Environmental Planner jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

About this position:
Under general supervision, the professional planner will support planning and program administration activities for Wicomico County. The position will be responsible for the following planning related tasks and projects:

• Administer the Chesapeake Bay Critical Area (“CBCA”) Act, Forest Conservation Act (“FCA”), and related codes and programs. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: review, interpret, and communicate CBCA and FCA laws with the public, developers, and the building community; enforcement of CBCA and FCA codes for compliance, issuance of violations, and abatement of violations; and prepare and assist with code updates and amendments;

• Provide professional support to local environmental programs and initiatives, as well as County established boards and committees;

• Serve as the County representative on the Forestry Board;

• Prepare and present reports to the public, elected officials, appointed boards, and other governmental agencies;

• Obtain and manage grants, consultant contracts, and project / program budgets;

• Performs related work as required.

Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree (preference in Planning, Geography, or a related field) and 1 to 3 years of relevant experience. Proficient in the use of MS Office Suite and online map viewers. Possess ability to present subject matter concisely in written, oral, and graphic form. Capable of establishing effective working relationships with staff, departments, outside agencies and jurisdictions, as well as the general public.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $46,958.00 - $56,286.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Is your degree in Planning, Geography or a related field?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• GIS: 2 years (Preferred)
• Environmental services: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person