Planner/Designer - Community Development

NOTICE TO APPLICANT

This position will close at 12: 00AM MST on the End Date.

You must ensure your application reflects the correct and current information for your work experience, hours worked per week per position, education, personal information, etc.

Only the information provided on this application is evaluated when determining compensation.

**A portfolio of work samples must be submitted with the application to be considered for this position**

**An assessment will be administered**

End Date: October 1, 2025

Job Description

PURPOSE SUMMARY.  Under the direction of the Chief Planner, the Planner/Designer will perform professional comprehensive and community planning and design functions as outlined in the county's ordinances, regulations, policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assist with preparation, management, amendments and implementation of Doña Ana County plans (e.g. Comprehensive Plan, Community and Corridor Plans, etc.)
• Manage assigned projects and contracts, including planning, design, and construction
• Develop and track project scopes of work, budgets and schedules
• Seek and administer grants and other funding sources for implementation of projects and programs, including construction projects and the built environment 
• Prepare, distribute and monitor project correspondence to/from funding agencies, management, consultants, contractors, etc.
• Maintain project files including the organization of all project documentation, drawings, reports, correspondence, etc.
• Develop short- and long-range work plans, procedures, and schedules
• Conduct community outreach and education
• Make presentations to various boards, commissions, and groups
• Participate and represent the department in various working groups, committees, community groups and public meetings
• Facilitate, schedule, and setup various stakeholder and public meetings
• Prepare various illustrative graphics, graphic presentations and formats, maps, conceptual designs, renderings and site plans
• Collect, compile and analyze complex information and data, and prepare reports
• Analyze land development applications, proposals and other regional planning efforts for conformance with the Doña Ana County Comprehensive Plan and other relevant planning documents
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with external agencies and community members to advance local and regional initiatives

ADDITIONAL DUTIES.  Other duties may be assigned.  Night and weekend work and meetings both on­ and off-site will occasionally be required to meet deadlines and project objectives.  Occasional out-of-town, over-night travel is required for conferences, training, professional development, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS.

A. Education. Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Planning, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, or related field.

B. Experience. Two (2) years of experience in the areas of regional, comprehensive, community planning and design or similar capacity.

C.  Education/Experience Substitution.  In accordance with County policy.

D.  Licenses/Certifications.  Valid driver’s license.  Must maintain a satisfactory driving record in accordance with County policy. AICP, PMP, CNU, ASLA, or AIA certification is preferred.

E. Other (e.g., post-offer medical exam, polygraph, background check, driver's license record, etc.). Must pass background and driving record check. A portfolio of work samples must be submitted with the application to be considered for the position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION.

Must have knowledge of: The art and science of shaping the interaction between people and places, environment and community form, natural systems and the built environment, influencing the processes that lead to successful villages, towns and other communities including political processes through which decisions are made; comprehensive and functional area planning; site planning; construction drawings; development codes and ordinances; community and urban design; solid understanding and application of placemaking, community planning and design (region, city, town, village, neighborhood, district, corridor, street and block) regional and comprehensive planning.

Must have skills in: Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, In Design, etc.); Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point); additional proficiencies may include GIS (Arc GIS Pro), Auto CAD, 3D modeling applications;  creative approach to planning and design with exceptional leadership and project management capabilities; plan and organize community improvement projects and programs; make oral presentations before a wide variety of groups; demonstrate strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills to find solutions to complex problems are a must.

Must have ability to: Work with culturally diverse population; train and educate others; clearly and concisely communicate verbally, in writing and through graphics; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, consultants, contractors, the public and all those doing business with Doña Ana County; work independently and within the multi-disciplinary structure of the department; use considerable judgment in various situations and take appropriate action while recognizing when it is necessary to refer to management; understand, interpret and consistently apply provisions of laws, regulations and policies; facilitate interdepartmental cooperation, serve as a team member and maintain open communication between various groups; manage and work on multiple projects, priorities and meet deadlines; must possess versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work with evolving political dynamics and changing priorities; work on complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance; and coordinate activities between multiple departments, disciplines, federal and state programs and agencies.

Compensation Range $52,065.25 - $86,119.49

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