To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties, just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

Department: Planning & Zoning

Pay Grade: A22

Pay Range: $86,569 - $134,180 DOE

FLSA Status: Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

The Planning Director plans, organizes, and directs the overall operation of the Community Development Department. Responsibilities include directing the City’s land use program, performing complex planning activities, supervising professional level planners, and reviewing the work of others. Duties include reviewing the most complex site and building plans and construction drawings for compliance with code requirements and conditions of approval, representing the department before review bodies and community groups, preparing, and managing the department budget.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSprofessional-level

• Manages, prepares, and evaluates complex planning projects. Provides direction and support to other City departments, the development community and the public regarding development requirements and land use projects.
• Supervises department staff, including coordinating and directing workflow, making work assignments, training, making disciplinary and hiring recommendations, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Represents the City at various community meetings, serves as the lead staff liaison to review bodies such as the Planning & Zoning Board, and presents projects before the City Council. These meetings require attendance outside of normal work hours.
• Reviews, develops, and updates the City’s General Plan, Zoning Code, and Municipal Code to ensure updates meet City goals and follow state and federal regulations. Oversees special annual projects and long-range planning reports.
• Coordinates and promotes the department’s work with other City departments, local, regional, and state planning agencies, and organizations by providing technical assistance, knowledge of projects and procedures, communicating goals and objectives, and working to resolve issues.
• Conducts internal and external customer service, providing feedback on applications and resolving issues.
• Prepares budget documentation for the department and monitors expenditures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, or a closely related field. Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Urban Planning, Public Administration, or closely related field. GIS experience desirable.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Required to have or obtain a valid State driver’s license.
• American Planning Association and /or American Institute of Certified Planners desirable.

Special Requirements:

• Membership in Arizona Planning Association preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of modern principles, practices and techniques of community development administration, organization, and operation.
• Principles and practices of building inspection, plan check
• Knowledge of architecture, engineering, and planning
• Knowledge of current social, political and environmental issues influencing community development programs.
• Knowledge of private sector business practices.
• Knowledge of real estate economics.
• Knowledge of real estate acquisition and development.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
• Knowledge of principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Skill in analyzing problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Ability to manage and direct a comprehensive community development program.
• Ability to develop and administer departmental goals, objectives, and procedures. Analyze and assess programs, policies, and operational needs and make appropriate adjustments.
• Ability to identify and respond to sensitive community and organizational issues, concerns, and needs.
• Ability to plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of staff.
• Ability to delegate authority and responsibility as required to meet goals and objectives.
• Ability to select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.
• Ability to prepare and administer large and complex budgets.
• Ability to interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
• Ability to operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. The following physical abilities are required: fingering, grasping, hearing, mental acuity, speaking, standing, talking, and visual acuity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work requires decision making that could lead to major community or organizational consequences if this position fails to make the appropriate decision at the time.

Page has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.