Planning/Zoning Coordinator

Gila County Community College; Globe (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gila County's Community Development Department seeks a Planner/Zoning Coordinator in Globe, AZ. Under the Community Development Director, you will support planning and zoning projects, assist with the Comprehensive Plan updates, and prepare staff reports for the Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustments.

You'll coordinate public meetings, ensure compliance with state statutes and county ordinances, and help develop office procedures while engaging with citizens and external

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with specialized or technical training courses in Planning or a related field.
• Three (3) years’ experience in Planning with Local Government; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of complex planning and zoning projects, including development plans, zoning changes, variance requests, uses, and subdivisions.
• Prepare written staff reports and present recommendations to the Board of Supervisors, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Board of Adjustments.
• Attend pre-application meetings, schedule hearings, and maintain records of public input and notices.
• Ensure compliance with State Statutes, County ordinances, and planning procedures in correspondence and timelines.
• Develop and update the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and establish office procedures; draft ordinances and align with the Comprehensive Plan.

Skills

Analytical writing

Public speaking

Problem solving

Time management

Multi-tasking

Creative writing

Developing alternative solutions

Tactful persuasion and influencing

Education

High School Diploma or GED with specialized planning training

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS software

Job description

Purpose of the Job

The purpose of this position is to work under the direction of the Community Development Director on planning and zoning projects as needed to ensure that Gila County provides a safe, healthy and visually attractive place in which people can live, work, and play in. This position assists in the implementation and administration of the Comprehensive Plan and the Gila County Zoning Ordinance. The Planner/Zoning Coordinator under the direction of the Community Development Director acts as the staff planner to the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Board of Adjustments and analyzes and formulates recommendations for the development application and other planning and zoning duties. Knowledge is kept up-to-date with research, interpretation, and application of State Statutes, County codes and ordinances, and other rules and regulations. Duties include plan development, development of procedures, participation in meetings, and ordinance drafting. The role is also responsible for assisting in community liaison efforts and other duties as assigned by the Community Development Director.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This position does not supervise other employees.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

TIME SPENT

• Under the direction of the Community Development Director, assists in the implementation of complex planning and zoning projects. Handles applications for development plans, zoning changes, variance requests, use, temporary, and conditional use permits, subdivisions, the addition of special use districts, and reviews minor land divisions and lot line adjustments for zoning ordinance compliance. Prepares written staff reports, participates in the development of staff recommendations and assists in presenting to the Board of Supervisors, Planning and Zoning Commission, and the Board of Adjustments.

35%

• Prepares for and attends pre-application meetings, schedules hearings, and maintains records of public input and presentation actions. Prepares public hearing notices. Prepares agendas and minutes for the Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustments.

15%

• Ensures all State Statutes, County ordinances, and County zoning and planning procedures are followed regarding correspondence, timelines, and publication and posting of public meeting notices.

10%

• Under the direction of the Community Development Director, assists in the implementation of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and updates the plan as required utilizing input from both internal and external sources.

10%

• Develops and establishes office procedures and performance measures; designs forms and applications, ensures compliance with departmental policies, procedures, and County ordinances.

10%

• Drafts new ordinances, ordinance modifications, policy statements, and ensures alignment with the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Plan and consults with the County Attorney to ensure compliance with State Statues.

10%

• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with citizens, citizen groups, neighborhood leaders and associations, elected officials and other County departments interpreting, analyzing and resolving difficult neighborhood issues as well as educating the public on the uses of their property.

10%

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Budget Responsibilities

This position has no responsibility over any types of budget.

Project Responsibilities

This position provides project resource allocation based on pre-approved resources on quality assurance, technology and organizational planning projects.

ORAL COMMUNICATION DUTIES

This position explains County procedures or processes, conducts and participates in meetings and responds to public inquiries. This position frequently educates, negotiates, or persuades and infrequently communicates with the media.

WRITTEN COMMUNICATION DUTIES

This position creates or edits documents, formal letters, emails, reports, and application forms. This position also writes and edits Board of Supervisor presentations.

INTERACTIONS WITH THE GENERAL PUBLIC

Interacts regularly with the general public, external contacts such as vendors, bankers, attorneys or other professionals, and other Institutions, over the telephone, by email, and/or in person.

INTERACTIONS SPECIFICALLY WITH CUSTOMERS

Continuously (More than 70% but less than 85% in a year)

Minimum Education/Directly Related Experience Required

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED

High School Diploma or GED with additional specialized or technical training courses in Planning or a related field.

Minimum Years Of Directly Related Experience Required

Three (3) years’ experience in Planning with Local Government; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Professional Credentials Required/Preferred

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge Required

Planning and zoning; administration and management; computer use; Microsoft Office; GIS software; customer and personal service; project management; Federal, State, and County regulations and Statutes.

Skills Required

Analytical writing; public speaking; problem solving; time management; multi-tasking; creative writing; developing alternative solutions; tactful persuasion and influencing.

Abilities Required

Consider options; risks and benefits; express one self clearly; generate fluent new and useful ideas; make sense of multiple data; read and write at a professional level.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Occasionally stands to present, train, deliver presentations or speeches.
• Routinely sits to complete reports and operate computers.
• Routinely requires dexterity for keyboard, mouse and calculator operations.
• Occasionally walks to, from and between work sites.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in an office environment and occasionally in outdoors and construction areas.

SAFETY RISK EXPOSURE

On rare occasions, incumbents in this position may become exposed to occasional telephone verbal abuse by customers or citizens and occasional in-person verbal abuse by customers or citizens.

PROTECTIVE GEAR & SAFETY MANUALS

Incumbents in this position are required to constantly follow written safety procedures and manuals relevant to the division or department.

CONSEQUENCES OF ERROR

Potential errors can result in unfavorable public perceptions and legal ramifications.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page.