Planning Technician II

Loudoun County Government; Leesburg (VA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework two days per week

Job summary

Loudoun County Government seeks a Planning Technician on the Zoning Enforcement team within the Department of Planning & Zoning. This role provides administrative, technical, and coordination support to enforce zoning regulations and ensure efficient operations.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma with four years of related government experience; a Bachelor's degree is preferred. After a training period, two days of telework per week are available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and four years of related work experience in a government setting.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify zoning complaints to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Monitor cases in LEx and LandMARC as needed.
• Support onboarding activities for new hires.
• Manage personnel certifications.
• Coordinate staff travel and training logistics.
• Serve as vehicle coordinator for the division.
• Act as office automation coordinator.
• Conduct research and data entry.
• Maintain case files and archives; perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Administrative experience

Data entry

Research

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred) in Planning, Urban Studies, Zoning, Historic Preservation, Public Administration or related

Tools

LEx system

LandMARC

Job description

Loudoun County Government has been named one of Forbes' 2025 Best Large Employers! We’re proud to be recognized nationally for our commitment to employee satisfaction and excellence in public service. At Loudoun County, we bring together talented professionals from all backgrounds to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, growing community — that’s The Loudoun Difference .

Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government!

Introduction

Loudoun County is one of the fastest growing counties in the country, known for its excellent quality of life and strong economy, while embracing its historic presence. Located 35 miles northwest of Washington DC, Loudoun County offers a diverse blend of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities. Loudoun County has diverse planning challenges and opportunities, from the development of transit-oriented urban neighborhoods around Metrorail stations to land-conservation and rural planning initiatives in the rural west. The Department of Planning and Zoning focuses on providing high-quality customer service and offers unique opportunities to gain diverse experience in the planning profession, including administering a new Zoning Ordinance, reviewing and processing of a variety of land development applications, and providing solutions to a broad range of complex land use issues.

Loudoun County government has been included in Forbes magazine’s prestigious ranking of America's Best Large Employers. Loudoun is recognized for its outstanding commitment to fostering environments where employees can thrive based on various factors, including atmosphere, salary, diversity, working conditions, and workplace environment.

Job Summary

The Loudoun County Department of Planning & Zoning seeks a qualified professional for the position of Planning Technician on the Zoning Enforcement team in the Department of Planning & Zoning. This role supports the division by performing a variety of administrative, technical, and coordination tasks essential to efficient zoning enforcement operations.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Processing and verifying zoning complaints to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Monitoring cases in LEx and LandMARC as needed
• Supporting new-hire onboarding activities
• Managing personnel certifications
• Coordinating staff travel and training logistics
• Serving as vehicle coordinator for the division
• Acting as office automation coordinator
• Conducting research and data entry
• Maintaining case files, archiving records, and performing additional duties as assigned

The hiring salary will be commensurate with the selected candidate’s experience.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma and four (4) years of related work experience in a government setting, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Bachelor's degree in Planning, Urban Studies, Zoning, Historic Preservation, Business or Public Administration is preferred.

Job Contingencies And Special Requirements

This position requires a criminal background, valid driver’s license and driving record check. After a training period, this position is eligible for two days of telework per week.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Loudoun County Government prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that promotes employee wellness and work-life balance. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process should call Human Resources directly at 703-777-0213 or email Human Resources.