Senior Planner - Complex Projects & Leadership

County of Weld; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Weld County is seeking a Planner III to lead complex planning projects, coordinate with multiple agencies, and mentor junior staff. You will prepare reports, analyze community needs, and present findings to boards and commissions.

The role requires extensive knowledge of planning principles, strong written and oral communication, and the ability to manage several projects concurrently while upholding county codes and confidentiality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in planning or related field.
• 8 years of public sector planning experience.
• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs and manages complex professional planning projects, research and analysis.
• Assists in reviewing the work of planning personnel for accuracy and completeness.
• Provides mentorship and leadership to lower-level planners.

Skills

Advanced planning

Independent judgment

Writing skills

Public speaking

Project management

Team leadership

Analytical skills

GIS knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in planning, landscape area, or related field

Master's Degree in planning, landscape area, or related field

Job description

Weld County is seeking a Planner III to lead complex planning projects, coordinate with multiple agencies, and mentor junior staff. You will prepare reports, analyze community needs, and present findings to boards and commissions.

The role requires extensive knowledge of planning principles, strong written and oral communication, and the ability to manage several projects concurrently while upholding county codes and confidentiality standards.