Planner Jobs in Houston, TX
Planner jobs in Houston are actively hiring across Downtown, the Energy Corridor, and Midtown, driven by demand in urban development, transportation, supply chain, and energy. Employers taking on planners right now include ProEnergy Services, McDermott, and TAS Energy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Houston-Galveston Area Council is one of the largest regional planning commissions in the country with a diverse service area of 13 counties and more than 7 million people. We are the pulse of our region addressing issues that cross city limits and county lines every single day.
We make decisions that affect our transportation system, ensure the safety and well-being of our seniors, connect people to jobs, help families recover from natural disasters, preserve water quality for our children, and so much more. We work to make the region a great place to live, work, and thrive.
What will I be doing?
- Work closely with regional law enforcement agencies and their academies to support law enforcement training
- Assist academies to provide basic peace officer courses, intermediate and advanced training
- Assist academies to provide required law enforcement training and up-to-date legislative mandated training
- Work with law enforcement academies to provide Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) with the complete and current training records of law enforcement officers attending contracted classes
- Site visits to academies to review class and officer compliance with TCOLE regulations
- Work with TCOLE field representative assigned to our region
- Provide assistance in multiple areas of the Public Safety Program, including but not limited to criminal justice, homeland security / emergency preparedness, juvenile mental health, law enforcement training
- Prepare and provide grant applications, reports, briefing papers, plan documents, presentations and workshop materials
- Provide staff support to the Criminal Justice Advisory Committee and the Regional Homeland Security Coordinating Committee including workshops on the policies and procedures of the committees, grant application workshops, and grant priority hearings
- Provide technical assistance for criminal justice and homeland security / emergency preparedness applicants and grantees
- Manage the full lifecycle of the grant process which includes application, award acceptance, monitoring and review
- Assist in the development and compliance of policies and procedures of the Public Safety Programs
Key Qualifications
- Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Instructor
- Experience with the grant process of The Public Safety Office of The Texas Governor’s Office including their eGrants System
- Strong relationship building and communication skills
- Ability to plan and effectively manage complex, long-term projects
- Ability to perform tasks with limited supervision
Do you have…
- Bachelor’s degree and/or certifications in an applicable academic discipline or related field of study
- 5 years of experience working with local government, nonprofit programs, schools, or in job-related duties
Salary Range: $65,104.00 - $97,267.00
All employees of H-GAC are required to reside within the agency’s region of service to support our commitment to excellence in service of our region.
H-GAC is an equal opportunity/ADA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or protected veteran status.
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The Houston-Galveston Area Council is one of the largest regional planning commissions in the country with a diverse service area of 13 counties and more than 7 million people. We are the pulse of our region addressing issues that cross city limits and county lines every single day.
We make decisions that affect our transportation system, ensure the safety and well-being of our seniors, connect people to jobs, help families recover from natural disasters, preserve water quality for our children, and so much more. We work to make the region a great place to live, work, and thrive.
What will I be doing?
- Work closely with regional law enforcement agencies and their academies to support law enforcement training
- Assist academies to provide basic peace officer courses, intermediate and advanced training
- Assist academies to provide required law enforcement training and up-to-date legislative mandated training
- Work with law enforcement academies to provide Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) with the complete and current training records of law enforcement officers attending contracted classes
- Site visits to academies to review class and officer compliance with TCOLE regulations
- Work with TCOLE field representative assigned to our region
- Provide assistance in multiple areas of the Public Safety Program, including but not limited to criminal justice, homeland security / emergency preparedness, juvenile mental health, law enforcement training
- Prepare and provide grant applications, reports, briefing papers, plan documents, presentations and workshop materials
- Provide staff support to the Criminal Justice Advisory Committee and the Regional Homeland Security Coordinating Committee including workshops on the policies and procedures of the committees, grant application workshops, and grant priority hearings
- Provide technical assistance for criminal justice and homeland security / emergency preparedness applicants and grantees
- Manage the full lifecycle of the grant process which includes application, award acceptance, monitoring and review
- Assist in the development and compliance of policies and procedures of the Public Safety Programs
Key Qualifications
- Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Instructor
- Experience with the grant process of The Public Safety Office of The Texas Governor’s Office including their eGrants System
- Strong relationship building and communication skills
- Ability to plan and effectively manage complex, long-term projects
- Ability to perform tasks with limited supervision
Do you have…
- Bachelor’s degree and/or certifications in an applicable academic discipline or related field of study
- 5 years of experience working with local government, nonprofit programs, schools, or in job-related duties
Salary Range: $65,104.00 - $97,267.00
All employees of H-GAC are required to reside within the agency’s region of service to support our commitment to excellence in service of our region.
H-GAC is an equal opportunity/ADA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or protected veteran status.
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Who's Hiring
- ProEnergy Services21
- McDermott16
- TAS Energy16
- Panelmatic11
- Barrios Technology11
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Chemicals & Materials
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Construction & Real Estate
- Government & Public Sector
Planner Jobs in Houston: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a planner job in Houston?
Focus your search on Houston's strongest hiring sectors: municipal and regional planning through the City of Houston and Harris County, supply chain and logistics tied to the Port of Houston, and energy project planning along the Energy Corridor. Candidates who know Houston's growth pressures, flood mitigation priorities, or petrochemical supply networks stand out. Networking through the Houston District Council of the Urban Land Institute also opens doors.
Which companies hire planners in Houston?
Employers hiring planners in Houston right now include ProEnergy Services, McDermott, and TAS Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Houston's mix of public agencies, engineering and consulting firms, and major energy operators means planner roles appear across a wider range of employer types than in most U.S. cities.
Are there remote planner jobs in Houston?
Yes, though availability depends heavily on specialization. Analytical and procurement planning roles are more remote-friendly, while transportation, land use, and site planning roles typically require on-site presence. About 50% of planner openings tied to Houston are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common among supply chain and corporate planning teams in the Galleria and Greenway Plaza corridors.
How can I get a planner job in Houston with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Houston is through internships or junior roles with the City of Houston's Planning and Development Department or Harris County, both of which regularly bring on early-career candidates. Engineering and consulting firms serving Houston's infrastructure and energy sectors also hire entry-level planners into project coordinator roles. A portfolio showing familiarity with Houston's growth corridors or flood-resilience planning gives applicants a concrete local edge.
Which industries hire the most planners in Houston?
Houston planner roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Chemicals & Materials, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Houston's standing as the U.S. energy capital, combined with its rapid suburban expansion and one of the country's largest port complexes, means local demand for planners runs deeper and more varied than in most metro areas.
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