What are the responsibilities and job description for the Planner II - Development Review position at Stafford County, VA?
Salary : $66,393.60 - $116,188.80 Annually
Location : Stafford County, VA
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 03798
Department : Planning and Zoning
Opening Date : 02 / 13 / 2025
Starting Salary : $66,393.60 to $91,291.20 based on experience
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.
The hiring range for the position is from $66,393.60 to $91,291.20 based on experience.
The full salary range for the position is from $66,393.60 to $116,188.80 to provide opportunity for growth and development.
Examples of Duties
- Manages and reviews complex subdivision plan, site plan, and plat applications for compliance with subdivision and zoning regulations;
- Researches existing conditions, land records, zoning regulations, existing and planned infrastructure, Comprehensive Plan recommendations, and other elements pertinent to land development;
- Performs or assists in the development of studies, analyses, and recommendations relating to subdivision and development regulations / processes;
- 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.;
- Assists with the management and review of complex applications for re-zoning, conditional use permits, and Comprehensive Plan Compliance;
- 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 and;
- Performs related tasks as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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.
Position may be filled as a Planner III depending on qualifications.
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.
Please for our full-time benefits.
Note : All employees are required to have direct deposit of their bi-weekly paychecks into one or more financial institution(s) of their choice. Information must be presented at time of hire.
Proper Identification must be shown at time of hire in order to complete the necessary paperwork for compliance with the Immigration Control and Reform Act of 1986.
How many total years of experience do you have in the professional planning, plan / plat review, or engineering field?
How many total years of experience do you have with project management?
Do you have any certifications relating to planning, construction, or land development? If so, please list.
Required Question
Salary : $66,394 - $116,189
