Planning Technician Ii
- Employer
- Fairfax County Government
- Location
- Fairfax, Virginia
- Salary
- $44,998.93 - $74,998.14 Annually
- Closing date
- Nov 16, 2019
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- Industry
- Specialty Trades
- Function
- Construction and Skilled Trades, Consultant and Strategist
- Hours
- Full Time
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job Details
Manages legal notification process for land use hearings scheduled before the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors. Ensures adherence to applicable state and local requirements in coordination with other agencies. Communicates and manages procedures and deadlines in communication with applicants. Verifies accuracy of materials and letters and prepares notification packets within required deadlines. Prepares and issues supplemental notification for deferred applications. Updates web content for department as needed. Coordinates with department staff on website information and material. Assists with the countywide distribution, receipt, and filing of Statement of Economic Interests forms. Participates in office functions including but not limited to backup coverage for office receptionist and responding to County staff and public inquiries. Assists in the identification and implementation of process improvements for position and office functions. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or agency director. This position works under direct supervision of the Management Analyst III.
Illustrative Duties
(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position description.)
Performs complex and technical paraprofessional work, requiring independent review and analysis of information, complex calculations, judgment and decision making;
Posts information related to planning and zoning processes to Department and/or County web pages;
Communicates directly with customers, either at public counter or in a scheduled meeting, by phone, and occasionally in writing, to explain staff findings and provide general zoning information
Provides verbal responses to requests for planning and zoning information and/or responds to specific questions related to specific zoning applications;
Meets directly with applicants to facilitate filing or to resolve filing issues of development review applications and ensure application is completed;
Drafts letters to applicants or other parties as assigned;
Enters required data regarding new applications into the appropriate database;
May establish and monitor project schedules and assist others by maintaining paper and electronic files of information.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)
Considerable knowledge of the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinance and/or Zoning Maps;
Considerable knowledge or familiarity with automated information, mapping and data base
management systems;
Ability to interpret and to apply regulations of the Comprehensive Plan and/ or Zoning
Ordinance to reports, zoning applications and/or other assignments;
Ability to work independently and to make routine decisions regarding compliance with the Zoning Ordinance;
Ability to manage many competing applications or work assignments in various stages of acceptance/completion;
Ability to maintain and retrieve files;
Ability to write and speak effectively;
Ability to maintain effective relationships with County officials, employees and the public.
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to: high school graduation or a GED issued by a state department of education; plus three years of paraprofessional planning or zoning related work, as defined by the area to which assigned.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Not applicable.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in planning, public administration, or related field. Proficient in Foxit, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook), and web posting. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to work independently with limited direction and handle competing tasks in a highly deadline-driven environment. Proven record of establishing excellent working relationships with both internal and external customers.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to the position must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Primarily sedentary, performed in a normal office environment. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview.
It is the policy of Fairfax County Government to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability 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.
Company
Fairfax County, Virginia is a diverse and thriving urban county. As the most populous jurisdiction in both Virginia and the Washington metropolitan area, the County's population exceeds that of seven states. The median household income of Fairfax County is one of the highest in the nation and over half of its adult residents have four-year college degrees or more educational attainment. Fairfax County also is home to an extensive commercial office market and is a major employment center.
Fairfax County Government is a great place to work, with a variety of jobs in different fields, great benefits, and an enjoyable working environment. We serve nearly one million residents in one of the largest counties in the country. Our talented employees have established Fairfax County as a leader in nearly every facet of public service and have won national recognition as innovators in local government.The size of Fairfax County government and the diversity of services it provides to citizens allows opportunities for personal growth and development, without ever having to change employers. In addition to pay, Fairfax County Government provides an employee benefits package worth approximately 25% of your salary in additional compensation. This package of benefits consists of programs designed to protect you and your family during your employment with the county and into your retirement years.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Group Term Life Insurance
Contributory Retirement Plan
Deferred Compensation
Flexible Spending Account Programs
Long Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Care Plan
Tuition Assistance Program
Employees' Child Care Center
Virginia College Savings Plans
Fairfax County's Application Process: Fairfax County uses an online application process called NEOGOV at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobsfor nearly all positions.
Applicants who need assistance with the online application process are welcome to come to the Application Center at Fairfax County's HR Central where staff will be happy to work with you to establish an account and get your resume into the system. HR Central is located in the Government Center at 12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 270, Fairfax, VA, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Or call 703-222-5872 for more information.
For more information on applying, please click here - https://www.governmentjobs.com/home/applicationguide.
- Website
- https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/topics/jobs
- Location
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12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 270
Fairfax
VA
22035-0034
US
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