Legislative Land Use Planner

Loudoun County; Leesburg (AL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Job summary

Loudoun County's Planning and Zoning Department seeks a Legislative Land Use Planner to lead the review of legislative land development applications and coordinate with multiple departments. After training, you may telework two days per week.

Typical duties include analyzing projects, presenting recommendations at night meetings, and managing a caseload of medium-to-large developments. Bachelor's degree in planning or related field with five years of experience is required; certifications such

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Planning, Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of related work experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Progressively responsible work experience at a level that required management of complex planning and land use projects is preferred.
• Preferred: AICP certification; CZA; CZO; PMP; Experience with ArcGIS, Bluebeam Revu and EnerGov.

Responsibilities

• Analyze proposed development projects for compliance with county policies and ordinances.
• Coordinate the review process with other departments and external agencies.
• Provide clear, actionable recommendations to the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors at night meetings.

Skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Planning or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Bluebeam Revu

EnerGov

Job description

Posting number: 27-00811

Department: Planning and Zoning

Job classification: Land Use Planner II / Grade 131

Posting type: Open

Categories: Planning and Development

Summary

Do you enjoy leading teams and collaborating with stakeholders to shape land use policies? If you thrive in fast-paced environments solving land use issues, consider joining Loudoun County, Virginia’s Department of Planning and Zoning as a Legislative Land Use Planner. You’ll manage the review process for legislative land development applications in a growing community near Washington, D.C. After an initial training period, you may telework two days per week.

Examples of duties

The Department is committed to delivering high-quality customer service and presents unique opportunities for professionals to advance their careers in the planning field. Employees benefit from exposure to a wide range of experiences, including working on projects in rural, historic, suburban, and urban parts of Loudoun County. These opportunities include involvement in innovative initiatives such as data center development, multi-unit residential complexes, and commercial spaces, allowing staff to broaden their expertise in diverse planning environments. The Department is seeking an experienced professional to play a significant role in implementing the Loudoun 2019 Comprehensive Plan and contribute as part of the team guiding future development in the county. In this role, you will serve as a project manager overseeing a caseload of medium-to-large-scale land development applications. Specific responsibilities include:

• Analyzing proposed development projects for compliance with county policies and ordinances.
• Coordinating the review process with other departments and external agencies.
• Providing clear, actionable recommendations to the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors at regular night meetings.

You will also address land use issues related to projects such as data center development, energy infrastructure, multi-unit residential communities, and commercial uses, contributing to the high quality of life in Loudoun County.

This position is eligible for a $6,000 hiring bonus in accordance with the County’s Hiring and Retention Bonus Program.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Planning, Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration, or a related field; five (5) years of related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Progressively responsible work experience at a level that required management of complex planning and land use projects is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications Include:

• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification
• Certified Zoning Administrator (CZA)
• Certified Zoning Official (CZO)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Experience with ArcGIS, Bluebeam Revu software, and/or EnerGov software

Supplemental information

Attendance and presentation at regular night meetings after normal business hours is required, to discuss project approvals and gather feedback from community stakeholders. Candidates are required to successfully complete both criminal and driving background checks.

This position calls for an analytical thinker with real-world experience in land planning, such as developing zoning plans, reviewing site designs for compliance with local regulations, or overseeing resource preservation initiatives. Typical responsibilities include evaluating building and conceptual site development plans/plats, preparing reports for the Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors, and coordinating with multiple departments to ensure projects align with community standards. The ability to efficiently manage a high case load, prioritize tasks, analyze policies and regulations, and meet critical deadlines is essential. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required, along with the flexibility to adapt to a range of situations involving staff, applicants, governmental officials, and citizens.