Planner- Community Development (0125)

Coconino County promotes a transformational leadership philosophy which elicits employee growth, cultivates inspiration and creates future leaders by empowering employees to solve internal and external customer needs and exceed customer service expectations.  As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of the many thriving cultures within our county, our nation, and our society, Coconino County leads a variety of initiatives that celebrate diversity; from our Annual Diversity Day, and monthly Heritage Lunch & Learns, to book clubs, and professional development academies which target diverse workforce segments. Coconino County's respect for diversity is shared throughout the organization. Come be part of this optimistic, innovative team where outstanding customer service creates dynamic solutions and engages leadership at every level. 

Under general supervision performs entry level work in county planning involving research, analysis and coordination of projects; performs other duties as assigned.(Illustrative Only)
• Completes basic planning and zoning related tasks and projects including development case review, walk-in customer service, and development coordination
 • Meets with developers and property owners
 • Processes requests for addressing, rezoning, use permits, and variances
 • Assists in development and implementation of comprehensive plans, area plans, and amendments to County development ordinances 
 • Coordinates pre-planning of County projects with appropriate user agencies
 • Conducts research and collects data for a variety of reports
 • May conduct site plan review
 • May present project issues at public meetings
 
Essential functions of this position include: driving, sitting at desk, working with and around others; hearing and speech for communicating; finger dexterity to work on keyboard for writing reports and correspondence. 

Associate degree in in planning, geography or a related field and one year of planning experience; OR

Bachelor degree in in planning, geography or a related field; OR

Any combination of education, training or experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

The ideal candidate will be familiar with rural planning and the geography of Coconino County.

Preferences: Experience with rural planning; governmental planning. 

This position is non-exempt from overtime.

Working knowledge of:

- Principles, practices and techniques of County planning and zoning methods and research

- County, state and federal laws pertaining to County planning and zoning

- Land use ordinances and regulations.

Some knowledge of:

- Graphic techniques and interpretation of topographic maps

- Computer applications

- Public engagement

Ability to:

- Evaluate land use and rezoning issues and present facts accurately and concisely

- Conduct research and compile information to prepare reports

- Accurately interpret planning and land use requirements to interested groups and the general public

- Meet and deal tactfully with the public, developers and property owners

- Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety

- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public

- Follow written and verbal instructions

- Communicate effectively, orally and in writing

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Salary : $24 - $25