Description: The City of Norfolk (est. pop. 236,000), the dynamic urban center of the Hampton Roads region in Southeastern Virginia, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of City Planner II. The position is located in the Department of Planning & Community Development  Planning Division and supports long range planning efforts. Under general supervision, the position will assist with long range planning projects, including comprehensive planning, neighborhood planning and other area planning needs. The Department has a number of long-range planning activities underway at this time, including the review and update of the Citys comprehensive plan, three area plans, and planning for Light Rail Transit (LRT) station areas along the Citys LRT starter line. Other responsibilities of this position will include coordinating the Citys residential gateways and neighborhood commercial corridor programs, coordinating or participating in multi-departmental program or plan implementation committees, and assisting the general public with department business. The qualified candidate will be able to demonstrate growing proficiency with urban planning practices, research and analysis, technical writing, public relations, group facilitation, and public speaking skills, and will have experience with GIS planning applications. AICP certification preferred. Requires a Masters Degree in Urban and Regional Planning and a minimum of three years professional work experience. Must hold or be able to obtain a valid Virginia drivers license. Salary: $43,051 - $68,820 DOQ. Application deadline: 5/25/08. Visit our website and complete an online application at http://www.norfolk.gov. Resumes should be emailed to recruit@norfolk.gov or mailed ASAP to the City of Norfolk, Department of Human Resources, City Hall Building, Room 100, Norfolk, VA 23510 or faxed to 757-664-4492. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Description: Position to provide professional planning services for Montgomery County; develops and implements long-range plans; gathers and analyzes data; conducts studies; obtains and administers grants; administers County ordinances and comprehensive plan; reviews and approves subdivision plats; writes reports and correspondence; assists in processing rezoning applications; attends meetings of Planning Commission and other community organizations. Requires Bachelors Degree in Planning and Urban Studies or related field and a minimum of 4 years of related experience. Requires excellent communication skills and ability to make effective presentations to a wide variety of audiences; ability to articulate thoughts well; and excellent computer skills. Hiring range between $39,449 to $47,995/yr. DOQ, with excellent benefits (paid health, dental and vision, flex spending, life, disability, retirement, wellness program). County application required and available at Human Resources, 755 Roanoke Street, Suite 2D, Christiansburg 24073. Deadline: Open Until Filled; review of applications will begin May 27, 2008. For more information about this position or to request an application or accommodation for disabilities, contact Human Resources at (540) 394-2007; TTY/Voice (1-800-828-1120 or 1-800-828-1140); County Job Line: (540) 394-2010 or visit our website at http://www.montva.com/jobs.php AA/ADA/EEO

