Principal Planner - Zoning Administration
Loudoun County
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Planner III - Community Planning
Loudoun County
Planning and Zoning
Location
Leesburg, Virginia, 20175
Salary
$77,950.11 - $136,412.69
per year
Type
Full-Time
More Planning & Development jobs →Closes
March 15, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves reviewing land development proposals to ensure they align with county policies, helping with planning studies and assessments, and working with various stakeholders like officials and the public in a fast-growing area near Washington, D.C.
It's ideal for someone with a background in urban planning who enjoys analyzing policies, communicating ideas clearly, and juggling multiple tasks in a government setting.
The role supports community growth while preserving historic and rural elements.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Public Administration, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Geography, or related field, plus three years of professional planning experience (or Master’s degree with one year of experience)
- Strong analytical skills, especially in policy analysis
- Excellent writing, presentation, and communication skills for interacting with staff, applicants, public, and officials
- Ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and maintain high-quality work
- Facilitation and problem-solving skills
- Customer service focus
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record (background check required)
Full Job Description
Requirements
A successful Planner III will primarily support the interpretation and implementation of the County's land use and planning policies as laid out in the Loudoun County 2019 Comprehensive Plan. This position will be responsible for reviewing complex land development proposals for consistency with County policy; providing technical assistance to project managers for area plans, comprehensive plan amendments, and special planning studies; and providing State Corporation Commission reviews and assisting with the Capital Needs Assessment and Capital Improvement Program.
Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with an array of stakeholders, meet deadlines, and maintain product quality while managing multiple assignments. As a member of Community Planning, a successful candidate will work closely with applicants, the Planning Commission, the Board of Supervisors, other Boards/Commissions, staff from a variety of County agencies, and the public. A successful candidate may provide support to Boards and Commissions, such as the Historic District Review Committee.
Salary commensurate with experience.
This position is eligible for a $6,000 hiring bonus in accordance with the County’s Hiring and Retention Bonus Program.
Qualifications
Preference will be given for membership in the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) and for being a Certified Zoning Administrator (CZA) through the Virginia Association of Zoning Officials (VAZO). Knowledge of planning and land use in Virginia is also desirable.
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