Land Use & Zoning Associate — Remote-Eligible

Access-HR, Inc.; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 125,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) profit sharing

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Arlington County Firm is seeking an experienced land use attorney to join its active land use practice in Arlington County. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience navigating complex zoning matters and working collaboratively with municipal officials, local government bodies, and client teams across multiple jurisdictions.

The role focuses on representing clients in land use and zoning matters, interfacing with city, town, and county staff, planning commissions, and elected officials,

Qualifications

• Education & Licensure: Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and an active license to practice law in Virginia.
• Experience: Proven experience in land use, zoning, and municipal practice within Northern Virginia jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in land use and zoning matters, including rezonings, special use permits, comprehensive plan amendments, and conditional zoning applications.
• Interface with and build relationships with all levels of city, town, and county government staff, planning commissions, and elected officials.
• Prepare, analyze, and present qualitative and quantitative research for land development applications and public hearings.
• Attend and participate in evening public meetings, including planning commission sessions, governing body hearings, and citizen outreach forums.

Skills

Research

Analytical skills

Writing

Editing

Communication

Critical thinking

Public speaking

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Active Virginia license to practice law

Job description

Arlington County Firm is seeking an experienced land use attorney to join its active land use practice in Arlington County. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience navigating complex zoning matters and working collaboratively with municipal officials, local government bodies, and client teams across multiple jurisdictions.

The role focuses on representing clients in land use and zoning matters, interfacing with city, town, and county staff, planning commissions, and elected officials,