Senior Long-Range Planning Manager

City of Lafayette Colorado; Lafayette (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lafayette Colorado seeks a Principal City Planner – Long Range Planning or Long Range Planning Manager to oversee strategic long-range planning, housing programs, and urban design initiatives. The role includes directing complex projects, supervising staff, and advising City leadership on policy changes.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in a planning-related field, eight+ years’ municipal planning experience, and strong GIS/Adobe skills. A Master’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in City/Regional Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Historic Preservation, Engineering, or related field.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum eight (8) years of progressively responsible municipal planning experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate long-range planning activities.
• Develop and implement long-range plans, policies, and regulations.
• Supervise staff and coordinate with City leadership and external partners.
• Engage community and stakeholders to communicate recommendations.

Skills

Public planning principles

Research and analysis

Communication

GIS software

Education

Bachelor's Degree in City/Regional Planning or related field

Master’s Degree preferred

Tools

ArcMap

Adobe Creative Suite

SketchUp

Job description

The City of Lafayette Colorado seeks a Principal City Planner – Long Range Planning or Long Range Planning Manager to oversee strategic long-range planning, housing programs, and urban design initiatives. The role includes directing complex projects, supervising staff, and advising City leadership on policy changes.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in a planning-related field, eight+ years’ municipal planning experience, and strong GIS/Adobe skills. A Master’s degree is preferred.