Senior Planner (Planner III)

Works within the Urban Centers Section to review and provide comments on developer rezoning applications in the Tysons and Reston areas, focusing on Comprehensive Plan guidance, the county Zoning Ordinance, and urban design guidelines. Helps solve complex challenges associated with urban style redevelopment, including balancing site design, land use, and infrastructure needs for projects along the Metrorail's Silver Line and as well as other urbanizing, transit-oriented areas of Fairfax County.

Participates in a collaborative team environment, representing the guidance of both the Comprehensive Plan and associated urban design guidelines. Application evaluation and implementation activities are focused on urban design; placemaking; streetscape design; utility and infrastructure impacts; urban parks; land use, and industry best practices.

Also manages the development and implementation of progress reports, planning tools, plan and design guidance, and policy updates, as needed. Establishes and maintains relationships with community groups, businesses, and professional organizations and assist with outreach, collaboration, information-sharing, current planning, and long-term planning to strengthen the public-private dynamic.

Must be able to work both independently as a researcher or dedicated resource for Urban Centers Section activities and in a team environment, particularly on special projects that address the challenges of urban style and infill development. The position requires preparation of a variety of written materials including land use and urban design analyses, reports, studies, and public hearing items. Will make presentations before a variety of audiences, such as county staff, citizen groups, as well as the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors. Performs other duties as assigned.

(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 job description.)
Represents the county in negotiations of proffers, conditions, and positions with applicants, citizens, county staff;
Collects, compiles and analyzes data relating to zoning, land use, transportation, public facilities, recreational, and environmental planning and prepares documents;
Presents staff positions at public hearings before the Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and/or Park Authority Board;
Responds to land use, planning, and zoning inquiries and prepares interpretations both orally and in writing;
Coordinates with other county agencies, interest groups and other jurisdictions on various assignments;
Serves as lead planner for a revitalization area;
Serves as staff liaison to task forces and advisory boards;
Serves as mentor for other Planners in the series.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:
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Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in a planning related field; plus four years of experience in a planning-related field.