Strategic Planning Manager: Growth & Community Impact

City of Surprise, Arizona; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Surprise, Arizona is seeking a Planning Manager to lead the Planning Division and guide short- and long-term community development efforts. The role oversees a team of planners, coordinates with the Development community, and ensures policy updates align with the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance.

Office-based with standard hours and some after-hours meetings. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in urban planning or related field, five years of municipal planning experience

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in urban planning, architecture, civil engineering, or related field.
• Five years of increasingly responsible municipal planning and administrative experience, including three years in a supervisory role.
• Master’s degree is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and administer the Planning Division's strategic and daily operations.
• Assist with development of the annual budget, goals, and staff action plans.
• Develop and regulate policies and procedures related to planning, zoning, development, and administration.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Project management

Communication

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree in urban planning, architecture, civil engineering, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

The City of Surprise, Arizona is seeking a Planning Manager to lead the Planning Division and guide short- and long-term community development efforts. The role oversees a team of planners, coordinates with the Development community, and ensures policy updates align with the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance.

Office-based with standard hours and some after-hours meetings. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in urban planning or related field, five years of municipal planning experience