Fauquier County Department of Community Development
Professional Area:
Zoning Administration
Experience: 7-10 years
Contact person: Kim Johnson, Chief of Zoning/Development Services
Phone: 540-422-8220
Email: Kim.Johnson@fauquiercounty.gov
Location:
Warrenton, VA
The Fauquier County Department of Community Development is seeking an experienced planner and manager to fill the position of Assistant Chief of Zoning and Development Services. The Zoning and Development Services Division includes 27 staff positions responsible for land development and building construction functions, to include: Zoning, Building, Site Planning, Subdivision, and Stormwater Management. Staff is responsible for administering, interpreting and enforcing the Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Ordinance, Stormwater Ordinance, Design Standards Manual, Building Code and land use and environmental provisions of the Code of Virginia.
The Assistant Chief will independently manage a number of these land development functions and play a significant role in the ongoing process of streamlining and simplifying the development process. Additionally, this position will be responsible for a variety of professional work, which may include zoning review of complex land development cases, interpretation of ordinances and proffers, and analysis and preparation of amendments to the subdivision and zoning ordinances. The position provides staff support to various boards and commissions and has extensive contact with citizens, property owners, developers, design firms, local officials, and staff in other county departments and state agencies.
Minimum requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in urban planning or closely related field, with a Master’s degree preferred, with at least 8 years of progressively responsible experience in planning and/or zoning. The successful applicant will be a results oriented professional with keen problem-solving skills. Position also requires outstanding analytical and communication skills. Experience in both the public and private sectors strongly preferred, with specific experience in land development design and/or review, zoning, subdivision, ordinance and permitting required, as well as experience managing staff and/or functions.
Minimum starting salary is $63, 297.00 to $82, 270.50 with salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Interested applicants must submit an on-line Fauquier County classified application, available on the County’s website www.fauquiercounty.gov . Position is open until filled. For assistance with the on-line application call the Human Resources Department at 540-422-8300. Please direct specific position-related questions to Kim Johnson, Chief/Zoning and Development Services at 540-422-8220 or email kim.johnson@fauquiercounty.gov.
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