Associate Planner; Space

Job Description

Perform technical and professional support work in an assigned planning area, including but not limited to, policy planning, transit, public works, parks and recreation, family and community services, and specialized Capital Implementation Program projects; provide information and assistance to the business community, officials and the public on planning, housing and development, Capital Implementation Program projects and related matters.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Description s are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university directly related to this job description; and

Two (2) years of experience in planning.

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

• Principles and practices of planning and development programs which may include current policy-level use, transportation and similar planning-area structure
• Methods and techniques of evaluating site planning and design principles used in assigned planning area
• Methods and techniques of planning research and analysis
• Advanced technical report writing
• Computer hardware and software programs applicable to assigned area of planning
• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment
• Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations

• Interpret and explain planning programs, projects and plans in assigned area to the staff, the administration and the general public
• Analyze and compile technical and statistical planning information
• Read, interpret and understand various technical or design documents in assigned planning area
• Review, analyze and respond to City development/planning proposals
• Negotiate with contractors, consultants, vendors, suppliers, agencies and departments as needed
• Prepare clear and concise oral and written reports
• Operate office equipment including a computer
• Communicate clearly and concisely
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation