What are the responsibilities and job description for the Planner position at Prince William County, VA?
Salary : $70,921.50 - $125,014.50 Annually
Location : Woodbridge, VA
Job Type : Full-Time (FT)
Job Number : 202509493
Department : DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Division : LAND DEVELOPMENT
Opening Date : 01 / 31 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 14 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
GRADE : C42
Introduction
Prince William County's Department of Development Services is offering challenging and rewarding work as a Zoning Counter Planner in the Land Development Services Division. We are looking for a motivated individual who will be an integral part of a dynamic working team to help nurture and create a supportive, friendly, and good customer-oriented environment for the public and our staff. Prince William County values Leadership at all Levels. Come be a leader with us!
Would you like to work in a collaborative, team-focused environment? Prince William County's Land Development Services Division is a highly motivated organization seeking to ensure that our customer's experience is positive, efficient, and fast. We embrace change and actively engage our staff and community.
In this this role you will have the opportunity to grow professionally. As a learning organization, Prince William County will help you continuously develop your skills through training and special project assignments.
About This Role :
Our Primary responsibilities are :
- Issuing zoning approvals upon receipt of zoning applications by researching the underlying zoning district and uses and interpreting the zoning ordinance, proffers, and special use permits.
- Assisting the public by answering zoning questions and providing guidance about processes and procedures.
This position provides customer service for clients electronically, in person and through telephone and email contact, reviews and processes commercial and residential zoning applications in accordance with the zoning ordinance and / or special use permits / rezoning proffers; ensures routing procedures are followed for routing customers to the zoning counter and other counter windows at other agencies; accepts and processes payments and reconciles daily receipts and prepares daily deposits. This position is responsible for review of plats, site / subdivision plans and other documents related to zoning ordinances and assisting customers with zoning ordinance interpretations, procedures, and the interpretation of proffers and special use permits.
Minimum Requirements :
High school diploma or G.E.D. and 5 years of related zoning experience.
Preferences :
Work Schedule :
This position works a standard Monday-Friday schedule, working 37.5 hours per week.
This position has the ability to telework 1-2 days per week after an initial probationary period.
Special Requirements :
None
Starting Salary Range :
70,921.50 - $83,284.50
Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.
Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.
The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits :
Click on the link below to explore our plans and rates.
I understand that information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications. Information on my resume will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. Only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications. Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited.
This position requires a high school diploma or G.E.D. and 5 years of related Zoning experience. Please select your highest level of completed education.
Quantify your years of experience in zoning, planning or a related field.
This position requires a high level of customer service, and the ability to communicate with citizens, while providing excellent customer service. Please indicate your level of experience in dealing with the public in a high-level customer service position.
How many years of experience do you have working in local / state / federal government?
This position requires the ability to perform quality control on zoning applications and other documents. Please select the option that best reflects your years of work experience in this area.
This position requires experience with fiscal transactions. Please identify the areas in which you have working experience (select all that apply).
Do you have experience issuing zoning approvals or related permits (land disturbance, building permits, occupancy permits, etc.)?
Please indicate areas in which you have working experience :
Please indicate which software systems / databases you have experience with.
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Salary : $70,922 - $83,285
