Town of Gilbert
Planner II & Planner Senior
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Planner II & Planner Senior
Salary
$72,775.00 - $121,760.00 Annually
Location
90 E. Civic Center Drive, AZ
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
25-0256
Department
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Opening Date
08/14/2025
Closing Date
9/17/2025 11:59 PM Arizona
Description
Benefits
Questions
We Are Seeking
Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Planner II or Planner Senior . With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best-in-class service to our citizens while offering the opportunity for professional growth in a rewarding and innovative work environment.
Both the Planner II and Planner Sr. positions report to the Principal Planner.
The primary job duties of Planner II include:
Function as the case planner/project manager to facilitate and coordinate the planning review process with internal staff, applicants, legal counsel, and external agencies to finalize negotiations and maintain standards prior to official review hearings.
Evaluate land development requests for general plan amendments, rezoning, use permits, variances, design review, appeals, annexations, and preliminary plats.
Review and maintain data and records in the management system.
Research and analyze land development code (LDC) provisions, prepare staff recommendations, and draft ordinances.
Write staff reports including analysis, recommendations, conditions of approvals, ordinances, and resolutions.
Present planning projects to various boards, commissions, leadership, and the Town Council.
See Full Job Description Here (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/gilbert/classspecs/966991?keywords=planner%20&pagetype=classSpecifications)
The primary job duties of a Planner Senior include:
Assists the Planning Manager in developing short- and long-term department and Town goals.
Evaluate complex land development requests for general plan amendments, rezoning, use permits, variances, design review, appeals, annexations, and preliminary plats.
Review and maintain data and records in information management systems.
Act as a project manager to coordinate the planning review process with internal staff, applicants, legal counsel, and external agencies to finalize negotiations and maintain development standards prior to official review hearings.
Research and analyze Land Development Code (LDC) provisions and municipal code regulations, and prepare staff recommendations, draft ordinances, and resolutions as applicable.
Prepare public hearing notices.
See Full Job Description Here (http://ttps://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/gilbert/classspecs/966992?keywords=planner%20&pagetype=classSpecifications)
The salary shown in the posting is the minimum for Planner II and the maximum for Planner Sr.
The Planner II and Planner Sr. are At-Will positions and FLSA Exempt – ineligible for overtime compensation.
About You
At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:
Planner II Candidates must possess the following requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Land Use Planning, Geography, Public Administration, Architecture, Environmental Design, or a closely related field.
2 years or more of Municipal Planning experience in the Public or Private Sector.
Any equivalent combination of experience and training provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
Valid Arizona Driver's License.
Pay Range for a Planner II is $72,775.00 to $109,163.00
Planner Senior Candidates must possess the following requirements:
Bachelor's degree in urban planning, urban design, land use planning, geography, public administration, architecture, environmental design, or related field.
Master's Degree in the same preferred, but not required.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in municipal planning, public or private sector.
Valid Arizona Driver's License.
American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) preferred.
Pay Range for a Senior Planner is $81,173.00 to $121,760.00
These positions currently work a hybrid remote work schedule consisting of 4/10-hour days, Monday through Thursday. The department's needs determine which days are in-office and which days are remote. Remote work privileges are approved at the sole discretion of the department director; as such, the department reserves the right to modify or discontinue remote work arrangements at any point.
The first review of applications will take place on Thursday, August 21, 2025, followed by a second review on Thursday, September 4, 2025, and a final review on Thursday, September 18, 2025.
Why Team Gilbert?
Gilbert’s Mission: Anticipate. Create. Help People
Our Values : DRIVEN, KIND, BOLD, HUMBLE
Awards: (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/about-us/team-gilbert/awards-accolades) We are proud of these achievements and continue to work hard to make Gilbert the best place to live, work, and play.
We Are Here to Help!
Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more! Click Here (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/home/showdocument?id=42978&t=637793142009536761) to see a list of our benefit offerings at-a-glance, or visit our website to see our full employee benefits guide (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/departments/human-resources/benefits) .
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In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your work history, to include things such as dates of employment, names of employers, and specific details of the work you did. In answer to questions asking you to describe your work experience, if you do not have that type of experience, enter "N/A". The answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application. Be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all the information requested in these supplemental questions will disqualify you from further consideration, so please be thorough in answering the questions. Please indicate whether you accept these terms by checking the appropriate response below.
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No
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, or a related field?
