Senior Planner

Job Opportunity

Under general supervision, assists developers and the public in applying planning and zoning regulations, and City guidelines, to complex development projects, technical issues, and land use plans. May train and mentor department staff in daily activities.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only to provide a summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Answers inquiries and assists the public and developers with complex planning and technical review issues; provides advanced zoning, general plan, and subdivision information within scope of authority.
• Works directly with Community Development Director; researches complex issues and provides data on land use issues and related subjects.
• Receives and processes a variety of planning applications, permits and technical documents, reviews applications for conformance with regulations, codes, project specifications, and regional protocols.
• Reviews complex building plans for consistency with zoning regulations and compliance with conditions of permit approval.
• Researches and presents information to public; assures technical compliance with public notice requirements. Makes presentations to boards and commissions, including Council meetings and the public.
• Prepares detailed staff reports on projects.
• Assists in compiling, arranging, analyzing and interpreting land use and design information.
• Coordinates with citizens' groups, advisory boards and commissions; develops cooperative professional relationships with local developers, realtors and contractors.
• May mentor, or oversee Planner Tech, providing guidance and support with daily tasks.
• May train and support Community Development Planning staff, and review work, to ensure adherence to policies and procedures, including accuracy and timeliness.
• May assist with front counter coverage and assist with departmental phone calls and inquiries
• Provides technical assistance by representing the City; responds to requests and inquiries and provides information to resolve compliance matters; participates in meeting on committees; researches, interprets and applies applicable state, county and local codes, ordinance, zoning verifications and regulations, and conducts pre and post application meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required

Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of standard land use regulations.
• Advanced knowledge of the principles of land use planning.
• Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws, rules and regulations affecting planning and zoning.
• Knowledge of the organization of local government and basic concepts of public administration.
• Advanced skill in interpreting technical documents and map specifications.
• Skill in interpreting and applying Department standards, and City policies.
• Advanced skill in researching and analyzing the factors affecting community planning projects.
• Skill in preparing reports and checking designs, details, estimates, plans, and specifications of planning projects.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with employees, officials, other development agencies and the public.
• Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
• Skill in effective communication, both verbal and written.
• Advanced ability to analyze a variety of complex administrative problems, to make sound recommendations for their solutions and to prepare work procedures

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate degree or technical certification from an accredited college in the building and construction related field; AND five (5) years' experience in construction, building safety, planning or closely related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must maintain a valid State of Arizona driver's license

Salary Range: $58,905.60 – $88,358.40

Hiring Range: $73,635 - $88,361

Salary Range (After 7/1/26): $68,193 - $102,289

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