Description: Transportation Planner The Central Shenandoah Planning District Commission (CSPDC) is seeking a qualified Transportation Planner to perform a variety of transportation planning activities. The person selected for this position will assist the senior transportation planner with a variety of transportation related projects. Responsibilities are likely to include but not limited to: " Corridor studies " Conducting area traffic studies " Reviewing traffic impact analyses " Transit planning " Traffic calming initiatives " Bicycle and pedestrian planning " Land use planning " Collection, management and interpretation of data (i.e. traffic volumes, accident diagrams, transit operations) " Analysis of intersections and roadways " Transportation research " Technical assistance, both field and office (i.e. turning movement counts, speed/delay studies) " Assisting in the preparation of study reports, memoranda and presentation material " Drafting regulations that result in context sensitive street designs " Staff support for studies and advisory boards (approximately 1-3 evenings per month) " Organizing transportation meetings / agendas / minutes and representing CSPDC and member localities at same Training and Experience Requirements include: Strong oral and written communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office SuiteWord, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc. Familiarity with Highway Capacity Software, SYNCHRO software, and GIS software is desired. Effective knowledge of traffic calming, bicycle and pedestrian accommodation, and knowledge of transportation modeling techniques required. Must be able to understand and review site plans; project and program management; collaboration using people skills and technical knowledge; the ability to work with citizens, elected officials and regional and state agencies; and the ability to speak before large groups. Valid Virginia drivers license required. A Bachelors degree in urban studies, transportation planning, planning, engineering or a related field is required. Two years transportation planning experience preferred. Local and/or regional government planning experience desired. Salary range: $40,000  $53,000. CSPDC offers an excellent working environment and benefits package. Submit confidential resume, cover letter and references to Executive Director, 112 MacTanly Place, Staunton, VA 24401. Position open until filled. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description: Salary range $56,139.20 to $115,544.00. Arlington is an urban county of about 26 square miles located directly across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. No incorporated towns or cities lie within Arlingtons boundaries. Originally part of the area surveyed for the nations capital, the portion on the west bank of the Potomac River was returned to the Commonwealth of Virginia by the U.S. Congress in 1846. This area was known as Alexandria City and Alexandria County until 1920 when the county portion was renamed Arlington County. The Zoning Office is within the Department of Community Planning, Housing and Development, and administers and interprets the Arlington County Zoning Ordinance, administrative approvals and determinations, and enforcement actions of the Zoning Ordinance as required by state law. The Zoning Administrator heads up the Zoning Office with a staff of 19 employees and will supervise 3 to 5 employees directly. Typical duties include administering and enforcing the Zoning Ordinance, maintaining the official case records and documentation, reviewing zoning fees on an annual basis, financial management, managing the Public Notice process, and leading/managing staff. Position requires a masters degree in planning, public administration or a related field; and at least 3 years progressively responsible experience in local government, specifically in zoning and land use. Supervision experience and familiarity with Virginia Code or Arlington Countys Zoning Ordinance is desired. Outstanding analytical and communication skills are essential. Apply on-line by immediately at www.allianceresourceconsulting.com. For more information, please contact Sherrill Uyeda or Eric Middleton at (562) 901-0769. EEO/ADA.

Description: Salary: $36,302/year Open until filled Award-winning Planning Division serving one of the fastest growing communities in Virginia  located between Norfolk and Richmond  is seeking an entry-level planner. Position provides exposure to all aspects of urban planning with an innovative, enthusiastic, team-oriented environment. Public presentations are required. Bachelor's degree in Planning or related field and one year of planning experience, or any equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred. Computer skills desired. A completed James City County application form is required and may be obtained by calling (757) 253-6736; downloading the form from the Internet at www.JccEgov.com; or by writing Human Resource Department, P.O. Box 8784, Williamsburg, VA 23187-8784. EOE.

Description: HIRING RANGE: $38,944 - $45,833 SHIFT: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm CLOSING DATE: Thursday, May 15, 2008 at 5:00pm MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in Planning, Architecture, or related field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to work effectively with a diverse group of customers in a fast-paced and highly technical environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; ability to quickly and accurately research, analyze, interpret and apply a wide range of data in problem-solving situations. Knowledge of planning and land use principles, zoning and subdivision laws and ordinances (including their formation, process of adoption, and enforcement). Considerable skill and experience in the use of personal computers including: geographic information systems (GIS) as a reference, mapping and analytical tool; word processing and spreadsheets in support of work flow/process improvement. Ability to read and interpret land use plans, maps, charts, surveys, and site plans. Ability to perform fieldwork, climb stairs as needed, and to stand at the Planning front counter for extended periods of time. Good driving record required. Must not reflect a total accumulation of six or more negative points within the past three years or a major violation within the past four years. Pre-employment drug testing and FBI criminal background check required. DUTIES: Perform technical planning and community development tasks by processing applications, building permits, zoning certificate requests, etc. Provide technical interpretations of Ordinance requirements with an emphasis on providing customer service as the first point of contact for planning and zoning inquiries. Performs other work as required. All applications must be received through Chesterfield County website by 5pm EST on May 15, 2008. Go to Careers.Chesterfield.gov to view complete details and to complete an employment application.

