Strategic Planning & Zoning Coordinator

Gila County; Payson (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Gila County's Community Development Department seeks a Planner/Zoning Coordinator to support planning and zoning projects, administer the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance, and serve as staff planner to the Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustments.

This role analyzes development applications, prepares staff reports, drafts ordinances, and coordinates hearings, meetings, and public input while ensuring compliance with state statutes and county policies.

Qualifications

• Experience with planning and zoning projects.
• Ability to draft ordinances and staff reports.
• Strong knowledge of state statutes and county codes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance.
• Prepare staff reports and present to boards.
• Coordinate pre-application meetings and hearings.
• Develop office procedures and maintain records.

Skills

Plan development

Public hearings

Staff reports

Zoning knowledge

Job description

Gila County's Community Development Department seeks a Planner/Zoning Coordinator to support planning and zoning projects, administer the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance, and serve as staff planner to the Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustments.

This role analyzes development applications, prepares staff reports, drafts ordinances, and coordinates hearings, meetings, and public input while ensuring compliance with state statutes and county policies.