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Planning Division Chief - City of Fairfax, VA

Planning Division Chief 

City of Fairfax, Virginia
Professional Area: 
Community Development and Redevelopment
Experience: 
3-5 years
Contact person: 
Mr. Brooke Hardin

Phone: 
703-385-7821
Fax: 
703-385-7824
Email: 
brooke.hardin@fairfaxva.gov
Location: 
FairfaxVA
Duties:
Coordinates the work of the Planning Division and supervises staff. Under the direction of the Department Director, the Division Chief is responsible for the development and implementation of the City’s Comprehensive Plan, and specific area and functional plans. Collaborates with the City’s economic development and transportation programs to lead and implement urban redevelopment initiatives. Oversees the evaluation and processing of proposed amendments to the adopted Comprehensive Plan and administration of the long-range planning program. Prepares studies, reports and recommendations. Serves as staff liaison to the Planning Commission. This position is required to attend evening meetings on a frequent basis. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
A bachelor’s degree in urban planning, public administration, or closely related field and four or more years of experience in professional planning. Applicant should have a thorough, demonstrable understanding of comprehensive and land use planning, zoning, urban design, context sensitive transportation planning, and urban redevelopment. Applicant must demonstrate the ability to present research results effectively in oral and written form and possess a valid driver’s license with a good record.
Desirable Qualifications:
A master’s degree in urban planning, public administration, or closely related field. AICP certification. Progressively responsible supervisory experience of two or more years. Experience in urban redevelopment and the facilitation of public-private partnerships.
Hours:
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Evening meetings required.
Salary:
$82,650 – $124,581 annually (City Grade 27)
Closing Date:
Wednesday, December 24, 2014
To apply: