Senior Planning Manager, Development & Policy

Mesa County, CO; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesa County seeks a seasoned Planning Director to oversee the development review program and the day-to-day operations of the Planning Department. The role includes managing complex projects and supervising professional and technical staff, while advising the Community Development Director and elected boards.

Responsibilities include applying the Land Use Code, coordinating with other divisions and outside agencies, preparing reports, and presenting recommendations.

Qualifications

• Six (6) years of increasingly responsible relevant planning experience in a local government environment, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Master's Degree in Urban Planning or related field; may substitute for two to three years of required experience.
• Considerable knowledge of federal, state and local laws, ordinances and codes pertaining to planning topics.
• Knowledge of personnel management, supervision, training and performance evaluation.
• Ability to manage day-to-day operations and handle high-profile, sensitive politics.

Responsibilities

• Manages the review of development applications.
• Exercises direct supervision over professional and technical staff.
• Performs the most complex planning duties and acts as project manager for major planning projects.
• Analyzes and makes recommendations on the entire development review process.
• Represents the department to Planning Commission, Board of County Commissioners and other bodies.
• Applies the Mesa County Land Use Code in line with County policies.
• Coordinates planning activities with other divisions and outside agencies.
• Communicates clearly in oral and written form.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervision

Planning

Project management

Communication

Policy knowledge

Education

Master's Degree in Urban Planning

AICP Certification desirable

Job description

Mesa County seeks a seasoned Planning Director to oversee the development review program and the day-to-day operations of the Planning Department. The role includes managing complex projects and supervising professional and technical staff, while advising the Community Development Director and elected boards.

Responsibilities include applying the Land Use Code, coordinating with other divisions and outside agencies, preparing reports, and presenting recommendations.