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City of Albuquerque, NM

Senior Planner

City of Albuquerque, NM, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101

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Salary :

$74,172.80 - $77,896.00 Annually Location :

Albuquerque, NM Job Type:

Full Time Job Number:

2600113 Department:

Municipal Development Division:

MD-CIP Recovered Design Trnsp Opening Date:

08/27/2025 Closing Date:

9/11/2025 11:59 PM Mountain Bargaining Unit:

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Position Summary

Lead, oversee and participate in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for providing planning services to the City; create, organize and complete a major program and perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

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 in planning or field directly related to this job description;

and

Five (5) years managerial planning experience;

and

To include

two (2) years supervisory experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 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. May work flexible hours, including evening, weekends, and holidays as required.

Preferred Knowledge

Operations, services and activities of a planning program in assigned area Principles of lead supervision and training Methods and techniques of comprehensive planning Methods and techniques of research and analysis Modern office methods, practices, procedures and equipment, including computers necessary for graphic presentations, mapping and database management Planning and designing techniques within assigned area Technical report writing Laws, ordinances and regulations at the local, state and national levels governing planning activities in assigned area Preferred Skills & Abilities

Lead, organize and review the work of staff in the area of work assigned Independently perform the most difficult planning tasks Analyze and compile technical and statistical information and reports Interpret, explain and enforce planning and development policies and procedures Interpret and apply laws, ordinances and regulations governing planning activities in assigned area Perform technical research and analyze data Work independently in the absence of supervision Communicate clearly and concisely Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Total Rewards. Total You.

The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!

Paid holidays?

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Paid parental leave?

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Paid birthdays off?

Check

Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1?

Check and check

Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community. 01

Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).

No High School Diploma High School Diploma or GED Non/degree accredited- Some College Associates Bachelors Masters Juris Doctorate Doctorate

02

Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.

No experience 1 to less than 6 months 6 to less than 12 months 1 year to less than 2 years 2 years to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 4 years 4 years to less than 5 years 5 years to less than 6 years 6 years to less than 7 years 7 years to less than 8 years 8 years to less than 9 years 9 years to less than 10 years 10 years to less than 11 years 11 years to less than 12 years 12 years to less than 13 years 13 or more years

03

Do you possess the supervisory experience outlined in the minimum requirements? If you have successfully completed the City of Albuquerque's Pre-Management Development Program (PMDP), please include two (2) additional years in your supervisory experience (attach certificate, if applicable).

Yes No

04

Do you possess a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Driver's License)?

Yes No

05

Are you able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays as required?

Yes No

Required Question