Planning Director

Job Description

The Position

Located in the thriving Washington, D.C. Metro Area, Prince William is in search of their next Planning Director. The Director will lead the Planning Department in the second-largest county and one of the fastest-growing counties in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The Planning Director oversees all long-range planning, current planning, and zoning matters within the County.

Currently, the Planning Director has six (6) direct reports, including a Deputy Planning Director, Administrative Specialist, and four (4) division managers/administrators. The Planning Director reports to one of the organization’s Deputy County Executives.

Experience and Education

Minimum requirements are a High School diploma or G.E.D., five (5) years of planning experience, and a minimum of three (3) years of senior management experience.

Preferred qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in planning, architecture, landscape architecture, public administration, or a related field and American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification. Public sector planning, urban design experience, and a demonstrated focus on redevelopment, urban form, and human interaction are also highly preferred. Demonstrated leadership of a staff team and large work program is also strongly preferred.

Residency within Prince William County is required after appointment.

Compensation

The salary range is $120,262 – $200,436, depending on qualifications. Benefits offered include the following:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• Holiday, personal, and sick and annual leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account Program
• Retiree Health Insurance and Credit Program
• Eligibility to join the PWC Employees’ Credit Union

Residency within Prince William County is required after appointment and reasonable moving expenses may be provided as part of an overall compensation package.

How to Apply

Applications will be accepted electronically by Raftelis at raftelis.hire.trakstar.com. Applicants complete a brief online form and are prompted to provide a cover letter and resume. Open until filled with the first review of applications on April 21, 2023.