Planner I

Fauquier County Community Development

Warrenton, VA

Experience Level: Entry Level

Salary: $50,027.43 - $90,049.37

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Fauquier County’s Department of Community Development is seeking a motivated and multi-disciplined entry level Planner to join our team. This position within the Planning Division of the Department of Community Development will perform a variety of professional planning work related to land-use, zoning, land development and preservation of rural lands.

Primary functions and responsibilities will include:

  • Providing project management and analysis of Special Permit and Special Exception applications,
  • Assisting in developing and maintaining the Comprehensive Plan,
  • Review of land development applications,
  • Conducting various research and special projects, including an analysis of environmental and demographic information,
  • Providing assistance and advice to citizens, property owners, developers, and professionals seeking information on the planning process and answers to specific land use questions, and
  • Presenting, via written and oral communication, to various audiences including the Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission, and the Board of Zoning Appeals.

Minimum requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in urban or regional planning, landscape architecture or closely related field. The ideal candidate will have the ability to:

  • Apply the principles and practices of planning,
  • Provide strong customer service,
  • Collect and analyze data,
  • Prepare and present staff reports,
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously,
  • Work autonomously and with a team when necessary, and
  • Communicate in a clear and effective manner (both orally and in writing).

Annual salary range is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Posted July 18, 2023, 2:04 PM PDT


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