Senior Planner

Salary : $74,172.80 - $77,896.00 Annually
Location : Albuquerque, NM
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2601012
Department: Municipal Development
Division: MD-CIP Recovered Design Trnsp
Opening Date: 05/13/2026
Closing Date: 5/31/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Bargaining Unit: NU


Position Summary


Responsible for performing highly professional and technical transportation planning work. Includes leading, overseeing, and participating in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for providing transportation planning services to the City; creating, organizing, and completing a major program and performing a variety of technical tasks relative to transportation planning.

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.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

1. Lead, plan, train and review the work of staff responsible for providing planning and development operations for the City.
2. Plan, direct and participate in planning activities, policy development, instructional material development, procedure development and project management in assigned area of responsibility.
3. Assume responsibility for developing and implementing programs to enhance planning and development programs, and development of instructional material as required.
4. Train assigned employees in their areas of work including planning methods, procedures and techniques.
5. Verify the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
6. Review planning and development projects within assigned area for consistency with applicable policies, rules and regulations.
7. Provide analysis and recommend actions to officials, business groups and other professionals on all aspects of planning.
8. Coordinate inter-agency staff to create and modify major plans, guidelines and procedures in assigned area.
9. Collect and organize specialized data for periodic reports and maintenance of information related to departmental and/or community needs, goals and services; analyze alternative solutions to ensure system changes conform to strategies and policies in assigned area.
10. Communicate and work with decision makers, both administration and elected officials, at the local, state and national levels.
11. Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
12. Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommend changes as necessary
13. Plan, direct, coordinate, and participate in the preparation, public outreach, implementation, analysis, and evaluation of transportation or traffic safety plans, studies, projects, programs, policies, and complementary events such as Bike to Wherever Day
14. Assist in tracking the implementation and technical analysis of active transportation and traffic safety projects/countermeasures and those identified in plans such as the Bikeway and Trail Facilities Plan or Vision Zero Action Plan. Assist in keeping data tracking layers up-to-date.
15. Organize, conduct, and participate in public boards or commission meetings.
16. Make clear and concise presentations to the community and advocacy groups, elected officials, City staff, and peer agencies to explain or advance plans, projects, studies, or initiatives.
17. Coordinate with and provide guidance or input to other Departments, planners, or staff in drafting plans, policies, and development review relating to transportation and traffic safety.
18. Participate in the selection and supervision of consultants; oversee consultant contracts and track and review invoices for payment.
19. Assist in researching, applying, and tracking eligible grant activities related to transportation planning, programs, and initiatives.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Attend and participate in a variety of group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of planning.
2. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

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 evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Working Conditions

Environmental:
Office environment; exposure to computer screens.

Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
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? Check

Paid parental leave? Check

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