Decision Support Financial Analyst - Office of Planning and Budget - Arizona State University

For more information please visit: Arizona State University OPB 

Decision Support Financial Analyst

Campus: Tempe

Job Description

The Office of Planning and Budget (OPB) is responsible for facilitating the development and management of the University’s annual planning and budgeting processes. This includes resource planning, modeling, allocations, tracking, forecasting, and reporting, as well as decision support analysis for unit and enterprise-wide leadership. In addition, OPB handles external reporting requirements and information requests from the State’s Joint Legislative Budget Committee (JLBC) and its Office of Strategic Planning and Budgeting (OSPB), and the Arizona Board of Regents.

Budget Planning Analyst - Office of Planning and Budget - Arizona State University

For more information please visit: Arizona State University Budget Planning Analyst 

Budget Planning Analyst

Campus: Tempe

Budget Planning Analyst

Job Description

Under administrative direction, performs work to support campus-wide strategic planning, budget, financial forecasting, and analysis processes. Prepares cost and budget unit variance analyses, develops budget forecasts, analyzes trends, and compiles commitment analyses. Supports preparation of required Strategic Planning Documents. Supports analysis of complex proposals led by senior staff. Supports annual development of budget and state budget operating documents. This position may report to the Director of the office or a senior subordinate to the Director as functionally required.

Management Analyst Program - City of Mesa, Arizona

 To learn more about the position, information sessions, and how to apply please visit: City of Mesa 

The City of Mesa’s Management Analyst Team is designed for promising professionals that are interested in a career in public service. This is a permanent position that provides career development in local government while allowing individuals to develop and strengthen professional skills. This multi-year program is an opportunity to gain valuable experience in local government management and finance.

Management Analysts start in the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) helping to develop and manage the components of the City’s budget. Management Analysts may also have the opportunity to work on core teams or lead special projects for various departments across the City of Mesa. 

After one to two years in OMB, Management Analysts spend the next two years rotating through various City departments and providing management assistance. Successful completion of the program may result in placement of the Management Analyst into another position within the City.

2023 Application Process and Important Dates:

• Applications open on Dec. 9, 2022 and will remain open through January 14, 2023.
• To apply, applicants must go to mesaaz.gov/jobs and select the “Management Analyst” job title. Applicants should submit their resumes and a letter about how the Management Analyst Program fits into their career goals.
• The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and Human Resources will review all submitted materials.
• OMB staff will contact selected applicants in mid-February to conduct a 15-minute phone interview.
• Finalists will participate in a Teams/Zoom interview with OMB staff in late February.
• 1-2 selected applicants will receive offers in early March.
• Selected Analysts start working for the City of Mesa on June 5th, 2023.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: $54,337.92 + any citywide and individual performance-based raises each year, after one year of working for the City.
• 4x10 work schedule, 11 paid holidays, and paid vacation and sick time.
• Defined benefit pension plan through the Arizona State Retirement System.
• Medical, Dental and Vision plans and access to free services at the Mesa Health & Wellness Center.
• Learn more about all employee benefits.

To learn more about the position, information sessions, and how to apply please visit: City of Mesa 

Management Analyst - City of Mesa, Arizona

Who: City of Mesa, Arizona

What: The Management Analyst I class is part of the City’s multi-year  Management Analyst Program intended to attract promising professionals with a demonstrated interest  in local government management. This classification provides exposure to municipal finances and  valuable professional development. The Management Analyst I classification performs progressively  responsible work in the preparation and administration of the City’s annual operating budget, five-year  Capital Improvement Program budget, and multi-year revenue/expenditure projections, as well as performance management related analysis and support of departmental operations.  

Associate Planner - City of Flagstaff, AZ

Associate Planner
City of Flagstaff, AZ

Experience: 1-3 years

The City of Flagstaff is the largest community in the high country and is the county seat for Coconino County, the second largest county in the United States. A historic Route 66 town, Flagstaff is ideally located at the juncture of Interstate 17 and Interstate 40. Though still reflecting a small town atmosphere, it maintains a selective growth plan with new expansion programs underway.

The City of Flagstaff is Northern Arizona’s Employer of Choice! Our City government is devoted to enhancing the quality of life of our citizens and the experience of the many visitors who are attracted to Northern Arizona.

