Planning Administrator

City of Tucson•Tucson, AZ

5d•$39 - $58•Onsite

About The Position

The Planning Administrator position at the City of Tucson’s Planning and Development Services Department is responsible for overseeing citywide planning, code updates, rezoning, and historic preservation. This position manages the implementation of projects and coordinates plans of operation. Work is performed under the supervision of the Deputy Director. This position exercises supervision over planning and administration personnel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
Five (5) years of relevant experience
A valid and unrestricted driver’s license with two (2) years of licensed driving is required.
Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Nice To Haves

At least three (3) years of supervisory experience
A master’s degree in urban planning, public administration, architecture, civil engineering or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Organizes and directs daily operations of a division by performing administrative duties, overseeing programs, projects, and manager level personnel.
Oversees the planning, implementation, direction, and management of division functions and resources to achieve strategic department objectives.
Leads a team promoting employee productivity and morale.
Conducts employee performance evaluations, investigations, resolves grievances and disciplinary actions.
Develops and administers division budget with staff assistance.
Plans and forecasts future growth and development by conducting research, monitoring trends, analyzing community needs and opportunities, and consulting with outside individuals and organizations.
Makes planning and policy recommendations to ensure coordinated long-range plans for sustainable community development.
Identifies training and development needs and provides opportunities for staff development, mentoring and training.
Maintains professional knowledge through attending seminars, reviewing professional publications and participating in professional organizations.
Oversees entitlements, special districts, and historic preservation sections.
Ensures that division operations conform with local, state and federal governmental regulations and other applicable rules and requirements.
Empowers staff to develop and implement process improvements enhancing customer experience.
Delivers information to the general public and customers regarding development through public and virtual meetings, digital media, direct calls, and email.
Develops strategic partnerships and contacts with community representatives, external agencies, and other organizations to understand relevant issues facing our community.
Fosters inclusive public participation through a range of methods including public meetings, forums, digital media, surveys, and pop-up events.
Attends, facilitates, and presents at public meetings, including occasional evenings and weekends.
Acts as department liaison to the community and outside organizations by monitoring, reviewing, and communicating public legislation by conducting public forums and presentations.
Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.