Yes
No
Other
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Do you have a Master's Degree or higher in a similar or related field as asked in the previous question?
Yes
No
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Do you have at least two years of municipal planning experience in either the public or private sector?
Yes
No
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Are you qualified and applying for a Planner II or Senior Planner?
Planner II
Senior Planner
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How many years of experience do you have in municipal planning in either the public or private sector?
No experience in this area
Less than two years
2-4
4-5
5+
07
If you indicated in the previous question that you do have this type of experience, please describe it in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.
08
How many years of experience do you have managing and conducting the review and analysis of plan amendments, zoning applications, development proposals, and site plans to determine consistency with planning, zoning, and land use guidelines and long-term community goals and policies?
No experience in this area
Less than two years
2-4
4-5
5+
09
If you indicated in the previous question that you do have this type of experience, please describe it in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.
10
How many years of experience do you have serving as a lead planner on committees or stakeholder groups to facilitate communication, build consensus, and achieve adoption of new policies and standards?
No experience in this area
Less than two years
2-4
4-5
5+
11
If you indicated in the previous question that you do have this type of experience, please describe it in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.
12
How many years of experience do you have evaluating architectural design elements (e.g. building mass, materials, facade articulation) for compliance with municipal design standards and guidelines?
No experience in this area
Less than two years
2-4
4-5
5+
13
If you indicated in the previous question that you do have this type of experience, please describe it in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.
14
How many years of experience do you have conducting public outreach or presenting at public meetings, hearings, or workshops?
No experience in this area
Less than 2 years
2-4
4-5
5+
15
If you indicated in the previous question that you do have this type of experience, please describe it in the space below.
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Do you hold an American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification?
Yes
No
17
The following question is strictly confidential and will not be made part of your application for employment. Preference Status per Arizona Revised Statute 38-492 (select all that apply):
Veteran
Disabled Veteran
Veteran's Spouse/Surviving Spouse
Disabled Person
Required Question
Employer
Town of Gilbert
Address
50 E. Civic Center Drive Gilbert, Arizona, 85296
Phone
(480) 503-6823
Website
https://gilbertaz.gov/jobs
Apply
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Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/gilbert/jobs/newprint/5036814)
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Planner II & Planner Senior
Salary
$72,775.00 - $121,760.00 Annually
Location
90 E. Civic Center Drive, AZ
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
25-0256
Department
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Opening Date
08/14/2025
Closing Date
9/17/2025 11:59 PM Arizona
Description
Benefits
Questions
We Are Seeking
Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Planner II or Planner Senior . With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best-in-class service to our citizens while offering the opportunity for professional growth in a rewarding and innovative work environment.
Both the Planner II and Planner Sr. positions report to the Principal Planner.
The primary job duties of Planner II include:
Function as the case planner/project manager to facilitate and coordinate the planning review process with internal staff, applicants, legal counsel, and external agencies to finalize negotiations and maintain standards prior to official review hearings.
Evaluate land development requests for general plan amendments, rezoning, use permits, variances, design review, appeals, annexations, and preliminary plats.
Review and maintain data and records in the management system.
Research and analyze land development code (LDC) provisions, prepare staff recommendations, and draft ordinances.
Write staff reports including analysis, recommendations, conditions of approvals, ordinances, and resolutions.
Present planning projects to various boards, commissions, leadership, and the Town Council.
See Full Job Description Here (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/gilbert/classspecs/966991?keywords=planner%20&pagetype=classSpecifications)
The primary job duties of a Planner Senior include:
Assists the Planning Manager in developing short- and long-term department and Town goals.
Evaluate complex land development requests for general plan amendments, rezoning, use permits, variances, design review, appeals, annexations, and preliminary plats.
Review and maintain data and records in information management systems.
Act as a project manager to coordinate the planning review process with internal staff, applicants, legal counsel, and external agencies to finalize negotiations and maintain development standards prior to official review hearings.
Research and analyze Land Development Code (LDC) provisions and municipal code regulations, and prepare staff recommendations, draft ordinances, and resolutions as applicable.
Prepare public hearing notices.
See Full Job Description Here (http://ttps://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/gilbert/classspecs/966992?keywords=planner%20&pagetype=classSpecifications)
The salary shown in the posting is the minimum for Planner II and the maximum for Planner Sr.