Position: Associate Planner
$22.1986 - $26.4136 Hourly, DOE
Monday - Friday; 8am - 5pm Winter, 7am - 4pm Summer; Evening Meetings As Needed
Full Time; FLSA Non-Exempt; Tenure and Benefit Eligible
Vacancy #: 058-16, Apply by 06/24/16

Actively supports and upholds the City’s stated mission and values. Under the direct supervision of the Comprehensive Planning Manager employees of this class perform planning duties related to the design, development and implementation of specific plans, neighborhood, and district/activity center plans conforming to the Flagstaff Regional Plan and the Zoning Code and the needs of a developing community that has expectations for outstanding community design.

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES:

• Supervisory: This job has lead-worker responsibilities (coordinates and monitors the work of others), but does not supervise.
• Budgetary: This job does not have budgetary responsibilities, but carries out day-to-day activities within approved budget.
• Strategic Planning: This job does not have strategic planning responsibilities, but carries out day-to-day activities in order to reach the stated goals and objectives.
• Policies/Procedures: This job has partial responsibility for policies and procedures (assists with developing, implementing, and interpreting) at the program level.
• Compliance: This job has partial responsibility (follows, assists in ensuring compliance with, and may enforce) federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations as well as City policies and procedures.
• Council Communications: This job represents matters at Council meetings at the program level.
• Reporting: This job does not have duties related to reporting to Federal/State/Local agencies.

EXAMPLES OF THE WORK PERFORMED (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY):

• Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Interprets Regional Plan goals and policies for the general public, co-workers, and other governmental agencies.
• Performs independent analysis and makes recommendations to senior staff.
• Performs professional level routine to mid-range planning functions associated with municipal planning, neighborhood plans, and community design in a designated area.
• Identifies planning districts and develops plans and guidelines for neighborhoods, historic districts, and other areas.
• Participates in the development of neighborhood and district revitalization and redevelopment strategies in conjunction with Community Investment Division staff.
• Initiates, schedules, and participates in public meetings, and organizes citizen involvement in community planning and community design matters.
• Prepares and presents verbal and written reports to the City Council, various citizen commissions, the city manager, and division heads.
• Attends agency, commission, staff, and community meetings relating to specific plans and other planning matters.
• Works with the Comprehensive Planning Manager to ensure compliance with the adopted Regional Plan.
• Conducts research projects concerning, for example, land use, transportation, zoning, population, economic base, and redevelopment.
• As available may provide assistance to the Current Planning Program, by providing assistance at the CD front counter, performing analysis of the Zoning Code including compliance review; answering questions from the public and performing reviews of small scale/minor development applications as assigned.
• Assists in the preparation of studies and reports regarding amendments to the Zoning Code.
• Performs research duties as assigned (including process and operations review, implementing new planning technologies, code amendment review, etc.).
• Assists with data collection and analysis, and with the preparation of the Regional Plan Annual Report.
• Performs entry to moderate level planning duties associated with comprehensive planning as well as handling special projects and providing current planning assistance as needed.
• Performs liaison responsibilities to neighborhood groups and establishes and maintains strong lines of communication with pertinent entities associated with current planning, neighborhood planning, and specific planning issues.
• May be assigned responsibility for particular projects or phases of planning and design work and as necessary.
• May perform support functions for the Current Planning Program, as time and duties allows. 
• Performs related duties, as assigned. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Urban Planning, Urban Design, or other related field that provides appropriate planning background.
Or any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the above minimum requirements.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

• 1 year of planning experience.
• Experience with general plan and zoning laws and related court decisions.
• Experience with GIS and other computer application software such as Adobe InDesign, Sketch-Up or Community-Viz.
• Experience in community relations, public involvement, or media relations.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess, or obtain upon employment, a valid Arizona driver’s license.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity.
• Ability to attend meetings in the evenings as necessitated by the job.
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• REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY):
• Strong team building skills and ability to obtain consensus within groups.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of zoning, land use, site planning and urban design.
• Commitment to acquire working knowledge of the principles of Traditional Neighborhood Design and Form Based Codes.
• Commitment to acquire knowledge of Arizona’s Growing Smarter and other land use/planning statutes.
• Strong knowledge and experience of the principles of community planning and design and the ability to graphically explain both.
• Ability to learn and apply the city's regional plan policies and zoning code standards.
• Ability to conduct original research and make sound administrative analysis relating to policy and management problems.
• Ability to perform research, conducts independent investigations, and applies planning and zoning regulations to new development and permit applications.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a high degree of organization and attention to detail in the task assigned.
• Ability to write professionally, particularly the ability to coordinate and write professional level plans (planning documents).
• Ability to complete work assignments in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ability to make professional level oral presentations.
• Plan and illustrative graphic skills.
• Basic skills related to the use of ArcGIS and AutoCAD.
• Strong skills in the use of word-processing, spreadsheet, project, photographic, and presentation software.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and use hands and fingers to handle and feel and is occasionally required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must occasionally/regularly/frequently lift and/or move up to ten pounds.
• There are no special vision requirements for this position.
• Working conditions include irregular working hours as dictated by meetings, activities, and events.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

