Project Manager

Posting Close Date: 

Applicants must submit their completed application by 04-20-2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST

Application and Special Instructions

As part of the application process, all applicants are required to submit a chronological resume and cover letter at the time of the application.

Applications that do not include both documents by the closing date of the recruitment will be considered incomplete and will not receive further consideration for this recruitment.

ABOUT THIS JOB

Position Specific Summary

The Project Manager position at the City of Tucson’s Planning and Development Services Department acts as a communicator and coordinator of land use planning, building safety, and permitting projects. This position works with the public and permit applicants on complex, high-profile, and large-scale projects to ensure a seamless development process. The Project Manager also leads initiatives improving development outcomes, coordinating projects across city departments, and advancing city goals.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Zoning Administrator. This position does not supervise.

Duties and Responsibilities

Manages special projects and initiatives, such as complex building and development projects, zoning code updates, or planning initiatives.

Serves as the primary point of contact on assigned projects, collaborates with intra and inter-departmental personnel, and assigns project work. Conducts meetings with project stakeholders to address questions and propose solutions regarding projects.

Develops project goals and objectives, evaluates project success and regulatory compliance, and prepares electronic documents and presentations.

Tracks project progress by forecasting timelines and project parameters, reviewing plans and documents, deploying resources, and preparing reports and correspondence. Reviews policies and procedures, provides advice and conducts research and analysis to support projects.

Serves as expert on required processes and familiarity with plan review procedures.

Ensures the successful outcome of initiatives by helping in the implementation of programs.

Visits sites periodically to conduct site analysis for proposed or ongoing development.

Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned. 

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: 
Bachelor’s degree.

Experience:
Three (3) years of directly related work experience.

Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

License/Certifications:
Valid and unrestricted Arizona Class D Driver License.

Preferred Qualifications:
Masters degree in city planning, public policy, civil engineering, or closely related field.


Project manager certification.

POSITION DETAILS

Job Profile

J0455 - Project Manager

To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click here.

Compensation Grade

G109

Hourly Range

$32.15 - 48.23 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

FLSA

Exempt

Position Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Department

Planning and Development Services Center

Department Link

https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services

Background Check:  This position has been designated to require a criminal background check. 

ABOUT US

Benefits: The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

Citizenship: The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status.

City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status.  If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).  Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD 

The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at EmployeeLeaves@tucsonaz.gov or 520-791-2619.   

Recruiter Name

Dmitriy Adamia (101058)

Recruiter Email

ccs_hr@tucsonaz.gov

For Human Resources general questions please contact 520-791-4241.