Lead Senior Planner, Community Development

Doña Ana County; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 61,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Doña Ana County in Las Cruces, NM is seeking a Senior Planner-Lead to provide advanced land use planning services and guide the Current Planning division. You will coordinate staff, develop work programs, and serve as a liaison for public outreach and interdepartmental collaboration.

Requires a bachelor’s degree in planning or related field, four years of experience, and the ability to obtain AICP within two years. A master’s degree is desirable and a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in planning or related field required; Master's preferred.
• Four (4) years of progressively responsible planning experience.
• Valid driver's license and AICP certification or ability to obtain within two years.

Responsibilities

• Oversees updates to the Unified Development Code and supports current planning.
• Prepares staff reports, presentations and policy recommendations.
• Leads public outreach and coordinates division work plans and budgets.

Skills

MS Office

GIS

Communication

Analytical

Education

Bachelor's degree in planning or related field

Master's degree desired

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

Doña Ana County in Las Cruces, NM is seeking a Senior Planner-Lead to provide advanced land use planning services and guide the Current Planning division. You will coordinate staff, develop work programs, and serve as a liaison for public outreach and interdepartmental collaboration.

Requires a bachelor’s degree in planning or related field, four years of experience, and the ability to obtain AICP within two years. A master’s degree is desirable and a valid driver’s license is required.