Description: The Deputy Director position involves managing, planning, organizing, and supervising planning staff to efficiently review land use applications and cases while ensuring that sound urban planning practices and land use management techniques are used. REQUIRED: Bachelors Degree in Planning or a related field; minimum of five years of progressive experience in planning and two years of supervisory and/or management responsibility. PREFERRED: Masters Degree in Planning, Public Admin. or a related field; extensive knowledge of Virginia law as it pertains to planning and zoning; member of the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) and American Planning Assoc. (APA); five years of supervisory and/or management experience. TO APPLY: See www.leesburgva.gov or request an application from the HR Dept. at 703-737-7177. Mail application and resume in confidence to: Attn.: Nancy Fixx, HR Director, Town of Leesburg, 25 W. Market St., P. O. Box 88, Leesburg, VA 20178. Applications may be faxed to the HR Dept. at 703-737-7190. Resumes may be submitted as supplemental only. EOE/ADA SALARY RANGE:$67,567-$113,406 plus excellent benefits package CLOSING DATE: June 30, 2008 at 5:00pm

Description: Job # 08-0751 $49,596 to $66,129 Fairfax County, a diverse, dynamic and growing jurisdiction in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, is seeking a highly motivated and qualified transportation planner to work on a wide range of transportation planning issues, including long range multimodal transportation planning, sub-area and corridor studies, land use studies and transit analyses. Fairfax County faces significant transportation challenges and is seeking innovative solutions. This is an opportunity to work on a range of transportation planning issues that are at the cutting edge of the profession. Duties include: evaluating impacts of proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan; preparing, interpreting and applying travel forecasts and analyses; coordinating county participation in corridor and facility-level transportation feasibility and environmental studies. The Department of Transportation offers a stable yet challenging work environment with potential assignments in a wide variety of transportation projects. We offer opportunities for flextime, alternative work schedules, telecommuting, training, and compensatory time for work beyond regular hours, plus an excellent benefits package. Requires: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering, urban/transportation planning or a closely related field; plus two years of experience related to transportation and/or land use planning. Preferred: Good writing skills and the ability to communicate technical and policy findings are essential. Master's degree in planning or related field. Strong background in transportation and land use planning. Ideal candidate will have experience in: evaluating transportation impacts of land use proposals, preparing long range transportation plans, GIS and travel demand analysis, strong analytical skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, teambuilding skills, ability to organize and coordinate multiple projects and assignments and establish priorities which accurately reflect the importance of the job and accomplish departmental goals and objectives, ability to work independently and follow through. Note: May be underfilled at the Transportation Planner I level (S20, $41,037 to $54,716), which requires any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering, urban/transportation planning or a closely related field. TO APPLY: Resumes will NOT be accepted via email or fax. To be considered, apply online by May 2, 2008 at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobs. Please note the Job # (08-0751) for this announcement before you visit our Web site to apply. EEO/Reasonable Accommodation. TTY (703) 222-7314.

Description: Salary: $56,105-$84,159/year Open until filled Award-winning Planning Division serving one of the fastest growing communities in Virginia, located between Norfolk and Richmond, is seeking an experienced principal planner with a proven track record of success with comprehensive planning. Position manages a section of the Planning Division and supervises comprehensive planning functions in an innovative, enthusiastic, team-oriented environment. Responsibilities include coordinating the Comprehensive Plan review, overseeing analyses and policy development, preparing the division work program and budget, and guiding the professional development of division personnel. Possession of a bachelors degree in planning or related field, a masters degree in planning or related field; five years of planning experience, two years of supervisory experience, and AICP certification, or any equivalent combination of education and experience, is preferred. A completed James City County application form is required and may be obtained by calling (757) 253-6736; downloading the form from the Internet at www.JCCEgov.com; or by writing Human Resource Department, P.O. Box 8784, Williamsburg, VA 23187-8784. EOE.

