Top 78 Urban planning Jobs in Mesa Az

Director, Planning and Development Department
Maricopa County —Phoenix, AZ
- $160,000 - $234,000 a year
- Online Application
- 5 years
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Wellness program
- Tuition reimbursement
Urban Planning and Policy Planner II - Planning & Development
City of Phoenix —Phoenix, AZ
- $70,886.40 - $121,243.20 a year
- Online Application
- Spanish
- Clean driving record
- Writing skills
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
13d
Transportation Planner
City of Glendale, AZ —Glendale, AZ
- $66,264 - $104,364 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Office
Transportation Planner, Senior
City of Tempe Arizona —Tempe, AZ
- $82,200 - $121,200 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Civil engineering
- Office
- 3 years
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Planner
Colliers Engineering & Design —Phoenix, AZ
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- English
- Office
Quick Apply
Land Planner
Kimley-Horn —Mesa, AZ
- Writing skills
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
3d
Water Program & Policy Analyst
City of Scottsdale —Scottsdale, AZ
- $88,670.40 - $120,889.60 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Remote
- Background check
- 5 years
- Criminal background check
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Planning Project Manager
Maricopa County —Phoenix, AZ
- $75,000 - $121,000 a year
- Online Application
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Engineering
- Wellness program
- Tuition reimbursement
Project Planner (Private Land Development)
Core States Group —Scottsdale, AZ
- $85,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
13d
Planner Technician
Snell & Wilmer L.L.P. —Phoenix, AZ
- Monday to Friday
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- Business development
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
Quick Apply
Environmental Planner
Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. —Phoenix, AZ
- $35 - $52 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
Senior Planner (Private Land Development)
Core States Group —Scottsdale, AZ
- $115,000 - $165,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 7 years
- Public speaking
- Research
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
13d
Transportation Planner, Sr.
City of Glendale, AZ —Glendale, AZ
- $80,544 - $120,816 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Customer service
- Writing skills
Management Analyst
Maricopa Association of Governments —Phoenix, AZ
- $68,966.43 - $103,449.65 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
11d
Director Land Planning & Entitlement
Pulte Arizona Services, Inc. —Scottsdale, AZ
- Full-time
- 6 years
- Driver's License
- Driving
Environmental Planner (Transportation focused)
AECOM —Phoenix, AZ
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- Driver's License
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
Community Development Senior Program Manager
City of Chandler —Chandler, AZ
- $92,248.00 - $133,723.20 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Clean driving record
- Customer service
- Pass drug screening
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
14d
Senior Planner - AMERCO Real Estate Company
U-Haul —Phoenix, AZ
- Full-time
- Management
- Mentoring
- Organizational skills
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
11d
Senior Management Analyst
Maricopa Association of Governments —Phoenix, AZ
- $81,939.02 - $122,908.53 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Research
- Office
11d
National VP of Forward Planning and Entitlements
K. Hovnanian Homes —Phoenix, AZ
- Full-time
- Up to 50% travel
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance

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Director, Planning and Development Department

Maricopa County -
Phoenix, AZ

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Job Details

Full-time
$160,000 - $234,000 a year

Benefits

Wellness program
Tuition reimbursement
Parental leave
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Customer communication
Managing engineering teams
Bachelor's degree
General management

Full Job Description

Posting Date

07/13/26

Application Deadline

08/13/26

Pay Range

$160,000 – $234,000 annually

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

County Manager

About the Position

Maricopa County, the nation's fourth-largest County in terms of population, with nearly 4 million residents, is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader to direct the County's Planning and Development Department. The Planning and Development Director provides strategic leadership for Maricopa County’s Planning and Development Department. The position oversees planning and zoning, plan review, building inspections, engineering, drainage administration, permit services, code compliance, and administrative operations for unincorporated Maricopa County.

The director leads a customer-focused department of 128 employees responsible for balancing responsible growth, public safety, regulatory compliance, process improvement, and high-quality service to residents, applicants, elected officials, appointed boards, and partner agencies.

About Us

Maricopa County is GROWING. At the Maricopa County Planning and Development Department, we want you to join us in making that growth possible! With our wide range of services from land-use planning to building inspections and permit review, we have positions that allow professionals in the planning, construction, engineering, and trades fields to shape the future of the built environment.

Want to learn more about the exciting work being done at the Maricopa County Planning and Development Department? Check out our video here !

Proud To Offer

Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% contribution rate per paycheck that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

Ten years of leading multiple work teams in a Planning, Development Services, or municipality environment, including five years of supervisory experience managing technical and administrative staff
Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Public Administration, or a closely related field

We Also Value

Ability to provide oversight for a large department budget; demonstrated ability to manage and develop new and revised solutions for complex issues; strong managerial skills relevant to a diverse workforce
Knowledge of Urban and Land Use planning, development services, code enforcement, building codes, and permitting
Experience working with elected officials, appointed boards, residents, applicants, developers, and partner agencies
Ability to communicate complex technical and policy issues clearly to varied audiences

Job Contributions

Provides executive leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight for all divisions within the Planning and Development Department; maintains effective communication throughout the organization; and responds to and resolves complex department issues, complaints, and inquiries
Assures the fiscal soundness of the department budget
Reviews and approves Board of Supervisors' agenda items on behalf of the department
Develops, implements, and improves systems, procedures, and technology to simplify and enhance the development process, including ongoing improvements to the One Stop Shop program and other customer service initiatives
Works with applicants, department staff, appointed boards and commissions (such as the Planning and Zoning Commission, Board of Adjustment, Building Code Advisory Board), other county departments, community stakeholders, and elected officials to effectively resolve conflicts and address complex planning, development, building safety, engineering, and code compliance issues
Communicates and works with developers, community organizations, neighborhood associations, and public officials on current and proposed development projects
Makes presentations and responds to the Board of Supervisors' inquiries regarding sensitive, complex, or high-profile development proposals, policy matters, ordinance updates, and department initiatives
Reviews development projects and oversees the consistent interpretation and application of county codes, ordinances, policies, and procedures related to planning, zoning, building safety, engineering, drainage, and code compliance
Represents the county in interactions with the community, local, state, and federal agencies, legislative bodies, professional organizations, other county departments, and the general public to identify needs, address concerns, and provide high-quality service
Leads members of the management team in formulating and establishing departmental goals, policies, procedures, strategies, and operational priorities
Approves changes in administrative procedures, major strategies, and implementation plans to support regulatory updates, service improvements, and organizational effectiveness
Establishes, monitors, and reports on department performance measures, including service levels, permit processing timelines, inspection activity, budget performance, customer service, and progress on strategic initiatives
Evaluates employees, supports leadership development, and addresses performance concerns by implementing fair and consistent performance improvement and disciplinary actions as necessary

Working Conditions

The employee in this position typically works in an office or administrative environment and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. The employee may be required to exert up to 1 0 pounds occasionally or negligible weights frequently and is primarily sedentary.

Selection Procedure

Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [email protected] to initiate the interactive process.

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