What are the responsibilities and job description for the Zoning Examiner position at City of Tucson?
Posting Close Date:
Applicants must submit their completed application by 03-22-2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST
Application and Special Instructions
It is mandatory to include a cover letter, and both the cover letter and resume should be submitted as a single PDF file.
ABOUT THIS JOB
Position Specific Summary
The Zoning Examiner position in the City of Tucson’s City Manager’s Office exercises oversight and broad discretionary judgement over zoning operations and functions, which includes conducting public hearings on rezoning requests on behalf of the Mayor and Council and considering other land use applications as provided in the Unified Development Code (UDC).
Work is performed under the supervision of the City Manager. This position does not supervise.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conducts public hearings on applications to rezone property or certain special exception land uses and makes decisions or provides recommendations to the Mayor and Council in accordance with applicable sections of the Zoning Examiner’s Rules and Procedures.
- Hears and decides requests to exceed the amount of expansion allowed for structures and land area devoted to a nonconforming use in accordance with applicable sections of the Zoning Examiner’s Rules and Procedures.
- Hears and decides requests to substitute a land use for an existing nonconforming land use, when the proposed substitution is from a land use class that is different from the one to which the existing nonconforming use belongs in accordance with applicable procedures.
- Reviews, approves, and denies applications for land development and zoning changes. Prepares zoning determination and amendments for approval by Mayor and Council.
- Advises and provides recommendations to the city manager regarding operations, programs, projects, and services in area of expertise.
- Collaborates and facilitates communication with a variety of internal and external stakeholders via telephone, in person, or electronically. Prepares detailed reports, correspondence, and public hearing findings to explain complex issues and decisions. Acts as a liaison in cooperative governmental consortiums.
- Reviews, modifies, and adopts relevant work plans and programs of City departments in area of expertise.
- Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.
All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor's DegreeExperience: Five (5) years of directly related experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Masters in urban planning or related field, or Juris Doctor
American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification
Eight to ten years of professional experience in land use planning, law and/or policy
POSITION DETAILS
Job Profile
J0417 - Zoning Examiner (UC)
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Compensation Grade
G111
Hourly Range
$38.91 - 58.36 USD
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.
FLSA
Exempt
Position Type
Appointed
Time Type
Full time
Department
City Manager
Department Link
https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Government/Office-of-the-City-Manager
Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.
ABOUT US
Benefits: 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.
Citizenship: 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 Status.
City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability 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 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.
Recruiter Name
Ankita Bhargava (105632)
Recruiter Email
ccs_hr@tucsonaz.gov
For Human Resources general questions please contact 520-791-4241.
Salary : $39 - $58
