Planner, Senior

Job Title

Do you want to contribute to a collaborative department that works with the community to shape our future, from neighborhoods, to employment, to commercial centers, in one of the fastest growing areas in the country? We are seeking an experienced, motivated, highly qualified, and creative professional whose strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with the public will help advance our department's goals of promoting economic vitality and adaptability in a fast paced and challenging environment.

The Development Services Department is comprised of six divisions: Customer Service One Stop Shop, Planning, Engineering, Building Safety, Aquifer Protection, and Code Compliance. The objective for the Community Development Department's is to guide the development of the County through effective measures of planning, design review, construction plan approval, code compliance, and environmental health to preserve and enhance the quality of life for the residents of Pinal County.

Additionally, work with an exceptional team of people who are dedicated to making Pinal County an excellent place for its citizens and employees. Working at Pinal County is an investment in YOU. Apply today and find out why Pinal County is more than just a job.

Job Summary

Review and process rezoning, planned area developments, comprehensive plan amendments, and related development requests, provide customer service, perform basic file research and records maintenance, and perform complex research and planning studies under general supervision.

Typical Classification Essential Duties

• Review and process rezoning, planned area developments, comprehensive plan amendments, and related development requests and maintain planning documents and planning and development codes.
• Review land use and development proposal plans, site plans, and subdivision improvement plans for compliance with applicable zoning code requirements.
• Research files, maintain records and filing systems, and update computer database and website.
• Manage research and planning studies.
• Provide customer service and answer inquiries from the public within scope of authority, and explain guidelines, procedures, policies, and applicable state statutes and ordinances, which govern the planning and zoning processes.
• Provide information and assistance on County codes, land development regulations, zoning issues, application process, and procedural issues, research customer concerns, and initiate problem resolution.
• Process applications for concept review.
• Review plans for landscape revisions.
• Review and evaluate field sites.
• Coordinate the Pre-application review and submittal process
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements To Perform Work

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or Geography.
• Two (2) years of professional planning experience.
• Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of County Comprehensive Plan, zoning code, and development regulations.
• Knowledge of principles of application permitting and plan review.
• Knowledge of basic principles of cartography, urban planning, and surveying.
• Knowledge of basic principles of record keeping and records management.
• Skill in performing mathematical calculations and computations.
• Ability to operate a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
• Ability to provide effective customer service and deal tactfully and courteously with the public.

Physical Demands: The work is light and requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. The work also requires the ability to finger, feel, grasp, reach, perform repetitive motion, hear, speak, operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment, and demonstrate mental and visual acuity.

Work Environment: Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the ability to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs.

Notice To Applicants: We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value professionalism and respect for others. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process, we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration, which may impact your future Pinal County applications. The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications, and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval. Offers of employment are valid only if provided in writing and approved by Pinal County Human Resources.

All qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply. However, visa sponsorship is not available. Pinal County does not participate in STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT).

Pinal County requires pre-employment screening, which includes a Motor Vehicle Record check, a comprehensive background check (encompassing employment, education, and criminal history), and drug testing for safety-sensitive roles. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify candidates from employment. Employment offers are contingent on successful pre-employment screening. If driving is a requirement of the position, you must have a valid Arizona State Driver's License in accordance with Arizona State Law.