CLASSIFICATION INFORMATION: Range 10, B-2-6, FLSA non-exempt.

TO APPLY ONLINE:
In order to apply for this position you will have to fill out a City of Flagstaff application on our website. Visit our website to apply or for more information on this position and other opportunities. You will find complete job descriptions, requirements and application information at: http://www.flagstaff.az.gov/jobs

TO APPLY IN PERSON:
Applications are available and can be turned in at: 211 W. Aspen Ave., Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Call our general information line at 928-213-2090 to request an application by mail to:humanresources@flagstaffaz.gov
Additional information about current and open job vacancies can also be found by calling our job line at (800) 463-1389.

The City of Flagstaff respects, values and welcomes diversity in our workforce.
To this end, we encourage all interested people to apply.
Paid Holidays • Paid Vacation Days • Paid Sick Days • Health/Dental/Life/Vision Insurance

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Healthy Start Evaluation Analyst - Maricopa County Dept. of Public Health - Phoenix, Arizona

Healthy Start Evaluation Analyst

Maricopa County Dept. of Public Health

Phoenix, Arizona

Closing Date/Time: Mon. 05/02/16 11:59 PM Arizona Time
Salary: $44,616.00 - $82,617.60 Annually

The purpose of this position is to manage all Healthy Start (HS) projects related to quality assurance, quality improvement, program performance monitoring, and evaluation in accordance with HRSA guidelines; this position is responsible for the creation and monitoring of systems that pertain to data collection, analysis and dissemination including professional publication that advances the field of maternal and child health and the factors that contribute to infant mortality including racial, ethnic and socioeconomic factors.

Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Public/Business Administration, Public Health or a closely related field and two (2) years of experience in conducting research studies, including compiling data and writing reports and summaries related to public program design, implementation and evaluation. A combination of related education and experience may be considered in substitution for the minimum experience qualifications on a year per year basis.

Specialized Training, Certifications, and/or Other Special Requirements:
Degrees/credits must be from an academically accredited college or university as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education (CHEA).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Must have a general understanding of relational database design as it relates to data gathering and reporting applications; Must be highly detail oriented; must possess a working knowledge of data collection and evaluation principles and strategies and possess the ability to effectively communicate complex ideas, data and reports. Knowledge of maternal and child health indicators and the factors that contribute to infant mortality. Knowledge of the racial, ethnic and socioeconomic diversity of the population, well as health care and social service resources available in the area. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing,. Must demonstrate the ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:
Master's degree in Public Health; Experience in program design, implementation and evaluation preferred. Advanced skills with Word, Excel and Access.

Working Conditions:
Participate in emergency response training and respond to incidents as necessary.

Essential Job Tasks:
Design and monitor data information systems, including data collection and reporting, in compliance with all grant requirements in order to obtain the following information: participant demographics, health and psychosocial history, utilization of community resources, assessment results, participant specific program interventions, and measurable participant outcomes in relation to program interventions. Responsible for ongoing quality assurance which includes a comprehensive analysis of data systems on weekly, monthly and annual basis in order to identify staff compliance and accuracy of data entry; implements Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) projects related to the data information systems in order to enhance program service provision. Prepare comprehensive monthly reports for Program Supervisor detailing data analysis findings in relation to program performance. In compliance with grant requirements, develop and implement ongoing data and performance evaluation to measure the impact of Healthy Start services in improving women's health before, during and after pregnancy. Manage sub-contract for external evaluation consultant as needed, including the scope of work and monitoring of contract deliverables. Evaluation plans must include an assessment of how local Healthy Start services increase community capacity to improve perinatal outcomes and will include partnerships with county and state epidemiology personnel, community data partners such as Maricopa Integrated Health Systems (MIHS), the Office of Family Health (OFH) Information Management Analyst and project staff. Responsible for timely query and submission of all data related reports, such as Managing For Results, First Things First, Navigator and HRSA data submissions. Work closely with Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) Epidemiology Department to complete research and documentation for related professional publications and public health conference poster presentations. Works closely with Healthy Start program leadership to ensure seamless implementation of Healthy Start services across the Program; attends regular Healthy Start case conferences and team meetings; provides staff training and ongoing technical support regarding the data information systems.

