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Maricopa County

Development Services Technician Lead

Maricopa County, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003

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Posting Date

01/13/26

Application Deadline

01/18/26

Pay Range

$45,240 - $72,800 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

Flood Control District

About the Position The Flood Control District is looking for an energetic team member like you! The Development Services Technician Lead provides customer service, manages critical parts of our permitting process, and maintains the records in our automated system. Join our right-of-way permitting team as we review applications that affect Flood Control District structures/properties while safeguarding these assets so they can continue to provide critical protection to our community.

As a Development Services Technician Lead, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of professional engineers, engineering associates, and technicians to support and coordinate a wide range of development services activities. This role offers a work-life balance, with options for part‑week teleworking, a 9/80 flex schedule, and flexible core business hours.

About the Department Flood Control? In a Desert? Absolutely! Though Maricopa County is in a desert, floods occur during two distinct rainy seasons - the summer monsoon and winter frontal rains. Although the Flood Control District has made significant progress over the years, work remains to be done. Maricopa County continues to be one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States, with over 200 people moving here daily!

Want more information on the Flood Control District of Maricopa County? Check out this video.

Proud to Offer

Work with a greater purpose

Tuition reimbursement

Exceptional work‑life balance

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 exclusively

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts

Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require

Three years of development services experience

High school diploma or GED

Other combinations of education and experience may be considered in substitution for the minimum qualifications

We Also Value

Experience in GIS or mapping applications

Knowledge of construction plans and/or drawings

Experience in land development, construction, engineering, or planning

Job Contributions

Manages key aspects of permit applications for projects that will impact the Flood Control District properties and structures. This includes intake of new applications, initial research of the project’s scope of work, coordinating plan approvals, and issuing permits. Maintains permit information in County databases

Coordinates activities among various County departments, municipalities, consultants, developers, and other external agencies. Provides limited oversight and work direction to lower‑level staff. Ensures a high level of customer service to applicants

Troubleshoots and resolves escalated, complex customer complaints, problems, and/or issues

Conducts specialized or complex research and interprets and applies ordinances, regulations, and rules to applications

Other Job Duties as assigned

Working Conditions

Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree

Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions

This position is eligible for hybrid flexibility after a brief training period

Selection Procedure

Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

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.

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