Planner I

Job Opportunities Use the Government Jobs tab to search through your municipality's employment opportunities. Subscribe to job posting notifications to be automatically alerted of the latest career opportunities by clicking on the Notify Me® button. COUNTY OF WARREN PLANNER I / ZONING OFFICER Warren County is seeking highly motivated and skilled candidates to fill the position of Planner I / Zoning Officer. This is a full-time position that performs responsible technical and entry-level professional work in current planning, development review, zoning administration, and enforcement of the County Zoning Ordinance and related land-use regulations, and related work as required. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Planning Director, with technical direction from the Zoning Administrator for zoning compliance and enforcement matters. This position is responsible for reviewing zoning permits, site plans, subdivision plats, and related applications for consistency with applicable ordinances and established review procedures; assisting in processing conditional use permits, rezonings, variances, and other land-use applications; conducting zoning inspections and investigating complaints; and documenting findings and preparing enforcement correspondence and notices as authorized by the Zoning Administrator. Other duties include preparing draft staff reports, research memoranda, correspondence, maps, and presentations for the Planning Commission, Board of Supervisors, and Board of Zoning Appeals. Assists with Comprehensive Plan implementation, ordinance amendments, planning studies, and other current and long-range planning projects. Assists property owners, applicants, and citizens with zoning and subdivision regulations, procedures, and application requirements. Reviews and interprets surveys, plats, site plans, architectural drawings, property records, and GIS mapping resources. Coordinates application comments and reviews with County departments, state agencies, and other applicable authorities. Maintains accurate case files, inspection records, application tracking information, and related departmental records. Attends public meetings and assists with presentations and responses to questions as assigned, and participates in professional training and certification activities. A successful candidate will have working knowledge of, or the ability to acquire knowledge of, land‑use planning principles, zoning administration, code enforcement, and local government procedures; ability to interpret ordinances and technical documents; ability to read maps, surveys, plats, and site plans; ability to conduct research and prepare clear written reports and correspondence; skill in using computers, office software, and GIS resources; ability to conduct field inspections and document findings; ability to communicate effectively and enforce regulations with firmness, tact, and impartiality; ability to establish effective working relationships with citizens, applicants, coworkers, and public officials; and ability to organize multiple assignments and meet deadlines. Any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate degree in planning, geography, public administration, environmental studies, real estate, or a related field, supplemented by relevant experience in planning, zoning, land development, code enforcement, surveying, or related work. A bachelor’s degree in planning or a related field and experience in Virginia local government are preferred. Equivalent relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of formal education consistent with County policy. Possession of a valid driver’s license appropriate for duties assigned is required, along with the ability to obtain applicable zoning certification within a period established by the County, if required. This is primarily office and field work requiring occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds, walking over uneven terrain, and outdoor exposure to varying weather and site conditions. The hiring range is $57,103.36-$67,877.96, depending on qualifications and experience, and includes an excellent benefits package. Warren County is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), and participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.
S. A pre-employment criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening is required. For any questions, please contact Warren County Human Resources, 220 N. Commerce Avenue, Suite 100, Front Royal, Virginia 22630, 540-636-4600. HR@warrencountyva.gov This position will be open until filled. #J-18808-Ljbffr