Selection Procedure:
The hiring authority will select the successful candidate based on departmental needs.

Typically successful candidates are hired at a salary rate, up to midpoint of the range, based on applicable experience, internal equity and budgetary allowances.

Program Associate, Sonoran Institute - Phoenix or Tucson, AZ

Program Associate

Sonoran Institute

 

Professional Area: 

Architecture

Community Development and Redevelopment

Economic Planning and Development

Environmental and Natural Resources Planning

Landscape Architecture

Information Technology / GIS

Experience: 

3-5 years

Contact person: 

Ryan VanDero

Fax: 

5209175004

Email: 

careers@sonoraninstitute.org

Website: 

http://www.sonoraninstitute.org

Location: 

Phoenix or Tucson, AZ

PROGRAM ASSOCIATE, Sun Corridor Legacy Program (SCLP)

Who we are 

The Sonoran Institute inspires and enables community decisions and public policies that respect the land and people of western North America.  Facing rapid change, Western communities recognize and value the importance of protecting their natural and cultural assets.  The Sonoran Institute offers tools, training and sound information for managing growth and change and encourages collaboration, civil dialogue and big-picture thinking to create practical solutions. 

General Overview

This full time regular Program Associate position provides GIS and planning support for a wide range of projects and activities in the Sun Corridor program. This position will involve research, data analysis, product development, and presentations associated with projects and program activities. On occasion, field work will be required, which may include monitoring environmental indicators, site visits, photography trips, and interviewing members of the public, among other tasks. The Program Associate will collaborate in a team-oriented work environment and will be expected to work under limited direct supervision on tasks assigned.

Key Responsibilities

The Sun Corridor Legacy Program focuses on addressing a variety of complex challenges that surround the mega region that includes the cities of Tucson, Phoenix, and Prescott. As the largest and fastest growing populated area in the Intermountain West, the Sun Corridor presents opportunity for the Sonoran Institute to discover new ideas that will bridge sustainability, economic growth, and the unique culture of the region.

• Program Support:  will carry out research, data analysis, field work, product development, and program-related presentations, including the preparation of written reports describing this work and its findings.
• Stakeholder & Community Engagement:  will provide support to the program with regard to stakeholders and community leaders, which may involve data collection, process facilitation, and public presentations.
• Development & Communication:  w will assist the Program Director in the preparation of proposals, reports, and other collateral materials to potential and current program sponsors, as well as communications materials designed to promote the program to technical and general audiences.
• Program Management:  The Program Associate will collaborate with program and budget managers to develop and implement project schedules that meet objectives for cost and time factors.

Qualifications

• A Master’s  degree in Urban or Regional Planning, Ecology, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Sustainability, Political Science, or Environmental Sciences; or similar, with at least three years relevant work experience; or a Bachelor’s Degree with five or more year’s work experience required. 
• Professionals with skills including writing, public speaking, GIS, Microsoft Office
• Comfort with being primarily self-motivated
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS) proficient

To Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity with Sonoran Institute, please send your cover letter, resume, writing sample such as college research paper and a one page letter explaining why you are interested in the Sonoran Institute to Human Resources careers@sonoraninstitute.org         

Principal Planner, City of Phoenix - Phoenix, AZ

Principal Planner

City of Phoenix

Professional Area: 

Transportation Planning

Experience: 

5-7 years

Website: 

https://www.phoenix.gov/employment

Location: 

