Senior Legislative Land Use Planner

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Are you passionate about managing projects and solving complex land use issues in a fast-paced, collaborative environment? Do you enjoy presenting to boards and commissions in public meetings and advising appointed and elected officials?

Loudoun County, Virginia's Department of Planning and Zoning is seeking a Senior Legislative Land Use Planner to manage the discretionary review process of legislative land development applications in a large and expanding multifaceted community that is leading growth in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. After an initial training period, this position is eligible for 2-days a week telework.

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The Department of Planning & Zoning is focused on providing high-quality customer service and offers unique opportunities to gain in-depth and diverse experiences in the planning profession in rural, historic, suburban, and urban portions of the county. The Department is seeking an experienced professional to play a large role in implementing the Loudoun 2019 Comprehensive Plan vision and be part of the team guiding the evolution of walkable urban places near the County's Metrorail stations.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the high quality of life that makes Loudoun County a great place to live, work, learn, and play. This position will act as a project manager for a caseload of primarily large-scale land development applications and developing solutions to a broad range of complex land use issues and multi-use projects that include mixed-use developments, attainable housing developments, data centers and associated energy infrastructure, multi-unit residential, commercial, and multifaceted transportation networks. This position provides recommendations to the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors at regular night meetings. This position will analyze proposed projects, coordinate review with other departments and agencies, and provide recommendations to the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors on consistency with adopted policies and ordinances at regular night meetings.

The ideal candidate will have advanced knowledge of land use planning and development, excellent presentation skills, the ability to meet deadlines while autonomously and independently managing multiple assignments and present cohesive technical analysis to decision-makers.

Hiring salary is commensurate with experience.

Bachelor's degree in Planning, Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration, or a related field; six (6) years of related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Progressively responsible work experience at a level that required management of complex planning and land use projects is preferred. Experience using ArcGIS, Bluebeam Revu software, and/or EnerGov is desired. American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification is desired.

This position requires an analytical thinker with real-word experience in land planning, building and site design review, and resource preservation. The ability to manage a high case load, prioritize tasks, and meet critical deadlines is required. Must have strong written and verbal communication skills as well as the ability to adapt to a variety of situations including frequent interactions with staff, applicants, top governmental officials, and citizens

This position requires a valid driver's license, DMV credit, and criminal background checks.

Relocation assistance is available to successful candidates who live more than 40 miles away. Attendance and presentation at regular night meetings after normal business hours is required.