Planner - Planning- Community Development Job Las Cruces area,New Mexico USA,Government

Position: Planner - Current Planning- Community Development
PURPOSE SUMMARY

Perform professional planning and development review functions to support responsible growth, land use regulation, and community development in accordance with County codes, ordinances, regulations, policies, and applicable laws.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Planning and Development Review Gather, analyze, and review data to ensure compliance with County standards, regulations, and applicable requirements. Review and process applications, permits, site plans, subdivisions, property deeds, master plans, subarea plans, zoning requests, variances, and special use permits. Develop recommendations and summarize issues related to land use, development proposals, and planning applications. Assist applicants through the pre-application process and Development Review Committee submittals.

2. Research and Analysis Research properties and conduct field inspections to evaluate planning characteristics and identify development considerations. Prepare studies, reports, statistical analyses, and other planning documents to support decision-making processes. Research governing directives, regulations, and policies to answer questions and resolve routine planning issues. Recommend revisions to regulations, procedures, and planning documents based on research findings and analysis.

3. Land Use and Mapping Assist with mapping zoning boundaries and land use changes. Maintain zoning maps and related planning records to ensure accuracy and completeness. Evaluate land use patterns and development trends to support planning initiatives and regulatory compliance.

4. Technical Assistance and Customer Service Interpret and apply planning principles, County codes, state laws, regulations, and development review procedures. Provide technical guidance and assistance to County officials, staff, agencies, developers, residents, and the public. Assist customers at the public counter and respond to inquiries regarding planning processes, applications, permits, and departmental procedures.

5. Public Engagement and Administrative Support Conduct presentations and represent the department at organization meetings, community meetings, public hearings, governmental proceedings, and legal processes. Collaborate with elected officials, community organizations, public agencies, and private-sector stakeholders to support outreach and planning initiatives. Prepare agendas, meeting packets, correspondence, and related administrative materials. Follow and uphold all County and departmental policies, procedures, and professional standards.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES. Other duties as assigned. May be required to work outside of normal working hours; evenings, early mornings, and/or weekends to meet the needs of certain projects.

QUALIFICATIONS

A. Education. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in City and Regional Planning, Geography, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Government, Public Administration, or related field.
B. Experience. Two (2) years of experience in the area of public planning, zoning or similar capacity.
C. Education/Experience substitution. In accordance with County Policy.
D. Licenses/Certifications. Valid driver’s license. Must maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with County policy. Certification from the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) or working towards professional certification desired.
E. Other (e.g., post-offer medical exam, polygraph, background check, driver’s license record, etc.). Must pass pre-employment background check and driving record check.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

Knowledge of:

Principles of land use planning, state statutes and county codes and ordinances pertaining to zoning, land use and…