Phoenix, AZ

ABOUT THIS POSITION

This fast-paced position is responsible for planning and programming major transportation projects in the City of Phoenix.  The successful candidate must possess effective communication skills and coordination abilities with other governmental and transportation agencies, including: FHWA, ADOT, MAG, MCDOT/FCD, and other cities and towns in the state.  This position is also responsible for coordination of planning projects, and project development, with internal divisions and sections (transit, fiscal, street maintenance, traffic services, environmental services, design & construction management) and other City of Phoenix departments, such as Planning & Development and Neighborhood Services.  This position is also responsible for researching and completing grant applications, status reports, required documents, project agreements, etc. for federal and regionally-funded transportation projects.  As well, this Principal Planner will be helping, and at times leading, with the development of the Street Transportation Department’s Capital Improvement Program; leading transportation planning project efforts; the development of a long-range transportation plan; coordinating and leading public meetings; special projects, and; analysis of financial, demographic and transportation data, and; social trends.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online at https://www.phoenix.gov/employment by completing the required information and attaching your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above.  

YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME ,PLUS ANY OTHER REQUESTED MATERIAL, MUST BE IN ONE ATTACHMENT.  Only online applications are accepted for this position.  The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.

REFERENCE

Principal Planner, Job Code #18240, ID #16052, 9/2015, AB, 6mo, 007, Q

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, PUBLIC MANAGEMENT, Arizona State University - Phoenix, AZ

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, PUBLIC MANAGEMENT (JOB #11266)

The Arizona State University School of Public Affairs (SPA) invites applications for a public management faculty position at the Assistant level. Hiring will focus on active, entrepreneurial emerging scholars desiring to work collaboratively across disciplinary lines as they establish themselves as leaders in public management research. The School is particularly interested in candidates who focus on management in local government, urban environments, intergovernmental relations, nonprofits, public service delivery networks, community development, performance measurement, human resources, or other areas that fit with the School’s research areas.
SPA has embarked upon a period of unprecedented growth as a strategically important element in Arizona State University’s emergence as a “New American University.” This has included the hiring of top scholars in public management as well as the addition of new programs. SPA is home to a number of applied research centers that focus on areas such as organizational design, urban innovation, science policy, and policy informatics. Our location in downtown Phoenix affords opportunities for collaboration with state, city and county governments, nonprofits, and access to the amenities of a thriving urban center.
SPA offers Bachelor degrees in Public Service and Public Policy and Urban and Metropolitan Studies; the Master of Public Administration; the Master of Public Policy; and the Ph.D. in Public Administration and Policy. The student body at the College of Public Service and Community Solutions is majority-minority and the School continues to attract a growing and diverse array of students motivated by the promise of public service and drawn to the unique opportunity of an interdisciplinary public affairs education. Please visit our web site at https://spa.asu.edu
Required Qualifications: Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, or related field at the time of appointment. Candidates must demonstrate strong research and teaching interests in core areas of public management and public administration or policy, including a demonstrable record or promise of high quality research in leading publications and excellent teaching. Faculty members are expected to pursue external funding to support research; evidence of the ability to do this should be highlighted.
Desired Qualifications: Most important, we seek a candidate with demonstrated excellence and strong potential in research that will contribute to and enhance the School’s national and international reputation and a commitment to teaching in a diverse environment. This nine-month position begins August 2016.
Applications Procedure: Only electronic applications will be reviewed. Applicants are asked to upload the following as one document only in a Word doc or PDF format:
Complete applications must include the following:

1. Cover letter describing the applicant’s research and teaching interests
   
2. Curriculum Vitae
   
3. One writing sample
   
4. Names of three references with full contact information
   

Upload application as one combined document to https://publicservice.asu.edu/content/jobs The review of applications will beginning on October 1, 2015, if not filled, reviews will occur every two weeks thereafter until the search is closed.
Please direct any questions about the position to Dr. Mary K. Feeney, the Search Committee Chair, at mkfeeney@asu.edu. For more information on ASU and SPA, please see http://spa.asu.edu.
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Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All
qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. For a complete statement of ASU’s nondiscrimination statement, refer to http://www.asu.edu/aad/manuals/acd/acd401.html and https://www.asu.edu/titleIX/. Background check required prior to employment.

Interest in policy offerings overlapping with other ASU units is

preferred. Joint appointments are a possibility for qualified candidates where appropriate.

ASU offers applicants an opportunity to voluntarily self-disclose information for the University affirmative action plan; applicants may complete an EEO survey for the position they are applying for online. Information you will need to complete the EEO survey: Job Number:11266, Job Title: Assistant Professor, Department Name: School of Public Affairs.

Researcher, The Center for Organizational Research and Design at Arizona State University -

The Center for Organization Research and Design at Arizona State University seeks to employ a postdoctoral researcher to work with ASU researchers on a project entitled "Institutional Design for Public Value." The project is directed by Professor Barry Bozeman, CORD director, in collaboration with ASU President Michael Crow. The postdoc holder will report to and collaborate with Bozeman and other ASU faculty and graduate students.

The successful applicant will have excellent writing skills and fluency with English, willingness to collaborate and work with teams. It is not expected that applicants will be specialists in public values theory or research but that they will have a strong interest in learning about public values issues in public administration and policy. No teaching is required for the position but opportunities for teaching may be available if desired. A doctoral degree is required but there is not restriction on academic discipline. The successful candidate will have a strong interest in producing high quality, publishable, academic research.

The position is for 9 months or one year, negotiable. The postdoctoral appointment pays $45,000 for nine months, plus benefits. U.S citizenship is not required. There is a possibility of extension after the first appointment. The appointment can be immediately but must be effective no later than January, 2016. Assistant professors interested in one-year leave are also welcome to apply.

Applicants should send an email expressing interest, a CV, and names of two references, along with contact information, to Professor Bozeman via email: bbozeman@asu.edu. For information about CORD see https://cord.asu.edu/ 

Associate Planner - City of Sedona, AZ

Associate Planner

Job #51666

City of Sedona
Sedona, AZ

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Job at a Glance
Job Category	Community Development and Redevelopment
Job Level	Mid I (1-4 years)
Salary Range	$48,027.53 - $69,256.05/annually
AICP Certification	Not Required

Job Description

Essential Functions
1. Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for assigned planning programs. 
2. Receive and review zoning amendment requests, development proposals, and applications for compliance with appropriate ordinances, regulations, and policies. 
3. Research, analyze and interpret social, economic, population and land use data and trends; prepare written reports and recommendations on various planning matters and elements of the Community Plan. 
4. Research, prepare and present reports and recommendations for a variety of commissions, committees and the City Council; make public presentations and recommendations on various aspects of planning services and activities. 
5. Answer questions and provide information to the public regarding zoning, land use and the Community Plan. 
6. Provide public information and input opportunities including coordination with local citizen groups and community representatives and local and regional agencies; make informational public presentations and evaluate and document citizen input. 
7. Coordinate and maintain effective communication with local media. 
8. Participate in the development of the Community Plan; review and evaluate consultant prepared reports and work products; prepare and present Community Plan related programs to various agencies. 
9. Compile information, make recommendations and prepare planning reports on special studies pertaining to land use and community development issues and activities. 
10. Ability to work in organized team efforts and assist in problem solving work related issues for continuous improvement in work efforts. 
11. Review of single-family residential building permits, plans as needed. 
12. Provide backup front counter coverage as necessary. 
13. Review, process, and make recommendations on requests for liquor licenses and special event liquor licenses. 

Contact Information
Contact Name	Brenda Tammarine
Phone	928-203-5189
Fax	928-282-1394
Email	HumanResources@SedonaAZ.gov
Website	www.sedonaaz.gov/Sedonacms/index.aspx?recordid=209&page=510
Postal Address	102 Roadrunner Dr. Sedona, AZ 86336

Senior City Plans Examiner, Creative Human Resources Concepts, LLC - Mesa, AZ

Senior City Plans Examiner 

Creative Human Resources Concepts, LLC

April 14, 2015 

Professional Area: 

Other topics not covered above

Experience: 

3-5 years

Email: 

pcart@chrc4work.com

Website: 

http://www.chrc4work.com

Location: 

Mesa, AZ

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS

Creative Human Resources Concepts, LLC (CHRC) is currently recruiting for contract, long term assignment for a client located in Mesa, AZ.

Senior City Plans Examiner 
JOB DESCRIPTION: Will perform advanced and complex plans examination work and coordinate multidisciplinary plan review activities in support of the central plans review function.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE: 

• Communicates with plan review team members, developers, the general public, other employees, vendors, management, contractors, public officials, architects, engineers, and other development-related personnel in order to comprehend a proposed development and explain the applicable regulations/policies in everyday terms. 
• Prepares written plans review reports, investigation reports, letters, memos, code amendments, and ordinances. 
• Makes effective presentations and fulfill occasional training/speaking assignments. 
• Comprehends verbal communications in response to in-person or phone inquiries to the general public and development industry representatives. 
• Inspects, monitors, and evaluates information to determine compliance with prescribed safety and development standards, regulations, guidelines, etc. 
• Distinguishes colors (i.e., working with electrical wires) to verify compliance with development regulations and codes. 
• Operates a motor vehicle (automobile or pick-up truck) requiring a standard Arizona Driver’s License to inspect or investigate development sites. 
• Prepares and/or updates forms and handouts in order to facilitate providing public information and perform plans review duties. 
• Prepares development plans review reports for distribution to permit applicants and other staff. 
• Moves objects (construction documents/plans weighing up to 40 lbs.) up and down stairs for distances of up to 100 feet. 
• Conducts pre-development and pre-design review meetings to convey the client’s development requirements. 
• Reviews and confirms project quantities and cost estimates for labor and/or material from engineering and architectural plans and related documents. 
• Serves as a central point of contact for customers, clients, and other departmental staff. 
• Addresses concerns and resolves sensitive issues, conflicts, and technical problems

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES: 

• Graduation from high school or GED. 
• Any combination of training, education and experience equivalent to a minimum of 5 years of specific city plans review experience related to the program area of Fire, and interpreting and applying codes, ordinances, and national standards (example: building, mechanical, plumbing, electric, fire, civil engineering) to include compliance with standard operating procedures, federal regulations (American with Disabilities Act [ADA], Federal Aviation Administration [FAA], Housing and Urban Development [HUD], etc.), state regulations (Arizona with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines [AzDAAG], Fire Codes, Health Codes, Maricopa Association of Governments [MAG], etc.), or other standards/guidelines (City development regulations and codes). 
• Must possess a valid Arizona Driver’s License by hire date. 
• Certification as a Fire Inspector and certification as a Building Plans Examiner are highly desirable for Fire assignment. 
• College or technical school coursework pertinent to the assigned function (example: civil or mechanical engineering, architecture, building construction, or a closely related field) is preferred. 
• Ability to read and interpret engineering, architectural, and construction drawings and diagrams; 
• Ability to prepare clear and concise written plans and review comments in order to specify information, requirements, and calculations that are necessary to prepare plans for approval. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. 
• Ability to use a PC (e.g., word processing, database, spreadsheet). 
• Position will require Personal Protective Equipment Specialty Safety Clothing to include leather gloves, steel toed shoes, etc.

Any job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of criminal background check, employment verifications, reference checks and possible polygraph, fingerprinting and pre-employment drug screen.

All qualified candidates for this position must be eligible to work in the United States.

HOURS/SHIFT: M-Th – 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

PAY RATE: $27.32/hr.

TERM: Contract – Long Term Qualified applicants can email their resumes for review to email@chrc4work.com.

Director of Community Development - City of Sierra Vista, AZ

Director of Community Development

City of Sierra Vista

March 26, 2015

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Experience: 

More than 10 years

Contact person: 

Mary Jacobs

Phone: 

520-458-3315

Fax: 

520-

Email: 

mary.jacobs@sierravistaaz.gov

Website: 

http://www.sierravistaaz.gov

Location: 

Sierra Vista, AZ

For a complete job description please copy and paste to your browser:http://www.sierravistaaz.gov/egov/documents/1426779642_37083.pdf

The Position Reports to: Assistant City Manager Under administrative direction, plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates the activities of the Community Development Department. Community Development consists of the Planning Zoning, Building, and Neighborhood Enhancement divisions.

The Person RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for municipal planning, zoning; plan review and inspection of private sector developments; flood plain administrator, and zoning administrator for the City of Sierra Vista.

Performs oversight and key duties relative to short term and long term planning tasks including but not limited to: site plan reviews; entitlement process reviews and duties; general plan updates; zoning ordinance updates; design and architectural guidelines development; subdivision code updates; census districting; etc. Interprets and administers codes, development agreements, general planning, municipal policies, and development procedures; revises, maintains, and manages development codes and land use policies.

