Floodplain Program Planner

Virginia; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading conservation agency in Virginia seeks a Floodplain Program Planner to assist local governments with floodplain management. This role involves technical support, program planning, and compliance with state and federal regulations. The ideal candidate will have expertise in floodplain management and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Paid Leave

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plans

Employee Discounts at State Parks

Qualifications

• Knowledge of floodplain management principles and resilience.
• Experience with planning and legal/technical subjects.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to local governments.
• Implement floodplain management initiatives.
• Serve as liaison between FEMA and local communities.

Skills

Floodplain Management

Planning Principles

Public Speaking

Geoprocessing

Communication

Education

Certified Floodplain Manager

Job description

Title: Floodplain Program Planner

State Role Title: Program Administration Specialist II

Hiring Range: $60,000 - $68,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept Conservation & Recreation

Location:Staunton, VA

Agency Website:http://www.dcr.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Floodplain Program Planner provides technical assistance to local governments in the development, update, and implementation of their local floodplain management programs; supports DCR in fulfilling the responsibilities as mandated in Chapter 6 of Title 10.1 of the Code of Virginia; serves as a liaison between FEMA, local communities, and state agencies; and implements floodplain management initiatives in accordance with program and Division goals to ensure that state and federal mandates and local floodplain needs are met.

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is the state’s lead conservation agency, and it takes a diverse agency to conserve resources for a diverse commonwealth.

DCR offers paid leave; 13 paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; as well as retirement plans including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. DCR is also a federally recognized Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer and a certified Virginia Values Veteran (V3) employer.

DCR’s Mission is to conserve the natural, scenic, historic, and cultural resources of the Commonwealth. We invite you to learn more about DCR’s efforts to CONSERVE.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and theories of floodplain management and resilience.
• Experience applying planning principles.
• Experience researching, interpreting, and communicating complex legal and/or technical subjects such as state and federal regulations and agency programs.
• Experience coordinating, planning, and monitoring programs.
• Skill in geoprocessing and mapping.
• Experience working effectively with minimal supervision.
• Experience with public speaking.
• Experience working with diverse groups and organizations.
• Must be a Certified Floodplain Manager, or be able to attain certification within one year of hire.

Additional Considerations

• Experience administering the Virginia Uniform State Building Codes.
• Experience administering the National Flood Insurance Program.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

This position will remain open for a minimum of five calendar days, beginning on 05/09/2025. The position may be closed at any time after the five-day posting period once a suitable pool of applicants has been identified.

Submission of an online application is required for this position. DCR does not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc. for this vacancy in any other format. When applying for jobs, please ensure your online application and/or resume is complete with duties and skills associated with your work experience.

A valid Driver's License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency.

Selected candidate(s) will need to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DCR participates in E-Verify.

Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people with National/Federal Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TT

Must possess a valid State Driver's License, and have the ability to travel and work in a field environment.

DCR employees are encouraged to visit Virginia State Parks! Check out our employee discounts.

• Free parking or admission to all Virginia State Parks.
• DCR classified, retired, and wage staff (after six months of service) are entitled to overnight facility discounts such as:
  • Free camping outside of the Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day period in sites designed for up to six people.
  • Free camping Sunday night through Thursday night (excluding the night prior to a holiday) from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
  • Fifty percent discount on cabins (up to 3 bedrooms) outside of Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, for a maximum of 14 nights. All reservations require a two-night minimum. Bunkhouses, camping cabins, and yurts are included; one night yurt stays only receive a 25% discount.

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In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.