Planner (Planning - Urban Design & Development)

Full-time position in Albuquerque, NM.

About the role

Perform professional and technical planning work involving the gathering, analysis, and presentation of data in written, graphic, or oral reports. Organize and conduct meetings for community participation in planning, policy, economic development, and provide highly responsible and complex staff assistance to higher-level staff within the assigned department.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce community-level plans, economic development, transportation, and/or general planning including research, technical analysis, and report preparation; prepare and edit proposals and recommendations.
• Conduct public meetings; organize and coordinate citizens and property owners; negotiate and moderate differences between parties.
• Collaborate with civic, business, and governmental groups to include them in the development of community-level, transportation, economic development, and/or general planning policies and procedures; coordinate meetings and/or activities with other agencies and departments as needed.
• Perform various research and analysis including costs and revenue studies, economic incentives, population projections and distribution, utility need projections, economic, housing, demand forecasts, and social data.
• Help the public develop pride in their communities; plan for the physical, economic, environmental, and social future of communities.
• Develop work programs and schedules for conducting planning projects or studies; complete assignments according to established schedules.
• Make recommendations to boards, commissions, and elected officials on various planning matters in progress including proposed legislation and ordinances.
• Review proposed capital improvements or minor building projects; analyze justifications and prepare recommendations on priorities; coordinate the capital implementation program with community planning efforts.
• Coordinate and oversee contract development including formulation, administration, and compliance; prepare and present reports on budget expenditures and status of projects.
• Provide staff assistance to higher-level supervisory or management staff; participate on a variety of committees; prepare and present staff reports, documents, briefs, and presentation materials.
• When assigned to the Planning Department:
  • Collaborate with the public on design and compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and guidelines.
  • Assist with the submittal of private sector applications, projects, and initiatives.
  • Assist Code Enforcement staff with the application of special zoning and other regulations.
  • Collaborate with various planners (Long Range, Current, and Metropolitan Redevelopment) in drafting plans, policies, and development review.
  • Provide development review process guidance to property owners, developers, and design professionals.
• When assigned to the Planning Department - Historic Preservation Division:
  • Collaborate with the public and Landmarks Commission (LC) on design and development review.
  • Assist with historic preservation projects and initiatives.
  • Assist Code Enforcement staff with the implementation and enforcement of applicable Historic Protection Overlay Zone (HPO) design regulations.
  • Collaborate with various planners (Long Range, Current, and Metropolitan Redevelopment) in drafting plans, policies, and development review.
  • Provide historic preservation education and guidance to property owners, developers, and design professionals.
• When assigned to the Parks and Recreation Department:
  • Participate in the coordination of transportation planning projects and initiatives.
  • Coordinate parks, trails, and open space plans, projects, and activities with various agencies.
  • Collaborate with various planners in drafting plans, policies, and development review for transportation, trails, and public open space projects.
  • Review development plans and proposals on or adjacent to Major Public Open Space and parks and provide comments to public agencies.
  • Assist with City-wide planning initiatives, regulations, and policies, including but not limited to the Integrative Development Ordinance, Comprehensive Plan specific to trails, parks, and Open Space.
  • Work with management on research, mapping, and other tasks related to property acquisitions and enhancements.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of planning.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university directly related to planning.
• Four (4) 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.

Working Conditions

• Office environment; exposure to computer screens.
• Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting for prolonged periods of time.