Senior Zoning Planner — Hybrid/Remote Eligible

Albemarle County Public Schools and Local Government; Charlottesville (VA); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Albemarle County’s Community Development Department is seeking a Senior Planner I for the Zoning Division. You will evaluate building, sign, and zoning applications, interpret regulations, and manage reviews within deadlines.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in planning and two years of relevant experience. This role offers a hybrid remote work schedule and benefits such as holidays, vacation, and health insurance. Virginia residence is required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in planning or related field.
• Two years of professional planning experience including reviewing site development plans and subdivision plats.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with ESRI GIS tools.
• Knowledge of state and local codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review building permits, sign permits, zoning clearances and other applications for compliance.
• Review records, plans, proffers, maps and drawings to evaluate applications.
• Determine zoning districts, uses, setbacks, height, parking and landscaping requirements.
• Identify deficiencies and communicate corrections to applicants and designers.
• Review subdivision plats and site plans for compliance with zoning/subdivision rules.
• Coordinate reviews with County staff and partner agencies like VDH and VDOT.
• Answer questions about zoning requirements and development rights.
• Provide applicants with information about requirements and procedures; maintain records.
• Assist with zoning policy updates and Zoning Modernization projects.
• Perform related work as a Senior Planner I.

Skills

MS Office

GIS knowledge

Education

Master’s degree in planning or related field

Tools

ESRI GIS

Microsoft Excel

Databases

Job description

Albemarle County’s Community Development Department is seeking a Senior Planner I for the Zoning Division. You will evaluate building, sign, and zoning applications, interpret regulations, and manage reviews within deadlines.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in planning and two years of relevant experience. This role offers a hybrid remote work schedule and benefits such as holidays, vacation, and health insurance. Virginia residence is required.