Description/Duties

First review of applications will be on Monday, May 20, 2024.
A Planning Technician performs paraprofessional, technical planning work involving research, organization, and graphic presentation of zoning and planning data. A Planning Technician conducts development site plan reviews, participates in special land use and research projects, and performs planner-of-the day responsibilities including answering technical questions (both general and specific questions regarding planning information, zoning ordinance requirements, design review, land development regulations, rezoning and variance requests, and the public/civil hearing processes) and providing land use and development information to the public. Responsibilities may include: assisting Planners and other staff in compiling data, preparing maps and other graphic presentations, updating databases, processing land use and development applications, and creating agendas and taking minutes of various Board meetings and public hearings; preparing staff reports and other land use and development entitlement correspondence; and preparing graphics or example drawings/diagrams to assist customers with land use and development applications. This class is responsible for performing related duties as required.
The Planning Technician class is responsible for making independent decisions regarding zoning and planning data and communicating related information, which require technical judgment and excellent communication/public relations skills. This class differs from the Planning Assistant class for which a significant element of the work involves preparing/coordinating packets, mapping graphics, exhibits, and minutes for public hearings. A Planning Technician is supervised by a professional Planner or other supervisor in Planning who reviews work upon completion and provides regular consultation and advice. This class is FLSA non-exempt.
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Qualifications & Requirements

Employee Values: All employees of the City of Mesa are expected to uphold and exhibit the City's shared employee values of Knowledge, Respect, and Integrity.
Minimum Qualifications Required. Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to an Associate’s Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration, or a related field. Good (1 - 3 years) experience in a paraprofessional or administrative support capacity performing planning, drafting, civil engineering, architecture design, or landscape architecture technician work.
Special Requirement. Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver’s License by hire or promotion date.
Preferred/Desirable Qualifications. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration, or related field. Knowledge and/or use of computer aided mapping software.