Fairfax County, VA
Planner I
Fairfax County, VA, Fairfax, Virginia, United States, 22032
Salary :
$61,257.25 - $102,095.55 Annually
Location :
FAIRFAX (EJ26), VA
Job Type:
FT Hourly W BN
Job Number:
24-02580
Department:
Planning and Development
Opening Date:
11/02/2024
Closing Date:
11/15/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade:
S22
Posting Type:
Open to General Public
Job Announcement
This position works within the Zoning Permits Section, Zoning Administration Division, Department of Planning & Development.
Performs a variety of zoning administration functions to include:
Reviews zoning permits to include signs and temporary outdoor uses and activities.Reviews noise waiver requests in coordination with elected officials.Provides zoning comments on building permits and occupancy permits.Provides comments on zoning applications such as special exceptions.Conducts zoning inspections and prepares inspection reports upon request.Periodically serves as zoning resource planner to answer zoning-related questions from the public.Provides verbal and written responses to questions regarding the Zoning Ordinance, as received from the public, county and/or state agencies, or elected officials.Reads and interprets technical documents to include sign permit graphics, site plans, and survey plats.Note:
The salary for this position will not exceed the midpoint of the advertised salary range ($81,676.61). This advertisement may be used to fill multiple positions.
In accordance with current Fairfax County telework and personnel policies, this position is eligible for partial telework. Telework enrollment and continuance are subject to supervisor approval and County policy.Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")Graduation from an accredited, four-year college or university in a planning related field.
BRIDGE CLASS EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:Four years of increasingly complex technical experience in the assigned functional area, comparable to experience at the Planning Technician II, or higher, level. This class can serve as a bridge class enabling individuals who do not meet the educational or professional experience standards listed above to qualify for this class by possessing four years of increasingly complex technical experience in the assigned functional area, comparable to experience at the Planning Technician II, or higher, level. The purpose of this bridge class is to promote upward mobility within the Fairfax County workforce. However, persons qualifying for this class on the basis of their technical experience may not substitute this technical experience for education, or for professional experience, in order to qualify for other employment opportunities.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED: Valid driver's license.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Seeking individual with knowledge of the practices of planning and zoning, and professional experience in the review and issuance of planning, zoning, building, and/or related permits. Must be an excellent communicator, with an ability to clearly communicate information orally or in writing to members of the public and other professional staff. Must possess strong interpersonal and public relations skills to work effectively with various staff members in a team setting, citizens, and other customers. Experience using a personal computer, word processing applications, printing and scanning equipment, and Geographical Information System (GIS) based programs or related permitting review and/or government software.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Position is primarily sedentary; however, employee may be required to do some walking, standing, bending and carrying of items up to 10 pounds in weight. Work requires the ability to operate keyboard-driven equipment and make occasional site visits. Ability to drive a vehicle to sites in order to perform field inspections. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:Panel Interview and may include a practical exercise.
The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home () and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.
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Merit Positions
Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance CoverageGroup Term Life InsuranceLong Term DisabilityLiveWell ProgramFlexible Spending ProgramsPaid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more!)Paid HolidaysContributory Retirement PlanDeferred CompensationEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployees' Child Care CenterCommuter Benefit ProgramContinuous Learning Opportunities
NOTE: Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
For additional details please visit the
Non-Merit Positions
Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year.
Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance CoverageFlexible Spending ProgramDeferred Compensation
Temporary: scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year.
No benefits
01
What is the highest level of education that you have completed?
Less than 12th gradeHigh school diploma or GEDSome collegeAssociate's degreeBachelor's degreeMaster's degreeDoctorate degree
02
If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a related degree.
Less than 45 quarter hours45 to less than 90 quarter hours90 to less than 135 quarter hours135 to less than 180 quarter hours180 or more quarter hoursLess than 30 semester hours30 to less than 60 semester hours60 to less than 90 semester hours90 to less than 120 semester hours120 or more semester hoursNot applicable
03
Please indicate all major(s) or minor(s) for your completed degree(s). Check all that apply.
