Supervisor of Planning Services

JOB LOCATION Aurora, Colorado 80016-2946 Cit y  of Aurora ,  Colorado It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of:   Integrity ,   Respect, Professionalism , and   Customer Service , and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Salary to be commensurate with experience The hiring range for this position is $111,895 - $139,869 annually. The deadline to submit applications is September 30th , 2026 . Please note, The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice. Aurora Water is responsible for enhancing and protecting the quality of life for Aurora citizens by providing quality water, sewer, and stormwater services in a manner that balances social, environmental, and economic needs. Aurora Water   is   seeking a dynamic and strategic   Supervisor of Planning Services   to   play a pivotal role in shaping the City’s future infrastructure.   This   leadership   role   will drive the development and execution of master plans for water, wastewater, and stormwater utility systems—critical components of   the   rapidly growing community. The role involves cross-departmental coordination to forecast growth, lead comprehensive planning studies, and deliver prioritized capital improvement plans. As a team leader,   the Planning Services Engineering Supervisor will   mentor and manage a group of talented engineers, ensuring high-quality deliverables, balanced workloads, and innovative solutions to complex technical challenges.   This position has a Hybrid schedule requiring a minimum of 2 days per week in-person at SEAM (Southeast Aurora Maintenance Facility). PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Leads and supervises the Long-Range Planning Team, managing staff, workload, and key initiatives. Establishes clear priorities, goals, and performance expectations while holding team members accountable.  Participates in the recruitment and selection of technical engineering staff. Oversees onboarding and training, addresses performance gaps, and monitors workload data to ensure team efficiency and alignment with performance metrics.  Fosters a high-performing, customer-focused team culture that reflects the mission, values, and strategic objectives of the department and the city.  Demonstrates deep expertise in utility master planning, including population and employment growth forecasting, demand and loading analysis, and stormwater management principles.  Oversees the procurement and execution of master planning efforts, including negotiating scopes, schedules, and fees with consultants and vendors.  Provides guidance and resolution on complex planning issues related to water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure, balancing technical accuracy with risk-informed decision-making.  Ensures consistency and accuracy across all citywide master planning efforts. Coordinates with internal stakeholders to update and prepare prioritized capital budget recommendations.  Collaborates with other city departments (e.g., Planning, Parks Recreation and Open Space, Public Works, etc.) to develop integrated solutions for cross-functional projects and planning initiatives.  Identifies and implements process improvements to enhance team workflows, project delivery, and operational efficiency.  Serves as a liaison to external agencies (MHFD, Xcel Energy, Metro Water Recovery, Denver Water, ECCV, etc.) representing the city’s interests in collaborative planning efforts.  Coordinates with the Mile High Flood District on joint stormwater master planning initiatives and manages intergovernmental agreements for collaborative studies and projects.  Supports the city’s interests in the negotiation, review, and execution of various intergovernmental agreements.  Upholds and promotes the values, mission, and strategic direction of Aurora Water, and actively supports initiatives from upper management Performs other related duties as assigned  This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.  Education:    Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Civil or Environmental Engineering (or directly related field)   Experience:    Seven (7) years utility (water, wastewater, and stormwater) infrastructure engineering experience with an emphasis on planning and development   Preferred Qualifications:   Three (3) years of supervisory experience and formal supervisory training is preferred   Long range master planning experience is preferred   Licenses and Certifications:  Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State