Senior Planner – G..S​/Space​/Transportation​/Community Development​/Capital Planning

Planning Position

This is a senior level planning position which is responsible for taking the lead on a variety of planning projects from initiation to completion to include formulating and implementing strategies, ordinances, agreements, budget, legislation, programs and policies.

Performs duties as directed by the Planning Manager/Community Development Manager and acts as a technical advisor to the Planning Manager/Community Development Manager and Community Planners.

Responsibilities include:

• Assists in the development, interpretation, presentation and coordination of County planning policies and methods.
• Develops, reviews and provides technical analysis for administrative decisions.
• Develops and updates data for Santa Fe County and other user agencies.
• Provides interpretation and assists the public in understanding the County Sustainable Growth Management Plan.
• Provides excellent customer service by responding promptly to requests in person and in writing.
• Demonstrates professionalism and courtesy in interactions with internal staff and external customers and agencies.

Knowledge/

Skills:

• Knowledge of principles, practices, scope and techniques of land use planning; statistical and research methods and sources of data relating to growth management; subdivision land use, zoning and legal descriptions.
• Knowledge of capital planning, data compilation, graphic design, presentation and production techniques; cartographic principles; general knowledge of surveying principles and practices; geographic information systems (Arc Info, ArcGIS, Arc IMS); transportation modeling and data base design and creation as applicable for assignment.
• Skill in project management; planning, organizing and reviewing work.
• Skill in training and advising associate personnel.
• Ability to edit and analyze studies, reports and plans.
• Ability to operate various word-processing, spreadsheet, database, and other software programs in a Microsoft environment.
• Ability to prepare accurate, complete and legible reports and plans, and present detailed, accurate, and objective oral presentations and responses to questions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associate personnel, other departments and divisions, other governmental agencies, community organizations, and the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Community and Regional Planning, Urban Studies, Public Policy, Geography, Environmental Science or a closely related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in planning of which two (2) years must be in urban and regional planning or in a specialty area where applicable.
• Relevant education may substitute for experience (example a master's degree and 1 year of above experience would be equivalent).

Working Conditions:

Work is performed generally in an office environment and occasionally outdoors in varied weather conditions with exposure to dust, fumes, airborne particles and/or allergens. Work occasionally involves exposure to hostile or offensive individuals. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit for extended periods of time; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and talk or hear.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Clarity of vision at long distance and short distance is required. Occasional evening and weekend work is required.

Conditions of Employment:

Selected candidate must submit to and pass a County paid pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol screening. Additionally, selected candidate must submit to and pass a County paid criminal background screening. Selected candidate must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Class D Driver's License as incumbent shall be appointed to drive a County vehicle during the performance of his/her duties. Candidate must obtain and/or maintain all certifications required.