What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Planner position at City of Tucson?
POSITION DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Leads planners in providing support for a variety of land and water use planning projects. Reviews proposed land use for compliance with codes, area plans and policies. Coordinates projects and collects technical information. Provides assistance to the public regarding zoning, land use or water issues.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*
Position Specific Summary
The Lead Planner position at the City of Tucson’s Planning and Development Department reviews proposed development for compliance with codes, land use plans and policies. Coordinates projects, collects technical information, and provides assistance to the public regarding zoning and land use issues.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Principal Planner. This position leads and instructs the daily operational work of planning personnel.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Reviews applications for rezonings, special exceptions, plan amendments, modifications, and special districts cases. Reviews for application completeness as well as compliance with applicable plans and policies. Provides feedback and input to applicants. Reviews development packages and other plans for compliance with rezoning and entitlement conditions. Coordinates review of applications by Boards, Committees and Commissions and other entities. Oversees public notification and compiles public comments. Presents cases to Zoning Examiner, Planning Commission, Design Review Board and other review bodies. Tracks application progress in online system.
- Participates in planning projects including General Plan update, neighborhood and corridor plans, and code updates. Assists with technical analysis, helps identify community needs, and suggests policy solutions.
- Provides customer service at Tucson Development Center information counter as needed. Responds to inquiries from the public and applicants regarding land use, zoning, and approval processes.
- Creates maps and labels, closing cases, file and record management. Writes reports documenting findings, analysis, and staff recommendations, drafts ordinances and other associated materials.
- Assists with set up and coordination of public meetings. Attends public meetings to share public information and collecting input.
- Leads and mentors new planning staff regarding customer service and customer inquiries. Attends trainings to maintain knowledge of current trends, issues, and best practices.
- Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.
- All duties, responsibilities listed are subject to change.
QUALIFICATIONS:
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Education:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Work Experience:
Three (3) years of directly related experience..
ADDITIONAL MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s in urban planning or similar program.
Work Experience:
- Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s in Planning/Real Estate Development or related fields.
Project Management Experience.
Three (3) years experience in land use planning/zoning review.
Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
Position Title:
Lead Planner
Department Name:
Planning and Development Services Center
Department Link:
https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services
Recruiter Name:
Dmitriy Adamia (101058)
Recruiter Email:
ccs_hr@tucsonaz.gov
FTE%:
FLSA:
Exempt
Position Type:
Regular
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Full Hourly Range: $29.23 - 50.43 USD
The Full Hourly Range reflects the City of Tucson's pay range at the time of posting. The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings.
With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours.
You can learn more about our benefits at
https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.
POSTING INFORMATION
Posting Close Date:
Applicants must submit their completed application by 02-10-2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please see the special application instructions below and follow the directions for applying to this position.
Special Instructions:
All applicants are required to submit an updated resume. Applications received that do not contain a resume will be considered incomplete and will not be considered further in this recruitment process.
Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.
CITY OF TUCSON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).
The City of Tucson employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at
EmployeeLeaves@tucsonaz.gov
or 520-791-2619.
City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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Salary : $29 - $50
