Openings as of 5/25/2026
Position Title: Management AnalystPost-date: April 17, 2026Closes: The position is open until filled.Status: Full-Time, ExemptSalary: $68,966 - $103,450Location: Maricopa Association of Governments, downtown Phoenix, Arizona.Please note: This role is fully in-person from the MAG office.
About MAGMAG is a great place to work. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a collaborative environment where employee contributions make a real impact.
The Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) is a group of local governments working together on issues that touch the lives of every resident. We are a regional planning agency that develops solutions in areas such as transportation, environmental and air quality, and human services.MAG serves a thriving region of 5 million people. Our members include 27 cities and towns, three Native nations, and Maricopa and Pinal counties. Our planning area encompasses more than 10,000 square miles. MAG is the council of governments and the designated metropolitan planning organization for transportation planning for the greater Phoenix metropolitan area.To learn more visit: www.azmag.gov
Your TeamMAG's Executive Office provides strategic leadership, oversight, and support to ensure the effective implementation of our mission. It serves as the central hub for executive decision making, policy development, and cross-departmental coordination. The office works closely with senior leadership and external stakeholders to drive organizational priorities, foster innovation and maintain high standards of accountability and performance across all units.The PositionMAG seeks an energetic, motivated, detailed and team-oriented professional to support the executive office and policy committees.
Main responsibilities include:
The CandidateThe most successful candidate will have the following knowledge, skills and abilities: You will be skilled in:
You have the ability to:
Technology SkillsYou are proficient in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office products, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.Experience and Education you bring
The Maricopa Association of Governments is an Equal Opportunity Employer. During the selection process any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the Human Resources Division by calling (602) 452-5032.
Position Title: Community Initiatives Planning ManagerPost-date: April 22, 2026Closes: The position is open until filled.Status: Full-Time, Exempt, Contingent on continued availability of grant fundsSalary: $111,185 - $167,776 Location: Maricopa Association of Governments, downtown Phoenix, Arizona.Note: A minimum of three days per week in office is required.
About MAGThe Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) is a group of local governments working together on issues that touch the lives of every resident. We are a regional planning agency that develops solutions in areas such as transportation, environmental and air quality, and human services.MAG serves a thriving region of 5 million people. Our members include 27 cities and towns, three Native nations, and Maricopa and Pinal counties. Our planning area encompasses more than 10,000 square miles. MAG is the council of governments and the designated metropolitan planning organization for transportation planning for the greater Phoenix metropolitan area.MAG is a great place to work. We offer a competitive hourly rate, growth opportunities, and a collaborative environment where employee contributions make a real impact.
To learn more visit: www.azmag.gov
About MAG Community Initiatives DivisionThe Community Initiatives Division collaborates with local governments, Native nations and community leaders to facilitate human services planning and projects that improve people's lives and strengthen communities throughout the region. This includes legacy work addressing homelessness, domestic violence and aging. The focus of the division is to staff the Maricopa Regional Continuum of Care which exists to facilitate interagency and cross-sector coordination in resource planning, policymaking, program development and system performance monitoring of the region's homeless response system.
The PositionMAG is seeking is seeking a bright, driven, team-oriented, experienced professional who can blend a strong planning focus and strategic thinking with hands-on practicality. The community initiatives planning manager is responsible for project oversight and system capacity building functions for the regional response to homelessness, including the federally funded Continuum of Care program. This includes managing high priority and complex work streams, engagement with stakeholders, data and trends analysis, and continuous quality improvement. This position oversees all aspects of the regional homelessness program in consultation with the Maricopa Regional Continuum of Care, drives regional homeless planning activities in close cooperation with the MAG member agencies, and supervises the staff dedicated to the regional homelessness program and other community initiatives efforts.
Key responsibilities include:
The CandidateThe most successful candidate will have the skills to fulfill the responsibilities listed above with an emphasis in knowledge in homelessness programs, management, processes, policies and regulations. You will be proficient in conflict management, proficient in presenting homeless information to a diverse set of stakeholders, including members of the public and policy makers. You will also have knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, budget management, and relationship building.
You will have:
Technology Skills Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office products, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel. Experience and Education
Position Title: Special Projects AdministratorPost-date: April 22, 2026Closes: The position is open until filled.Status: Full-Time, Exempt, Contingent on continued availability of grant fundsSalary: $99,138 - $148,707 Location: Maricopa Association of Governments, downtown Phoenix, Arizona.Note: A minimum of three days per week in office is required.
About MAG Community Initiatives DivisionThe Community Initiatives Division collaborates with local governments, Native nations and community leaders to facilitate human services planning and projects that improve people's lives and strengthen communities throughout the region. This includes legacy work addressing homelessness, domestic violence and aging.
The PositionMAG seeks a bright, driven, team-oriented, experienced professional who can administer high-level activities including managing projects, writing in-depth reports, analyzing data, and interacting with key stakeholders and members of the public. The special projects administrator is responsible for project oversight for the MAG Community Initiatives Coordinating Committee and special human services projects. Supporting work also includes efforts and priorities of the Maricopa Regional Continuum of Care.
The CandidateThe ideal candidate will have the skills to fulfill the responsibilities listed above. As the most successful candidate, you will also have knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, budget management, and relationship building.
You will be:
Technology Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office products, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel. Experience and Education
Maricopa Association of Governments is an Equal Opportunity Employer. During the selection process any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the Human Resources Division by calling (602) 452-5032.