Provides administrative support and services for the Planning and Zoning Commission, Board of Adjustments, Hearing Officer and Board of Appeals. Provides information, recommendations to developers, engineers, architects and general public; prepares technical reports and makes oral presentations; prepares and/or recommends revisions of codes and ordinances.

Develops, implements, and evaluates departmental policies, procedures, strategies and goals; maintains, updates, and ensures procedural compliance for programs; develops strategic planning objectives in conjunction with other departments.

Sets priorities and establishes the administrative direction for Community Development; directs long range department planning projects and current activities.

Provides strategic and daily departmental leadership and oversight of the Department, to include: prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff is trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.

Oversees operations and personnel including consultants; directs and participates in the preparation of departmental budgets, financial reports, and operational and/or capital improvement budgets; and monitors revenues and expenditures. Drafts a variety of ordinances and other formal documents for review by the City Attorney and approval of the City Council; confers with City departments, City management, and the Council regarding City planning and development issues; attends City Council, Planning and Zoning, and Development Review Committee meetings and makes presentations; provides advice to the Mayor and Council relative to legislative issues affecting urban planning, urban development, and code enforcement; provides information to the media and the public regarding community development issues.

Attends meetings with other City departments and outside agencies, and makes presentations to the public.

Works closely with Economic Development personnel and efforts; meets with potential locators as necessary, advising and providing pertinent information.

Coordinates with IT Division on maintenance and use of the City’s GIS programs.

Directs the management of resources related to code compliance efforts associated with City codes such as nuisance, habitability and maintenance standards and related codes and abatement procedures. Also directs the management of the City’s federally funded Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Programs.

KNOWLEDGE:

• The principles, concepts, practices of municipal management, including budget development and administration. 
• Federal, state, and local laws, regulations, codes pertinent to urban planning and development, including ADA. 
• The principles and practices of urban planning and development. 
• Neighborhood preservation, code enforcement, federally funded community development and subsidized housing programs. 
• City organization, operations, policies and procedures. 
• Principles, practices, and concepts of leading a multi-function department.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Organizing, staffing, planning, and management of urban planning processes and the enforcement of building and zoning codes. 
• Communicating effectively, orally and in writing, including making frequent public presentations to the City Council, and various commissions. 
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with professional engineers, developers, builders, contractors, other agencies, and the public. 
• Listening to diverse citizens and community advocates concerning planning and zoning issues. 
• Strategic planning and organizational development. • Urban planning, zoning, building inspection, and plans examination. 
• Grant research and writing. 
• Managing staff, delegating tasks and authority, and coaching to improve staff performance. 
• Analyzing problems, resolving disputes and grievances, and implementing effective solutions. 
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands. 
• Researching, preparing, reviewing and presenting management reports. 
• Supervisory skills, employee evaluations, and training methods. 
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines. 
• Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software. 
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers and the public. 
• Communicating effectively, verbally and in writing, including public speaking in front of large and Small audiences.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, or related field, ten (10) years experience in public sector urban planning, of which five (5) years were in a management capacity. Masters Degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field. AICP preferred. Arizona driver license or the ability to obtain one.

Degree must be from an institution accredited by one of the six regional accreditation boards: 

• MSA 
• Middle States Association 
• NASC 
• Northwest Association of Schools & Colleges 
• NCA 
• North Central Association of Colleges & Schools 
• NEASC
• New England Association of Schools & Colleges 
• SACS 
• Southern Association of Colleges & Schools 
• WASC 
• Western Association of Schools & Colleges

SELECTION PROCESS:
Visit www.SierraVistaAZ.gov and click on "Apply for a City Job" under "Quick Links." Only applications submitted through the on-line system will be accepted. Position is open until filled, with a first review on April 17 with phone interviews planned for the week of April 27 and in-person interviews the week of May 18. The City will provide a $500 travel stipend for out-of-state finalist candidates invited to come to Sierra Vista.

REFERENCES & BACKGROUND INFORMATION: 
It is the City’s policy to complete an extensive background and reference check of candidates. Once strong mutual interest has been established, candidates are asked to provide a list of references. Candidates will be asked to sign an authorization to release information for the purpose of background investigation, which will include verification of education, credit check, criminal and driving records. Should an offer be extended prior to the completion of these checks, the offer will be made contingent on the successful completion of the reference and background checks.