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Job Description
Posting Date
06/23/25Application Deadline
06/30/25Pay Range
$62000 - $98000 annuallySalary offers are based on the candidates equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Job Type
UnclassifiedDepartment
Planning and DevelopmentAbout the Position
The Planner works directly with current planning and long-range planning projects which include project management of rezoning cases special use permits comprehensive planning cases variances administrative applications and military compatibility permits. Under limited supervision you will perform work of considerable difficulty in the field of professional community planning and development. This position will act as a project manager for processing cases with coordination between County agencies and external agencies on reviews/comments. This position includes research plan review conducting analysis and recommendations in a staff report on project compliance with the comprehensive plan/area plans zoning district standards and regulations. The Planner will be responsible for presenting the evaluation and recommendation within the staff report to the Planning & Zoning Commission and/or the Board of Adjustment. This role will also be responsible for conducting specialized studies and projects. This position acts as a liaison with the public and development community on various planning and development applications and complex projects. Incumbents are responsible for assignments requiring technical knowledge exercise of independent judgment creative problem solving and conflict mediation skills. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal are critical to the job function.
About Us
Maricopa County is GROWING. At the Maricopa County Planning and Development Department we want you to join us in making that growth possible! With our wide range of services from land-use planning to building inspections and permit review we have positions that allow professionals in the planning construction engineering and trade fields to shape the future of the built environment.
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance with hybrid work schedule options
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits including access to our upcoming on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
Paid vacation sick time and parental leave
Extensive wellness program including healthcare premium discounts
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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We Require
Two years of planning-related work experience
Bachelors degree in Planning Geography Engineering Earth Sciences Urban Studies Architecture or a related field
A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis
We Also Value
Experience with Air-photo interpretation
AICP Certification; GIS software
Experience in the delivery of speeches professional presentations or training events
Masters degree in Planning or a related field
Job Contributions
Conduct research on land use zoning and other planning issues; compile data and generate a variety of reports
Perform technical review of projects assuring plans are in compliance
Act as project manager for development applications including comprehensive plan amendments zone changes plans of development preliminary and final plats use permits variances and other related applications
Participate in the analysis development and documentation of project needs and costs
Provide technical assistance to the public and applicants related to planning zoning and land development issues
Coordinate with other departments and jurisdictions concerning land development matters
Participate in public and agency meetings with state and regional planning groups to explain planning proposals to gather feedback from those affected by projects or to achieve consensus on project design
Prepare and deliver planning presentations to neighborhood and community groups
Confer with and advise architects builders contractors engineers and the public regarding County development policies and standards
Other job duties as assigned
Working Conditions
Exerting up to 10 pounds occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time
Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