Position Title: Principal Planner, Transit Life Cycle ProgramPost-date: March 9, 2026Closes: The position is open until filled.Status: Full-Time, ExemptSalary: $94,527-$141,791Location: Maricopa Association of Governments, downtown Phoenix, Arizona.Note: A minimum of three days per week in office is required. About MAGThe Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) is a group of local governments working together on issues that touch the lives of every resident. We are a regional planning agency that develops solutions in areas such as transportation, environmental and air quality, and human services.MAG serves a thriving region of 5 million people. Our members include 27 cities and towns, three Native nations, and Maricopa and Pinal counties. Our planning area encompasses more than 10,000 square miles. MAG is the council of governments and the designated metropolitan planning organization for transportation planning for the greater Phoenix metropolitan area.Visit www.azmag.gov to learn more.
MAG is a great place to work. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a collaborative environment where employee contributions make a real impact.Your Team MAG's Transportation Policy and Initiatives team provides oversight of all transportation funding policy efforts and leads other strategic initiatives at the direction of the interim transportation director and executive director. This includes development and management of Proposition 400 and 479 programs, assessing impacts of proposed state and federal transportation policy on the agency and broader region, and other special projects as needed to guide regional mobility and infrastructure development.The Position The Principal Planner will be responsible for the management and oversight of the Proposition 479 Transit Life Cycle Program (TLCP), ensuring that regional transit funding is allocated, monitored, and reported in alignment with Maricopa County's voter-approved plan. This position plays a key role in overseeing long-range transit funding, delivery of the region's transit capital and operating projects, and program accountability across the region. Reporting to the Transportation Policy & Initiatives Program Manager, the Principal Planner will uphold transparent, data-driven, and fiscally responsible processes in collaboration with regional partners.Key responsibilities include:Program Management
Financial Oversight
Stakeholder Coordination
Data Management & Reporting
Studies & Project Management
The Candidate The ideal candidate brings a solid background in regional transportation planning and policy, strong analytical and critical thinking skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. They are detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable working both independently and within a collaborative team environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, particularly in conveying complex technical information clearly to a variety of stakeholders.Qualifications and Skills
Experience and Education
Position Title: Senior Engineer (Safety Policy Program)Post-date: March 18, 2026Closes: The position is open until filled.Status: Full-Time, ExemptSalary: $89,167 - $133,750Location: Maricopa Association of Governments, downtown Phoenix, Arizona.Note: A minimum of three days per week in office is required.
About MAGThe Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) is a group of local governments working together on issues that touch the lives of every resident. We are a regional planning agency that develops solutions in areas such as transportation, environmental and air quality, and human services.MAG serves a thriving region of 5 million people. Our members include 27 cities and towns, three Native nations, and Maricopa and Pinal counties. Our planning area encompasses more than 10,000 square miles. MAG is the council of governments and the designated metropolitan planning organization for transportation planning for the greater Phoenix metropolitan area.Visit www.azmag.gov to learn more.
MAG is a great place to work. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a collaborative environment where employee contributions make a real impact.
Your Team
MAG's Safety Policy Program elevates safety as a core priority, ensuring it is embedded in transportation planning and implementation across the agency and throughout the region. The Safety Team strengthens regional transportation outcomes by conducting studies, identifying emerging needs, evaluating system performance, refining safety processes, and coordinating priorities both within MAG and in collaboration with partner agencies and stakeholders.
The Position
MAG is seeking a qualified transportation engineer to support the activities related to the management and implementation of the Safety Policy Program.
Duties include but are not limited to:
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will be proficient in leading planning level analysis, coordinating with internal and external agency partners, and have experience with managing consultants or consultant teams. The candidate should have relevant experience in transportation safety planning, demonstrating a strong level of understanding and competency regarding urban traffic safety; multidisciplinary road safety initiatives; standards and best practices; and safety-related data. The candidate should also have experience presenting complex technical information to a diverse set of stakeholders, including members of the public and policy makers. Experience with human factors, safety education, and strong writing skills is a plus.
Skilled in:
Ability to:
Technology Skills:
Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office products, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel, Microsoft Teams, Zoom and webinar tools. Familiarity with software tools related to transportation safety and crash data analysis.
Education and Experience
Required Licenses or Certifications
Position title: Principal Engineer (Regional Freeway Program)
Post-date: April 14, 2026
Closes: This position is open until filled.
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary: $99,867 - $149,800
Location: Maricopa Association of Governments, downtown Phoenix, Arizona
MAG is a great place to work. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a hybrid work environment that supports flexibility, with a minimum of three days per week in the office, along with a collaborative culture where employee contributions make a real impact.
About MAG
The Freeway Engineering Team provides oversight and management for the implementation of the Freeway Life Cycle Program under Propositions 400 and 479. The team plays a key role in the delivery of the program by performing studies, identifying needs, assessing evaluations of transportation infrastructure, and coordinating the delivery of the program with the Arizona Department of Transportation.
MAG is seeking a skilled transportation engineer to support its efforts in the Transportation Division. As the Principal Engineer, you will focus on activities related to the management and implementation of the Freeway Life Cycle Program.
As a successful Principal Engineer, you bring experience leading planning level analysis, reviewing engineering and design-specific solutions, and have experience with managing consultants or consultant teams, preferably in a large urban area.
You are comfortable presenting complex technical information to diverse stakeholders, including members of the public and policymakers, and experience coordinating with internal and external agency partners. Strong writing skills are a plus.
You are skilled in:
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