Job Description
Marana is the 3rd fastest growing community in Arizona and the 2nd largest municipality in Pima County. The organization has been recognized as one of the ten most successful cities in Arizona. Marana lies approximately 20 minutes northwest of downtown Tucson and 75 minutes southeast of Phoenix. The Town makes its decisions based on a Strategic Plan that has five focus areas: Cherished Heritage, Vibrant Community, Thriving Commerce, Healthy Lifestyles, and Proactive Public Services.
Marana's standards are high. We are an organization of excellence and have developed four Cultural Value Statements that provide the guidelines for how we work together. Our Cultural Values are: Dedicated Service, Respect, Teamwork and Engaged Innovation.
The Town of Marana is seeking a Planning Manager to work in the Development Services Department. This is a full-time position and an exciting opportunity for someone interested in having a direct impact on the future of a rapidly growing community.
The Town offers a competitive benefits package: http://www.maranaaz.gov/benefits
Salary Range: $90,070 - $135,106
- placement within the salary range is dependent on direct experience, internal equity and/or budget
- Provides leadership and development to assigned staff; establishes team goals and objectives of the functional area(s); participates in the recruitment process, ensures adequate staffing levels, evaluates work performance, ensures policy and procedure compliance, and provides guidance in employee relations matters.
- Provides oversight and project management for complex planning projects such as property rezoning, specific plans, annexations, subdivision plats, general plan updates, town code amendments and other specialized projects. Provides analysis of land use impacts for a proposed development.
- Participates or leads special projects that require extensive knowledge of planning principles and practices: develops strategies to promote economic and community development; identifies community issues or opportunities; evaluates the adequacy of community facilities.
- Provides customer service regarding a wide variety of development related issues; may include interpretation of codes, ordinances, and regulations.
- Performs responsible technical and administrative work requiring independent judgment in the administration and interpretation of the zoning code, zoning processes, and General Plan.
- Bachelor's degree in Planning, Public Administration, or related field.
- Five or more years of progressively responsible experience working in a municipal planning department or in a similar capacity.
- Strong communication skills to all levels of management, boards, committees, and other public bodies.
- Over one year of supervisory experience or must complete the Town of Marana's supervisory academy within one year of hire date.
- Valid Arizona Driver License
- Ability to pass both the Town of Marana background check and a motor vehicle records check
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Masters degree
- American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
If you meet the minimum requirements, submit a completed Town of Marana application which can be supplemented with a resume and cover letter. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Candidates are responsible for verifying receipt of materials. Applications must be submitted by applying online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/marana. All status updates will be sent via email through the applicant tracking system.
REVIEW PROCESS
Job posting will remain open until a sufficient number of applicants have met the minimum requirements. Applications will be reviewed weekly with most qualified candidates being scheduled for interviews.
TOWN OF MARANA CONTACT INFORMATION
11555 West Civic Center Drive
Marana, AZ 85653
www.maranaaz.gov
ph (520) 382-1900 / fx (520) 382-3500
QUESTIONS
Human Resources Staff Contact
Nikki Hemphill / 520-382-1925 / nhemphill@maranaaz.gov
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The Town of Marana is an equal opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the application/exam process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department prior to any deadlines related to this recruitment process. Please contact the Human Resources Department if you would like this publication in an alternative format.