Senior Planner

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of urban and rural planning
• Comprehensive knowledge of pertinent local, Federal and State laws and related regulations
• Proficient with independent research, analysis and formulation of recommendations
• Strong leadership, problem-solving and decision-making skills required
• Coordinate the review of complex projects and ability to clearly and thoroughly present the results effectively in oral, written and graphic form, even under adversarial conditions
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, subordinates, County officials, representatives of other agencies and members of the general public
• Independently manage complex projects and/or provide support to project managers
• Review subdivision plats and site plans for compliance with subdivision and zoning ordinance/regulations.

• Master’s degree with a major in planning, architecture, landscape architecture, natural resources management or a related field
• Four (4) years of relevant professional planning work and project management experience (Two (2) years of experience for Senior Planner I)
• OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Computer experience necessary: Proficiency with Microsoft office suite ESRI products and/or navigating GIS web Some experience and ability to use spreadsheets and databases.
• Proficiency with Microsoft office suite
• ESRI products and/or navigating GIS web
• Some experience and ability to use spreadsheets and databases.

• Possession of a valid appropriate driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia preferred.
• AICP preferred.

• Typically involves walking/standing in an office environment to meet public, give presentations, work with other departments, and retrieving files.
• Site visits may involve walking in fairly rugged terrain.
• Site visits may be required during adverse weather conditions.
• Field work and site visits require spatial interpretation, judging heights, distances, slopes and the like.
• Involves light lifting up to 30 pounds.
• Other physical activities including use of computers and motor vehicle operation.
• Frequent and regular contacts made at all levels of county staff and the general public.
• Communication may require diplomacy, persuasion and tact, including conflict resolution under adversarial conditions.
• Attend and present at meetings both during and outside of normal business hours.
• Communication may require diplomacy, persuasion and tact, including conflict resolution and building consensus under stressful and adversarial conditions.

This position is eligible for a hybrid remote work schedule that is in compliance with the County’s Remote Work Policy and meets the operational and service needs for the position.

All County staff must maintain residence within the Commonwealth of Virginia.

The hiring range for the Senior Planner II position is approx. $80,199.00 - $88,641.00 per year and for the Senior Planner I position is approx. $74,259.00 - $82,075.00 per year.

Starting offer is based on applicable education beyond minimum requirements and internal equity.

The position also provides excellent benefits including 12 paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, VRS retirement, and continuing education/training opportunities.

This is a full time, FLSA exempt position.

Internal candidates will receive pay adjustments in accordance with Local Government Personnel Policy, §P-60.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Position open until filled.

Albemarle County is a certified V3 organization.

Albemarle County is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any group or individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age or disability in regard to any aspect of employment policy and practice: recruitment, testing, selection, assignment, pay, conditions of work, training, leave, overtime, promotion, discipline, demotion, and separation.