City of Phoenix

ABOUT THIS POSITION

The Planning & Development Department (PDD) guides the physical development of the city by preserving our historic sites, planning what can be built where, and ensuring safe construction of buildings and infrastructure. A host of advisory and governing bodies of residents as well as elected officials provide oversight as the city grows, and needs arise. The process is governed through development and enforcement of city codes and ordinances. PDD currently has Planner II vacancies in the Site Planning and Zoning section.

A planner II specializing in Site Planning is typically assigned to an interdisciplinary development team. Responsibilities include reviewing plans for code compliance, providing assistance to developers, and coordinating with other disciplines to ensure that stipulations are implemented. Site Planners II attend development meetings, are well-versed in the Zoning Ordinance, and have developed a general knowledge of all disciplines in the development process. They negotiate with developers and other departments, implementing stipulations established through public hearing processes. They have a high degree of contact with developers and the public and develop long term relationships with developers due to long term project assignments and repeat submissions. Site Planners II have a significant amount of autonomy in making recommendations and negotiating with developers.

A Site Planner II's responsibility may include specialized plan review, such as hillside development projects. This plan review involves extensive research, planning and technical analysis of proposed development of land in hilly or mountainous areas. A Site Planner II may assist in preparing and presenting reports in a public hearing process.

Zoning Section Planner II serves on interdepartmental committees and coordinates large processes such as application screenings, annexations, regulatory license requests, school district notifications, text amendments, and the preparation of interpretation letters. Some Planner IIs may assist with hearing processes such as the Planning Commission or Zoning Adjustment Hearing. The position requires comprehension of a wide variety of City hearing processes and regulatory documents including the Zoning Ordinance, Special Planning Districts, Specific Plans, General Plan, and others.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Knowledge of zoning ordinances, State and Local codes, and all disciplines in the development process.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrate strong quantitative and analytical skills and ability to use spreadsheets and databases.
• Understanding of city of Phoenix development review and permitting process.
• Availability to attend public meetings.

SALARY

Pay Range: $63,044.80 to $118.872.00 annually.

Hiring Range: $63,044.80 to $93,121.60 annually.

Pay Range Explanation:

• Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification.
• Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

BENEFITS

A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes:

• Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, click here for more details: Pension Information
• 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions
• Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans
• Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan
• Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually
• Dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Employer paid long-term disability
• Free Bus/light rail pass
• Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year
• Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days
• Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi

For more details, visit: Unit 007 Benefits

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Two years of experience in the field of urban planning.
• Bachelor's degree in city or urban planning, landscape architecture, engineering, architecture, political science, a related field, or a field related the specialty area.
• Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
• All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
• Some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.
• For information regarding pre-screening and driving positions, click here.
• The City job description can be found here.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The minimum qualifications listed above, plus:

• Experience as a planner in municipal/county or private sector.
• Experience providing skilled communication, written and oral, to diverse audiences.
• Experience in developing graphics using ArcGIS (Geographic Information System) software.
• Experience working with the Public or at a public counter providing customer service.
• Certified Planner from American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP).
• Experience with plan review and preparing plans for submittal.
• Experience in Urban Design and design review.
• Experience with Project Management.
• Spanish Speaking preferred.

RECRUITMENT DATES

Recruitment closes June 24, 2025. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.

This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document, your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.

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REFERENCE

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