DSC Project Coordinator II

City of Virginia Beach; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Job summary

The City of Virginia Beach is seeking a DSC Project Coordinator II in the Planning Department to manage private land development reviews and city approvals. You will lead meetings with developers, consultants, and staff, and guide the development process from pre-submittal to bond.

Strong communication and a practical understanding of city ordinances are essential. Ideal candidates hold a related BS/BA, professional certification, and hands-on land development experience in a municipal setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in a related field plus development experience.
• Professional certification or license related to the trade or development.
• Experience with land development projects and government/municipal processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage City's review and issue approvals for private land development projects (commercial/site plans, subdivisions, multifamily, variances).
• Facilitate project meetings with developers, design consultants, and city staff.
• Provide leadership, guidance and training to the City's review team and customers.

Skills

Land development design

Land development review

Land development project management

Customer service

Education

BS or BA in Landscape Architecture / Architecture / Urban Planning / Civil Engineering

Professional certification or license related to trade or development

Tools

GIS mapping

Accela tracking system

Job description

Job Posting End Date:November 29, 2026Department:PLANNINGCompensation Grade:A16Compensation Range & Starting Salary:Pay Range: $79,081.60 - $122,574.40Starting salary may be negotiable based on qualificationsJob Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):YesAbout Us:Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:The City of Virginia Beach Development Services Center (DSC) with the Department of Planning and Community Development is seeking a DSC Project Coordinator II to join our team. If you’re interested in being part of a dynamic and dedicated team that prides themselves in providing quality customer service to the citizens of the City of Virginia Beach, come join our team!The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and annual and sick leave.Duties:-Manage the City's review of, and issue City approvals for private land development projects such as commercial site plans, subdivision plans, multifamily and multiuse plans, preliminary subdivisions, and associated legal documents and design variances.-Facilitate project meetings with developers, design consultants and city staff.-Provide leadership, guidance and training to the City's review team and customers.-Communicate clearly, in writing and verbally, the City's development requirements, meeting notes, review comments and processes.-Provide oversight of City's development processes from pre-submittal, through review, approval, permitting, inspection, and bond phases.-Have and maintain a comprehensive understanding of, and ability to appropriately interpret, City Development Ordinances and Policies and subsequent changes.-Identify possible process improvements and be engaged in implementing them.-Position requires occasional site visits to address construction or design issues.-Provide professional and courteous customer service with empathy and respect.-Review plans and other documents on-screen via electronic submittals.-Proficient use of the City's GIS mapping and Accela tracking system.-Attend, represent the City, and participate at citizen forums and civic league meetings as necessary.Ideal Candidate;-Education- BS or BA degree in Landscape Architecture Architecture, Urban Planning, or Civil Engineering-Professional Certification or License related to trade or development-Land Development Design Experience-Land Development Review Experience-Land Development Project Management Experience-Government/Municipal Land Development ExperienceAdditional requirements:• DMV Transcript: No• CDL: No• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: No• CPS Check: No• Physical: No• Respirator: No• Psychological Screening: No• Polygraph: No• At Will: NoMinimum Requirements:Minimum Qualifications: Requires any combination of education (above the high school level) and/or experience and training equivalent to six (6) years in fields utilizing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, such as civil engineering, civil engineering technology, urban planning, urban planning, or development project management/coordination. Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.Skills:Working Conditions:Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business.The Working Conditions Summary is intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position in the noted job profile. Please copy and paste the URL below into your web browser to view the Working Conditions Summary for this position.https://workingconditions.vbgov.com/workingConditionsOfficial Job Descriptions:To browse official job descriptions, please access this link - https://virginiabeach.gov/careers/job-descriptions-pay-plans?search=&group=EVRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.