Park Planner Senior

The Park Planner Senior is responsible for leading and managing complex planning and development projects for parks, trails, open space, and recreational facilities. The position plays a key role in long-range planning, master planning, capital project development, grant acquisition, and public engagement.

Requirements

• Three years of progressively responsible professional experience in park or open space planning, including at least one year in a supervisory role
• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, Parks and Recreation Management, Environmental Design, or related field
• Post-secondary education in a related field may substitute for up to two years of required experience
• Successful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire
• Certified as an American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)
• Supervisory experience in a public agency or multidisciplinary team setting
• Experience managing staff performance, mentoring planners, or leading project teams
• Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and coordination
• Proficient in GIS, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, or related planning/design software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including public presentations and report writing
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines
• Knowledge of environmental regulations, ADA compliance, and sustainable design principles
• Experience in interagency collaboration or working in a public-sector environment

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Child Care Benefits
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare
• Parental Leave
• Wellness Program