Senior Planning Lead, Community Development

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

Job summary

Doña Ana County is seeking a Senior Planner-Lead to provide advanced land use planning services under the Chief Planner – Current Planning. You will oversee staff, prepare reports, and guide projects within the Unified Development Code.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in planning or related field, four years of experience, and ideally AICP certification. The role emphasizes public outreach, data analysis, budget input, and collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in planning or related field required.
• Four years of progressively responsible planning experience.
• AICP certification or obtain within two years from hire date.

Responsibilities

• Assist with updates to the Unified Development Code and related regulations.
• Prepare staff reports, presentations, and recommendations on complex issues.
• Oversee Current Planning work program, budgets, and division projects.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and supervision to planning staff.

Skills

MS Office

GIS

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in planning or related field

Master’s degree desired

Tools

ArcView GIS

Job description

Doña Ana County is seeking a Senior Planner-Lead to provide advanced land use planning services under the Chief Planner – Current Planning. You will oversee staff, prepare reports, and guide projects within the Unified Development Code.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in planning or related field, four years of experience, and ideally AICP certification. The role emphasizes public outreach, data analysis, budget input, and collaboration across departments.