Planner II

Dept. of Planning & Zoning

Stafford, VA United States

Job Description

Performs intermediate-level professional work in the handling of a variety of assignments in the Department of Planning and Zoning; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision of a more senior level planner. 

Planner II:
The hiring range for this position is from $71,052.80 to $97,697.60 based on experience.
The full salary range for this position is from $71,052.80 to $124,342.40 to provide opportunity for growth and development.

Planner III:
The hiring range for this position is from $76,044.80 to $104,561.60 based on experience.
The full salary range for this position is from $76,044.80 to $133,078 to provide opportunity for growth and development.

Examples of Duties

 

  • Performs or assists in the development of studies, analyses, and recommendations in connection with the current and long-range physical, social, and economic development of the County;
  • Gathers, selects, compiles, and analyzes data pertaining to characteristics of the area;
  • Analyzes and summarizes existing conditions, derives conclusions, and develops projections such as for population trends, highway needs, land use, etc.;
  • Manages and reviews complex subdivision and plan, site plans, and plat applications;
  • Manages and reviews complex applications for re-zoning, conditional use permits, and Comprehensive Plan Compliance reviews;
  • Assists with the development and implementation of the County Comprehensive Plan and other long range planning tasks, including proffer tracking and growth scenario modeling;
  • Prepares reports and supporting graphic display materials descriptive of research and recommendations;
  • Regularly interacts with internal and external customers with matters relating to comprehensive planning, site development, and application submittal and review;
  • Assists with the County Land Conservation Program;
  • Serves as staff assistant to various boards, commissions, and committees;
  • Prepares presentations and presents information in a public setting;
  • Acts as technical advisors, within field of specializations, to other planners with the department;
  • Assists with training of new personnel;
  • Provides direction to planning technicians and lower level planners;
  • Assists with the background research and planning involved in the implementation of any Board of Supervisors’ future vision and/or strategic priorities;
  • Tracks the implementation of development proffers; and
  • Performs related tasks as required.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

 

  • Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of urban planning; 
  • General knowledge of land development and engineering practices; 
  • General knowledge of economics, sociology and municipal finance as applied to urban planning; 
  • General knowledge of State and Local code requirements;
  • General knowledge of Geographic Information Systems;
  • Some knowledge of current literatures and recent developments in the field of urban planning; 
  • Ability to analyze and systematically compile technical and statistical information and to prepare technical reports; 
  • Ability to prepare and present technical information clearly and in an interesting manner to lay groups and the public; 
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with professional colleagues, employees, and representatives of other public agencies; 
  • Ability to plan and supervise the work of technical personnel.

 

Education and Experience

Planner II:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in urban planning or a related field, and 3 years of experience in professional planning work.

Planner III:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in urban planning or a related field, 5 years of experience in professional planning work, and 1 year of leadership experience or previous leadership/supervisory training is required. This may include completion of training courses focused on leadership or supervisory development.

Possession of industry certifications issued by American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) and/or Virginia Association of Zoning Officials (VAZO) preferred.

Experience Level
Mid I (1-4 years)
AICP Level
Desirable
Specialty
Land Use and Development Regulation and Zoning
Salary Range
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