Zoning Policy Lead & Ordinance Architect

Prince William County Government

Prince William (IN)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 108,000

Full time

9 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Retirement from the Virginia Pension
401a and 457 retirement plans
Paid annual leave
Paid personal leave
Paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Group medical and dental plans
Group life insurance
Employee assistance program
Career development opportunities

Job summary

Prince William County is seeking an experienced Principal Planner to lead zoning text amendments and development regulation updates in support of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. You will manage complex projects, draft ordinance language, and coordinate with County leadership, consultants, and the public to implement policy direction.

This role requires exceptional project management, policy analysis, technical writing, and public presentation skills, with responsibilities spanning staff reports,

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED with seven years of planning experience.
  • Experience preparing zoning ordinances or land use policy.
  • Experience with public meetings, staff reports, and presentations.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as project manager for complex zoning text amendments.
  • Draft amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and related regulations.
  • Coordinate with Comprehensive Plan, Strategic Plan, and county policies.
  • Lead consultant teams and manage schedules and budgets.
  • Present recommendations to Planning Commission and Board.
  • Monitor legislative and regulatory changes affecting planning.

Skills

Project management
Policy analysis
Public speaking
Technical writing
Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master's degree in Planning
AICP certification

Tools

GIS applications

Job description

Prince William County is seeking an experienced Principal Planner to lead zoning text amendments and development regulation updates in support of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. You will manage complex projects, draft ordinance language, and coordinate with County leadership, consultants, and the public to implement policy direction.

This role requires exceptional project management, policy analysis, technical writing, and public presentation skills, with responsibilities spanning staff reports,

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