Urban planningLandscape architectureUrban designGeographic information scienceEnvironmental planningOther (related field)Other (non-related field)Not applicable
04
If you answered "Other (related field)" or "Other (non-related field)" for the previous question, please list the discipline of your degree. If this question does not pertain to you or you do not possess a degree, enter "N/A".
05
How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience in a planning-related field do you possess?
NoneLess than one yearOne to less than two yearsTwo to less than three yearsThree to less than four yearsFour or more years
06
If you are a Fairfax County employee and using the Bridge Class in order to meet the minimum qualifications of the job classification, do you have at least four years of increasingly complex technical experience in the assigned functional area, comparable to experience at the Planning Technician II, or higher, level?
YesNoNot applicable (I am not using the bridge class to meet the minimum qualifications)
07
Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?
YesNo
08
How many years of professional experience do you possess in approving planning or zoning related permits?
NoneLess than one yearOne to less than two yearsTwo to less than three yearsThree to less than four yearsFour to less than five yearsFive or more years
09
How many years of professional experience do you possess in approving site, building or other types of permits?
NoneLess than one yearOne to less than two yearsTwo to less than three yearsThree to less than four yearsFour to less than five yearsFive or more years
10
What type of professional planning and zoning related experience do you possess? Check all that apply.
Public sectorPrivate sectorConsultingOtherNone of the above
11
Do you have experience presenting staff recommendations to any of the following boards or commissions? Check all that apply.
Planning commissionBoard of zoning appealsBoard of supervisors, city or town councilCivic associationsNone of the above
12
Please indicate if you have experience in the following areas. Check all that apply.
Evaluating zoning/development applicationsDetermining compliance with zoning ordinancesReviewing site plansConducting inspectionsNone of the above
13
Please indicate if you have experience in these following areas. Check all that apply.
The use of geographic information systems and related software, such as ArcGIS.The use of permitting or plan review software such as ProjectDox, Accela products or related government software.Training peers or other professionals on the use of permitting or plan review software.The digital scanning of documents and their related hardware and/or software.None of the above
Required Question
$61,257.25 - $102,095.55 Annually
Location :
FAIRFAX (EJ26), VA
Job Type:
FT Hourly W BN
Job Number:
24-02580
Department:
Planning and Development
Opening Date:
11/02/2024
Closing Date:
11/15/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade:
S22
Posting Type:
Open to General Public
Job Announcement
This position works within the Zoning Permits Section, Zoning Administration Division, Department of Planning & Development.
Performs a variety of zoning administration functions to include:
Reviews zoning permits to include signs and temporary outdoor uses and activities.Reviews noise waiver requests in coordination with elected officials.Provides zoning comments on building permits and occupancy permits.Provides comments on zoning applications such as special exceptions.Conducts zoning inspections and prepares inspection reports upon request.Periodically serves as zoning resource planner to answer zoning-related questions from the public.Provides verbal and written responses to questions regarding the Zoning Ordinance, as received from the public, county and/or state agencies, or elected officials.Reads and interprets technical documents to include sign permit graphics, site plans, and survey plats.Note:
The salary for this position will not exceed the midpoint of the advertised salary range ($81,676.61). This advertisement may be used to fill multiple positions.
In accordance with current Fairfax County telework and personnel policies, this position is eligible for partial telework. Telework enrollment and continuance are subject to supervisor approval and County policy.Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")Graduation from an accredited, four-year college or university in a planning related field.
