Planning & GIS Assistant Director - Long-Range Planning

Montva; Virginia; On-site; USD 81,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Flexible spending

Retirement plan

Onsite clinic

Wellness programs

Job summary

Montgomery County, VA is seeking an Assistant Director in the Planning & GIS Services Department to lead long-range planning and the Comprehensive Plan. You will manage casework, prepare studies, and coordinate meetings with citizens and boards.

Strong written and verbal communication are essential. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in planning or a related field, five years of planning experience with supervisory responsibilities, and preferably AICP accreditation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Urban Development, Civil Engineering, or closely related field.
• Five years of professional planning experience and supervisory experience preferred.
• AICP accreditation preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication; public speaking and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the Comprehensive Plan and long-range planning initiatives.
• Perform case management, evaluation, analysis, and processing of complex land use applications.
• Prepare and present planning studies and technical reports; conduct research on planning topics.
• Manage planning staff and coordinate meetings with citizens, boards, and committees.

Skills

Public speaking

Written communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Planning or related field

AICP accreditation preferred

Job description

Montgomery County, VA is seeking an Assistant Director in the Planning & GIS Services Department to lead long-range planning and the Comprehensive Plan. You will manage casework, prepare studies, and coordinate meetings with citizens and boards.

Strong written and verbal communication are essential. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in planning or a related field, five years of planning experience with supervisory responsibilities, and preferably AICP accreditation.