The Planner II and Planner Sr. are At-Will positions and FLSA Exempt – ineligible for overtime compensation.
About You
At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:
Planner II Candidates must possess the following requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Land Use Planning, Geography, Public Administration, Architecture, Environmental Design, or a closely related field.
2 years or more of Municipal Planning experience in the Public or Private Sector.
Any equivalent combination of experience and training provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
Valid Arizona Driver's License.
Pay Range for a Planner II is $72,775.00 to $109,163.00
Planner Senior Candidates must possess the following requirements:
Bachelor's degree in urban planning, urban design, land use planning, geography, public administration, architecture, environmental design, or related field.
Master's Degree in the same preferred, but not required.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in municipal planning, public or private sector.
Valid Arizona Driver's License.
American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) preferred.
Pay Range for a Senior Planner is $81,173.00 to $121,760.00
These positions currently work a hybrid remote work schedule consisting of 4/10-hour days, Monday through Thursday. The department's needs determine which days are in-office and which days are remote. Remote work privileges are approved at the sole discretion of the department director; as such, the department reserves the right to modify or discontinue remote work arrangements at any point.
The first review of applications will take place on Thursday, August 21, 2025, followed by a second review on Thursday, September 4, 2025, and a final review on Thursday, September 18, 2025.
Why Team Gilbert?
Gilbert’s Mission: Anticipate. Create. Help People
Our Values : DRIVEN, KIND, BOLD, HUMBLE
Awards: (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/about-us/team-gilbert/awards-accolades) We are proud of these achievements and continue to work hard to make Gilbert the best place to live, work, and play.
We Are Here to Help!
Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more! Click Here (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/home/showdocument?id=42978&t=637793142009536761) to see a list of our benefit offerings at-a-glance, or visit our website to see our full employee benefits guide (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/departments/human-resources/benefits) .
01
In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your work history, to include things such as dates of employment, names of employers, and specific details of the work you did. In answer to questions asking you to describe your work experience, if you do not have that type of experience, enter "N/A". The answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application. Be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all the information requested in these supplemental questions will disqualify you from further consideration, so please be thorough in answering the questions. Please indicate whether you accept these terms by checking the appropriate response below.
Yes
No
02
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, or a related field?
Yes
No
Other
03
Do you have a Master's Degree or higher in a similar or related field as asked in the previous question?
Yes
No
04
Do you have at least two years of municipal planning experience in either the public or private sector?
Yes
No
05
Are you qualified and applying for a Planner II or Senior Planner?
Planner II
Senior Planner
06
How many years of experience do you have in municipal planning in either the public or private sector?
No experience in this area
Less than two years
2-4
4-5
5+
07
If you indicated in the previous question that you do have this type of experience, please describe it in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.
08
How many years of experience do you have managing and conducting the review and analysis of plan amendments, zoning applications, development proposals, and site plans to determine consistency with planning, zoning, and land use guidelines and long-term community goals and policies?
No experience in this area
Less than two years
2-4
4-5
5+
09
If you indicated in the previous question that you do have this type of experience, please describe it in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.
10
How many years of experience do you have serving as a lead planner on committees or stakeholder groups to facilitate communication, build consensus, and achieve adoption of new policies and standards?
No experience in this area
Less than two years
2-4
4-5
5+
11
If you indicated in the previous question that you do have this type of experience, please describe it in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.
12
How many years of experience do you have evaluating architectural design elements (e.g. building mass, materials, facade articulation) for compliance with municipal design standards and guidelines?
No experience in this area
Less than two years
2-4
4-5
5+
13
If you indicated in the previous question that you do have this type of experience, please describe it in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.
14
How many years of experience do you have conducting public outreach or presenting at public meetings, hearings, or workshops?
No experience in this area
Less than 2 years
2-4
4-5
5+
15
If you indicated in the previous question that you do have this type of experience, please describe it in the space below.
16
Do you hold an American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification?
Yes
No
17
The following question is strictly confidential and will not be made part of your application for employment. Preference Status per Arizona Revised Statute 38-492 (select all that apply):
Veteran
Disabled Veteran
Veteran's Spouse/Surviving Spouse
Disabled Person
Required Question
Employer
Town of Gilbert
Address
50 E. Civic Center Drive Gilbert, Arizona, 85296
Phone
(480) 503-6823
Website
https://gilbertaz.gov/jobs
Apply
Please verify your email address Verify Email