Urban Planner

Urban Planner

Amerco Real Estate Company is seeking a full-time Planner. In this position, you will work alongside the land use and zoning team and be responsible for the land planning, graphic preparation, municipal entitlements, and plan preparation of our commercial property portfolio in the U.S. and Canada. You will work directly under the supervision of the management team including the Director of Land Use and Zoning and the President of AREC. Please note that this is an in-person position located in Midtown Phoenix from 8 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday, remote work is not available.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Research and prepare analysis of municipal zoning codes
• Negotiate and finalize entitlements from municipalities
• Process applications for rezoning, tentative maps, development agreements, design reviews, general plan amendments, and variances
• Attend and present at virtual hearings, pre-application meetings, etc.
• Develop and manage relationships with municipal staff and officials
• Understand and clearly communicate the needs of different jurisdictions to internal and external stakeholders
• Negotiate contracts for services to be performed by outside consultants such as land use attorney, architects, and civil engineers
• Prepare graphics and materials using AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Adobe Creative Suite

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in urban planning or related field like architecture/engineering (preferred)
• At least 4 years of experience in urban planning or related field

Requirements:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, Bluebeam and Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Photoshop and InDesign)
• Knowledge of the site development process (specifically design standards and preliminary engineering due diligence)
• Ability to read and understand complex zoning codes, general plans, specific plans, and technical reports
• Excellent organization and people skills including the ability to work with a wide variety of staff
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects while maintaining attention to detail

What We Offer:

• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days
• 401(k) and stock options
• Health insurance/benefits (including medical, dental & vision)
• Subsidized gym membership (including paid fitness classes)
• Life insurance
• Business and travel insurance
• Commuter benefits program
• MetLaw Legal program
• MetLife auto and home insurance
• Discounts on Apple products, cell phone plans, hotels and more
• In-house cafe featuring options for all diets
• Community volunteer opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Amerco Real Estate Company is an equal opportunity employer. All applications will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. Individual accommodation is available upon request.

Nicotine-Free Hiring Policy:

Amerco Real Estate Company and its affiliates, including U-Haul, have strived to create a culture of health and wellness. As of February 1, 2020, and consistent with state law, neither company will hire individuals who use nicotine products. By applying, you consent to nicotine screening if hired.