planner
City Of Burleson
2014.12 - 2018.02
- Acted as project manager for complex development applications, including analyzing and evaluating site and architectural plans, performing technical review for plans and applications and making appropriate recommendations
- Assisted with preparation, revision and update to zoning, subdivision ordinance and sign code
- Consulted with public, developers and consultants and City officials regarding drafting and implementation to the City's Old Town Plan update
- Prepares reports and provides recommendations to Planning and Zoning Commission and Zoning Board of Adjustment
- Established processes to increase efficiency in development review
Planner
City Of Granbury
2007.05 - 2014.12
- Implement platting, zoning and permitting procedures
- Coordinate development processes and initiatives with developers, surveyors, architects, engineering consultants and supporting staff to ensure compliance with adopted policies and sound planning principles
- Review of sign permits, site plans and subdivision plats with efficient review and response time
- Maintain and enhance city's GIS database
- Create GIS maps for various city staff as needed
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geography
University of North Texas
Denton, TX01.2003
Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Planning and Coordination
- Knowledge of Current Planning Trends and Practices
- Multitasking Abilities
- Decision Making
- Attention to Detail
- ESRI GIS/Microsoft applications
Certification
American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)
Activities
American Planning Association
Timeline
Senior Planner, Zoning
City Of Fort Worth
2022.06 - 2024.04
Senior Planner
City Of Granbury
2018.02 - 2022.04
Senior Planner
City Of Burleson
2014.12 - 2018.02
Planner
City Of Granbury
2007.05 - 2014.12
Bachelor of Science - Geography
University of North Texas
American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)
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