Principal Planner

Principal Planner

Salary

$82,264.00 - $86,486.40 Annually

Location

Albuquerque, NM

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2601300

Department

Transit

Division

TR-Planning

Opening Date

08/07/2026

Closing Date

8/26/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Bargaining Unit

NU

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• Benefits
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Position Summary

Direct, coordinate, participate in and review professional planning activities and operations for highly complex and high impact planning projects within the assigned department; coordinate assigned activities with other divisions, outside agencies and the general public; and provide highly responsible and complex staff assistance to assigned higher level management staff.

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

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

• Direct, coordinate, participate in and review the work plan for assigned planning projects; assigns work activities; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
• Develop project work programs and supervise major planning projects; create and manage project teams.
• Conduct special research on a variety of planning related issues; gather data for evaluating proposed planning projects; analyze data and recommend alternative development scenarios.
• Write, negotiate and manage requests for proposals and consultant contracts; review proposed programs from other agencies; recommend modifications.
• Assist in selecting, training, motivating and evaluating assigned project personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
• Participate in the development of the Citys long term planning goals and objectives as they relate to assigned projects; prepare planning recommendations for assigned projects to meet these goals and objectives.
• Review major land and infrastructure development plans by outside agencies and recommend any necessary redesign for compliance with the Citys long term planning goals and objectives.
• Provide staff assistance and technical counsel to higher level management staff; participate on a variety of committees; prepare and present staff reports and other correspondence as appropriate and necessary.
• Coordinate planning activities with those of other divisions and outside agencies and organizations.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Attend and participate in a variety of group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of planning.
• 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.

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban/regional planning, architectural design or a related field; and

Six (6) years of managerial planning experience; and

To include three (3) years supervisory experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a valid City Operators Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Working Conditions

Environmental:

Office environment; exposure to computer screens.

Physical:

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting for prolonged periods of time.

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.

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

• Yes
• No

02

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

03

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

04

Do you possess the supervisory experience outlined in the minimum requirements? If you are a current or former City of Albuquerque employee and you have successfully completed the City of Albuquerques Pre-Management Development Program (PMDP), please include two (2) additional years in your supervisory experience (attach certificate, if applicable).

• Yes
• No

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Employer City of Albuquerque

Address 400 Marquette N.W.

Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87103

Phone 505 768-3700

Website http://CABQ.GOV