BRIDGE CLASS EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:Four years of increasingly complex technical experience in the assigned functional area, comparable to experience at the Planning Technician II, or higher, level. This class can serve as a bridge class enabling individuals who do not meet the educational or professional experience standards listed above to qualify for this class by possessing four years of increasingly complex technical experience in the assigned functional area, comparable to experience at the Planning Technician II, or higher, level. The purpose of this bridge class is to promote upward mobility within the Fairfax County workforce. However, persons qualifying for this class on the basis of their technical experience may not substitute this technical experience for education, or for professional experience, in order to qualify for other employment opportunities.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED: Valid driver's license.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Seeking individual with knowledge of the practices of planning and zoning, and professional experience in the review and issuance of planning, zoning, building, and/or related permits. Must be an excellent communicator, with an ability to clearly communicate information orally or in writing to members of the public and other professional staff. Must possess strong interpersonal and public relations skills to work effectively with various staff members in a team setting, citizens, and other customers. Experience using a personal computer, word processing applications, printing and scanning equipment, and Geographical Information System (GIS) based programs or related permitting review and/or government software.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Position is primarily sedentary; however, employee may be required to do some walking, standing, bending and carrying of items up to 10 pounds in weight. Work requires the ability to operate keyboard-driven equipment and make occasional site visits. Ability to drive a vehicle to sites in order to perform field inspections. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:Panel Interview and may include a practical exercise.
The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home () and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.
#LI-LD1
Merit Positions
Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance CoverageGroup Term Life InsuranceLong Term DisabilityLiveWell ProgramFlexible Spending ProgramsPaid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more!)Paid HolidaysContributory Retirement PlanDeferred CompensationEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployees' Child Care CenterCommuter Benefit ProgramContinuous Learning Opportunities
NOTE: Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
For additional details please visit the
Non-Merit Positions
Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year.
Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance CoverageFlexible Spending ProgramDeferred Compensation
Temporary: scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year.
No benefits
01
What is the highest level of education that you have completed?
Less than 12th gradeHigh school diploma or GEDSome collegeAssociate's degreeBachelor's degreeMaster's degreeDoctorate degree
02
If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a related degree.
Less than 45 quarter hours45 to less than 90 quarter hours90 to less than 135 quarter hours135 to less than 180 quarter hours180 or more quarter hoursLess than 30 semester hours30 to less than 60 semester hours60 to less than 90 semester hours90 to less than 120 semester hours120 or more semester hoursNot applicable
03
Please indicate all major(s) or minor(s) for your completed degree(s). Check all that apply.
Urban planningLandscape architectureUrban designGeographic information scienceEnvironmental planningOther (related field)Other (non-related field)Not applicable
04
If you answered "Other (related field)" or "Other (non-related field)" for the previous question, please list the discipline of your degree. If this question does not pertain to you or you do not possess a degree, enter "N/A".
05
How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience in a planning-related field do you possess?
NoneLess than one yearOne to less than two yearsTwo to less than three yearsThree to less than four yearsFour or more years
06
If you are a Fairfax County employee and using the Bridge Class in order to meet the minimum qualifications of the job classification, do you have at least four years of increasingly complex technical experience in the assigned functional area, comparable to experience at the Planning Technician II, or higher, level?
YesNoNot applicable (I am not using the bridge class to meet the minimum qualifications)
07
Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?
YesNo
08
How many years of professional experience do you possess in approving planning or zoning related permits?
NoneLess than one yearOne to less than two yearsTwo to less than three yearsThree to less than four yearsFour to less than five yearsFive or more years
09
How many years of professional experience do you possess in approving site, building or other types of permits?
NoneLess than one yearOne to less than two yearsTwo to less than three yearsThree to less than four yearsFour to less than five yearsFive or more years
10
What type of professional planning and zoning related experience do you possess? Check all that apply.
Public sectorPrivate sectorConsultingOtherNone of the above
11
Do you have experience presenting staff recommendations to any of the following boards or commissions? Check all that apply.
Planning commissionBoard of zoning appealsBoard of supervisors, city or town councilCivic associationsNone of the above
12
Please indicate if you have experience in the following areas. Check all that apply.
Evaluating zoning/development applicationsDetermining compliance with zoning ordinancesReviewing site plansConducting inspectionsNone of the above
13
Please indicate if you have experience in these following areas. Check all that apply.
The use of geographic information systems and related software, such as ArcGIS.The use of permitting or plan review software such as ProjectDox, Accela products or related government software.Training peers or other professionals on the use of permitting or plan review software.The digital scanning of documents and their related hardware and/or software.None of the above
Required Question