Description: The Town of Leesburg in Virginia (37,000+) is seeking a Senior Planner/Transportation to implement the Town Plans transportation policies and action agenda. Responsibilities include drafting Town regulations that result in context sensitive street designs; maintaining the new Town transportation model (CUBE); reviewing development cases for transportation impacts; and representing the Town at regional transportation meetings. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelors Degree in planning, transportation planning, engineering or related field with at least five years experience in transportation planning; ability to communicate effectively; knowledge of traffic calming, bicycle and pedestrian accommodation; knowledge of transportation modeling techniques. PREFERRED: Masters Degree, AICP certification or any equivalent education and experience. TO APPLY: See www.leesburgva.gov to obtain a Town of Leesburg application form OR request an application form from the HR Dept. at 703-737-7177. Mail or fax your application to: Town of Leesburg, HR Dept., 25 W. Market Street, P.O. Box 88, Leesburg, VA 20178. Resumes may be submitted as supplemental only. EOE/ADA OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Description: SENIOR PLANNER POSITION #00923 (ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I) BAND 4 HIRING RANGE: $31,352 - $45,000 RE-ANNOUNCEMENT DCRs Division of Chesapeake Bay Local Assistance, in Richmond, VA is seeking a highly motivated, individual to work both independently and in a team environment to serve as a member of the planning staff and as an agency liaison to assigned Tidewater local governments. Duties and Responsibilities: Provides technical assistance and expertise to local governments relative to Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act implementation, comprehensive planning, land use management, local ordinance review and revision, and water quality protection. Evaluates and reports on local compliance with the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act and its Regulations. Reviews, analyzes and reports on comprehensive plans, local programs, implementation and enforcement activities. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, maintaining databases; managing grants; preparing and presenting technical reports and presentations, and representing the Agency before the general public, local governments and other government agencies. Some travel is required. Qualifications: A degree in urban and regional or environmental planning or equivalent with a strong background and progressive work experience in local government ordinance administration, land use planning and site design, or comprehensive planning; knowledge and/or experience in one or all of the following: urban and regional planning, land use management, zoning administration or development review; ability to work under tight deadlines and on multiple projects; strong skill level in time management and organizational skills; strong customer service and analytical skills; ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing and demonstrated negotiation skills; familiarity with state and federal water quality programs, policies and regulations; proficiency in MS Windows applications necessary. Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position. Advanced degree in urban and regional or environmental planning and GIS expertise preferred. Closing date is April 18, 2008, 5PM ET. Complete the Commonwealth of Virginia Application for Employment on-line on the Recruitment Management System (RMS), at http://jobs.virginia.gov. Only electronic applications will be accepted. Applications that say, see resume will not be considered. EEO/AA Women, Minorities, and Persons with Disabilities Encouraged to Apply.

Description: LOCHNER, a national transportation engineering and planning firm, is currently seeking a Planner for its Richmond, Virginia office location. The ideal candidate will hold a bachelors or masters degree in Urban and Regional Planning with a concentration in one or more of the following: transportation, environment, and comprehensive planning and growth management. 2+ years of professional planning experience in local government comprehensive planning and/or community involvement programs is required. NEPA document writing experience is a definite plus! This is a great opportunity to work with a multi-disciplinary team on challenging large-scale projects, which include a great deal of public and agency involvement and social and environmental impact assessment work. Familiarity with public agency procedures and methods is preferred. LOCHNER provides a competitive compensation package and excellent benefits including ESOP/401k and Flextime. Please email your resume and salary history to and visit us online at www.hwlochner.com for details. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Description: UPDATE COUNTY ZONING ORDINANCE AND SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE (CLOSES APRIL 21, 2008) - Bedford County is seeking proposals to update its current Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances. As one of the fastest growing counties in the western portion of Virginia, Bedford is dealing with the challenges of growth countywide. Through the recently adopted Comprehensive Plan, the County has expressed a desire to protect rural heritage and farmlands and other open spaces in the face of increasing development. The selected Consultant will re-write the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances and develop the Zoning Map ensuring these documents are in agreement. Recommendations of the Consultant will be consistent with General Law as related to these Ordinances A proposal package may be downloaded from the County website at http://www.co.bedford.va.us/Res/Gov/RFP/index.asp, Questions concerning this RFP should be addressed in writing to Brigitte Petersen, Procurement Technician, 122 East Main St., Suite 205, Bedford, VA 24523. Inquiries may also be made via e-mail at b.petersen@co.bedford.va.us, or by fax at 540.586.0406. The closing date and time for this RFP is 2:00 p.m. local prevailing time on Monday, April 21, 2008.