Community Planner

Under general supervision and direction of the Planning and Development Director, performs professional level planning to include assistance with master planning, land use initiatives, and review and presentation of Community development projects to the Planning and Zoning CommissionBachelor’s degree in Urban or Regional Planning, Public Administration, or a related field is required; and  two (2) years experience in  planning or a related field; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work. Must be knowledgeable of all Planning and Zoning application processes within the first 90 days. Must be able to work at least two evenings out of the month. Possession of a valid Arizona driver’s license and be able to meet the Community’s insurance carrier requirements. The applicant must pass a background check.

• Performs specific planning duties and responsibilities involving research and analyses in one or more function areas of Community planning, and general land use planning and zoning.   
• Assists in reviewing, developing  and/or updating   elements of the General Plan,  Strategic Plan, and  Planning and Zoning Ordinance.
• Reviews the Community’s development process and performs technical reviews of Preliminary Site Plan applications and Site Development Plan Permit applications to ensure compliance with the Community’s General Plan, the Zoning Ordinance,  the Design Guidelines and Construction and Building Codes. 
• Maintains current Community maps, zoning maps, planning documents, planning and development codes, and related regulations for research, documentation and public access.  
• Responsible for presenting development applications to the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC), Planning and Zoning Commission, and Community Council.  
• May assist in reviewing and preparing requests for Right of Entry applications.

• Knowledge of theories, principles, and practices related to land use planning and  and in applying planning and zoning principles.
• Knowledge of the English language, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Ability to explain the Community’s Planning and Zoning Ordinance and its requirements.
• Knowledge of the General Plan and Community Strategic Plan.
• Knowledge of the Planning and Zoning development process pertaining to review and design standards, including public review and hearing processes.
• Ability to read and interpret site and master plans, regulatory codes, technical and operational documents, reports, research material and information, blueprints, and maps.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities and track development cases.  
• Ability to work with a diverse public and communicate appropriately, using both technical and non-technical language.
•  Skill in maintaining electronic records and preparing reports.
• Skill in preparing and proofreading a variety of reports and documents with attention to accuracy, detail, and completeness.
• Strong written, oral, organizational, and public presentation skills.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment including a personal computer using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Skill in preparing and presenting a variety of reports .
• Ability to work effectively as a team member. 
• Skill in communication and interpersonal skills, as applied to interaction with co-workers, Supervisor, other departments, Community Council, Boards and Commissions, Community Members and the general public.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality both within and outside of the office.

Salary : $92,530 - $131,392