Job Description
El Paso County is hiring an Associate Planner, Planner, or Senior Planner to guide development projects from concept to completion in Colorado Springs. You will review zoning applications, plats, and development plans to ensure alignment with County codes and the Master Plan.
As the primary contact and project manager for complex projects, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and present recommendations to boards and decision-makers. This role offers a clear career progression path and the chance to mentor fellow planners.
If you are ready to balance growth, innovation, and community vision, this position is for you.
Qualification
Candidates must provide a staff report they have composed or compiled and/or a project they have reviewed at the time of application submission. The role requires planning expertise and experience in community development.
- Provide a staff report you have composed or compiled and/or a project you have reviewed at the time of application submission.
- Experience in reviewing zoning applications, plats, and development plans.
- Knowledge of County codes and Master Plan alignment.
- Ability to serve as primary contact and project manager for complex projects.
- Strong collaboration skills with multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience presenting recommendations to boards and decision-makers.
- Mentoring experience for senior-level candidates.
- Career progression path from Associate to Senior Planner.
Role Responsibilities
Review zoning applications, plats, and development plans for compliance with County codes and the Master Plan.
- Serve as the primary contact and project manager for complex development projects.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including engineering, environmental, and legal departments.
- Present recommendations to planning boards, commissions, and other decision-makers.
- Guide development projects from concept to completion.
- Mentor and train junior planners as a Senior Planner.
- Balance growth, innovation, and community vision in planning decisions.
- Solve complex planning challenges and provide creative solutions.
Conditions & Requirements
Full-time position with standard county work hours.
- Must be able to work in Colorado Springs, CO.
- Valid driver's license may be required.
- Background check may be conducted.
- Probationary period may apply.
Benefits
Clear career progression path from Associate to Senior Planner.
- Opportunity to mentor and develop junior planners.
- Work on diverse and complex development projects.
- Collaborative multidisciplinary team environment.
- Make a lasting impact on community development.
Additional Information
This position is open to all qualified applicants.
- El Paso County is an equal opportunity employer.
- Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- The deadline is firm; late applications will not be accepted.
- Contact the El Paso County Human Resources department for questions about the application process.
- The role is based at 2880 International Circle, Suite 110, Colorado Springs, CO 80910.
- This is a full-time position with a standard work schedule.
- Career progression is based on performance and experience.
About Company
El Paso County is the governing body for the Colorado Springs area, responsible for community planning, development, and public services. The Planning and Development Department oversees zoning, land use, and development projects to ensure sustainable growth. This role is central to the county's mission of balancing development with community vision, offering planners a chance to shape the region's future. El Paso County (CO) is named as the hiring organisation for the Associate Planner/Planner/Senior Planner post.
FAQs
What types of planning positions are available and how do they differ?
The county is hiring for Associate Planner, Planner, and Senior Planner levels. These roles differ in experience and responsibility, with Senior Planner involving mentoring and complex project management. The job posting indicates a clearly defined career progression path.
What documents are required at the time of application?
All candidates must provide a staff report they have composed or compiled and/or a project they have reviewed. These documents should be submitted with the application through the official application portal.
What is the selection process and timeline?
Applications are accepted until the closing date of July 17, 2026.
Is remote work or onsite work required?
The job posting does not specify remote or onsite work options. The street address provided (2880 International Circle, Suite 110, Colorado Springs, CO 80910) suggests onsite presence may be required.
What are the key responsibilities of this role?
You will review zoning applications, plats, and development plans to ensure alignment with County codes and the Master Plan. You will also serve as project manager for complex projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and present recommendations to boards.