Senior Planner/Long Range Planner - Community Development (1026)

Coconino County Arizona; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Coconino County is seeking a Senior Planner/Long Range Planner to lead updates to county land use plans and administer zoning regulations in rural Northern Arizona. The role involves presenting requests at public hearings and coordinating with the public, departments, and other jurisdictions.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in planning or related field and several years of experience; AICP is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in planning, geography or related field with 3 years of related experience.
• Experience administering planning regulations and presenting at public hearings.
• Ability to coordinate with public, departments, and jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Administers ordinances and plans for development review and variances.
• Presents cases to Planning and Zoning Commission.
• Coordinate with citizen groups and developers.
• Prepare staff reports with recommendations.
• Liaise with appointed boards and committees.
• Develop and implement county plans and amendments.

Skills

Planning & Zoning

Public hearings

Community outreach

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in planning, geography or related field

AICP (preferred)

Tools

GIS

MS Office

Map visualization

Job description

Nature of Work

Under general supervision performs work of considerable difficulty in county current and long-range planning activities and zoning ordinance administration; performs related work as assigned

County Senior Planner/Long Range Planner position in beautiful, rural Northern Arizona. The Senior Planner manages updates to County land use plans and regulations. The position administers planning regulations and presents requests before decision makers in public hearings. This position also brings diverse opportunities to coordinate with the public, various departments and other jurisdictions.

Typical Duties

• Administers various ordinances and plans for development review, subdivisions, rezoning, conditional use permits, and variances
• Works with citizen groups and individuals on planning related issues
• Meets with developers and property owners
• Conducts site plan review to ensure compliance with ordinance requirements
• Presents cases to the Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment
• May serve as liaison to appointed boards and committees
• Manages the development and implementation of county plans and amendments to County land use regulations
• Represents the County on inter-agency working groups and with outside agencies
• Prepares and maintains records and reports
• Processes requests for rezoning, use permits, and variances, including preparing staff reports with recommendations
• Approves routine applications for temporary use permits, administrative adjustments, signs, and minor land divisions

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.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in planning, geography or a related field and three years of related experience; OR any combination of education, training or experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

AICP

This position is non-exempt from overtime.

This position is safety sensitive.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Considerable knowledge of:

• Principles, practices and techniques of planning and zoning
• County, state and federal laws pertaining to County planning and zoning and/or transportation planning
• Land use ordinances and regulations
• Floodplain ordinances and regulations

Working Knowledge Of

• Graphic techniques and interpretation of topographic maps
• Basic statistical methods
• Computer applications

Ability To

• Represent the County on planning issues to citizens' groups and other governmental entities
• Accurately interpret and evaluate planning and land use issues, laws, requirements and objectives
• 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, to laypersons and County leaders

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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

Employee Benefits

Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:

(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)

• Vacation/Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 10 Holidays Per Year
• Health Care Insurance
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Group Life Insurance
• Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
• Sick Leave Conversion Plan
• Personal Day Purchase Program
• Vacation Sell Back Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Program
• Long-Term Disability
• Arizona State Retirement System
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-going Training Opportunities
• Free bus transportation/ EcoPass bus pass

Elective Coverage

• Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Tax-deferred investment program
• Accidental and Disability Insurance
• Short Term Disability