PLANNER II - TEMPORARY

The successful candidate will be a key part of the Zoning Administration Team in the Department of Planning and Zoning. The Department is focused on providing high-quality customer service and offers unique opportunities to gain in-depth and diverse experience in the planning profession, to include: implementing a new county-wide comprehensive plan; the review and processing of a variety of land development applications; the creation of a new Zoning Ordinance that is clear, user-friendly and successfully implement the County's updated land-use policies and provides solutions to a broad range of complex land use issues; and the streamlining of the County's legislative review processes.

As a member of the Zoning Administration team, you will work closely with applicants, the Planning Commission, the Board of Supervisors, the Board of Zoning Appeals, the Zoning Ordinance Committee, and staff from a variety of County agencies, and the public. Primary responsibilities will include: providing support to major economic development projects; working with potential clients to understand the Zoning Ordinance; reviewing a variety of land development applications for zoning conformance, researching and preparing zoning determination letters, processing variance and appeal applications, assist in the preparation and processing of Zoning Ordinance amendments, participating in other special projects, and assisting other staff with the preparation and review of work products.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Customer service focused with excellent writing, presentation, and analytical skills
• Facilitation and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, applicants, the public, as well as elected and appointed officials
• Ability to meet deadlines and maintain product quality while managing multiple assignments.

Salary Commensurate with Experience

The successful candidate should have a minimum combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in Planning, Management, Public Administration, Urban Management, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Geography, or related field; two (2) years of experience related work experience in professional planning.

American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certificate and/or being a Certified Zoning Administrator (CZA) through the Virginia Association of Zoning Officials (VAZO) is preferred. Knowledge of planning and land use in Virginia is also desirable.

Attendance at night meetings will be expected.

This position may qualify for relocation assistance in accordance with County policy. The position requires a valid driver's license, driving record check, and background/credit check.