City of Danville, VA
Long Range and Neighborhood Planner
City of Danville, VA, Virginia Beach, Virginia, us, 23450
Salary :
$51,954.26 - $62,345.11 Annually Location :
VA 24541, VA Job Type:
Full Time Professional Exempt Job Number:
1002411 Department:
Community Development Division:
Planning Office Opening Date:
07/08/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
Description Responsible for the implementation strategy of the Comprehensive Plan and Neighborhood Action Plan for the Planning Division. Maintains a comprehensive knowledge of the long-range vision of the City of Danville, updates to state laws, planning trends and methods, and public outreach strategies. Coordinates community engagement and programs designed to strengthen neighborhoods for the Planning Division according to the Neighborhood Action Plan. Performs customer service; receives and responds to requests for information related to long-range planning processes and procedures; provides information and answers questions regarding planning activities; interprets and explains applicable local, state, and federal, codes, ordinances, regulations, standards, and specifications.
The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time. Serves as a technical expert for long range and neighborhood planning through oversight of the City's Comprehensive Plan. Manages the implementation and annual reporting of the City's Comprehensive Plan, Implementation Strategy, and Neighborhood Action Plan. Reviews, manages, and processes complex long range planning requests/projects in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan, Development Code, and other adopted plans, studies, and development standards. Manages neighborhood plan development, outreach, and implementation, assisting neighborhoods with forming neighborhood associations and neighborhood maintenance and enhancement. Develops and manages neighborhood and community engagement strategies for the Planning Division and the department. Maintains files, records, and prepares reports related to grant activities for grants issued and received. Reviews and analyzes rezoning, subdivision, and site plans for comprehensive plan compliance. Maintains a comprehensive knowledge of the long-range vision of the City of Danville, updates to state laws, planning trends and methods, and public outreach strategies; recommends changes and updates to planning regulations and policies in relation to changing demographics and other population shifts and updates and additions to laws and regulations. Provides customer service; receives and responds to requests for information related to long-range planning processes and procedures; provides information and answers questions regarding planning activities; interprets and explains applicable local, state, and federal, codes, ordinances, regulations, standards, specifications, policies and procedures; initiates problem resolution and/or negotiates resolution with various stakeholders. ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Performs additional duties as assigned Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Planning, or a related field; and a minimum of two years of professional level experience in long range planning.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above
Certifications/Licenses
Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record according to City Criteria Job Knowledge Advanced knowledge of the subject matter. Complete comprehension of the subject area to solve common and unusual problems, able to advise on technical matters, and serve as a resource on the subject for others.
Reading Advanced: Ability to read literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal documents.
Writing Advanced: Ability to write editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques.
Math Advanced: Ability to apply fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced mathematical operations methods and functions of real and complex variables.
Communication Skills Decisions regarding interpretation of existing policies may be made. Contacts may involve stressful, negative interactions requiring high levels of tact and the ability to respond to aggressive interpersonal interactions. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas.
Independence and Decision-Making Normally performs the duty assignment according to his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. Special projects are managed with little oversight and assignments may be reviewed upon completion. Performance reviewed periodically.
Technical Skills Work requires a comprehensive, practical knowledge of a technical field with use of analytical judgment and decision-making abilities appropriate to the work environment of the organization.
Fiscal Responsibilities Completes research for documents, compiles data for computer entry, and/or enters or oversees data entry. Has responsibility for monitoring budget/fiscal expenditures (typically non-discretionary expenditures) for a work unit of less than department size (programs, activities, projects or small organizational units) or responsibility for fiscal management of capital project(s). May recommend budget allocations.
Supervisory Responsibilities May occasionally direct helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns or temporary employees.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Light physical effort, exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs, frequently, or negligible amounts constantly. Adequate vision, hearing, talking to use computer, telephone and communicate effectively with others. Frequent standing, sitting, lifting, walking, carrying, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, kneeling, climbing, hearing, talking. Occasional pushing/pulling, crouching, crawling, bending, twisting, balancing. NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time. Regular and predictable attendance is expected. Frequently experiences performing multiple tasks simultaneously, frequent change of tasks, working closely with others as part of a team, and noisy/distracting environment. May occasionally experience time pressure, emergency situations. Rarely experience irregular work schedule/overtime, tedious or exacting work.
MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE
Typically requires use of standard office equipment and telephone, and related software and hardware; and any other tools and equipment as appropriate or as assigned. WORK ENVIRONMENT
This work is performed in an office environment and sites. There may be respiratory hazards weekly; noise and vibration, wetness/humidity monthly; and seasonal exposure to extreme temperatures. There are occasional mechanical and fire hazards, physical danger, or abuse. There is rare exposure to chemical and electrical hazards. Requires employee to wear protective equipment as apparent or assigned, if any. Accident Insurance The City provides optional off the job accident insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides reimbursement for treatments associated with a wide array of accidents and injuries, and is available for immediate family members. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.
Annual Leave Employees accrue annual leave hours based on the length of time they work for the City and their duty cycle. Hours are accrued on a semi monthly pay cycle. Employees are not eligible to use annual leave hours during their first six months of employment.
Critical Illness The City provides optional critical illness insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides a lump sum benefit payment if an employee is diagnosed with a covered illness. Examples include heart attack, stroke, coronary atery by-pass surgery, and so on. Premiums are based on age and tobacco use. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.
Cancer Benefit
The City provides optional cancer insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides a benefit payment if an employee is diagnosed with cancer and provides a benefit during cancer treatments. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction. Deferred Compensation
The City of Danville offers a 457 plan to employees, which provides an opportunity to set aside a portion of your salary for retirement. Income taxes are not paid on the money your defer until you retire and start using it or leave the City. Enrollment in this plan is optional.
Dental Insurance Employees have the opportunity to enroll in dental insurance through Delta Dental.There is an option of a Low PPO plan or a High PPO plan, and coverage is available for immediate family members. Employees pay the entire premium for this insurance through payroll deduction.
Direct Deposit Employees have the option of having their paycheck directly deposited into your financial checking and/or savings account each pay period. Employees may select up to three accounts at the same or different financial institutions for direct deposit.
Disability Insurance Employees are given the option of selecting Short-term and/or Long-term disability insurance programs through The Standard for protection in the event that they become disabled through a non-work related injury. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employees and their dependent family members are eligible to use the City of Danville's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with Sentara Health. The EAP offers free and confidential counseling services to help employees and their dependants deal with serious problems in their lives such as family or marital disputes, problems with alcohol and/or drug abuse, emotional illness, financial or legal worries, or difficulties with stress on the job. In addition to counseling services, the EAP also provides free legal, financial, and Identity Theft guidance.
Employee Health and Wellness Center Employees and eligible dependents have access to the CareTeam Health and Wellness Center, which offers high-quality convenient medical care for an extremely low cost- sometimes it is free! City employees have dedicated nurse practitioners that provides primary care, lab services, chronic disease management, health and wellness coaching, and a variety of other things.
Flexible Spending Account Employees have the option of participating in the flexible spending account (FSA). The FSA allows employees to select a set amount of money to be withheld from their paychecks each pay period for a year to cover certain medical and child care expenses. This money is deducted before taxes are calculated. Money put into the FSA is accessible to the employee through a debit card or through reimbursement.
Health Insurance The City of Danville is self-insured and offers medical and prescription drug coverage through Gateway Health. This coverage is offered to employees and their dependents. The City pays a portion of the health insurance premiums and the employee pays a portion. Employees have the choice between a traditional PPO plan and two high deductible plans (HDHP). HDHP have an option to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA).
Holidays The City of Danville offers the following paid holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, 1/2 day Day before Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day, Easter Monday, George Washington Day, Columbus Day, Veteran's Day, and Your Birthday
Retirement System After five years of employment with the City of Danville, employees are vested in the City's Employees' Retirement System (ERS). ERS is a defined benefit retirement plan with the purpose of providing retirement, disability, and death-in-service benefits. Contributions by employee are mandatory.
Sick Leave
Sick leave is a privilege granted to all full-time employees. Sick leave is accrued on a semi monthly basis.
Term Life Insurance The City of Danville offers optional group term life insurance benefits to employees through The Standard. The amount of death benefit is the employee's annual salary doubled and rounded to the next highest $1,000 up to a maximum of $200,000. Double indemnity (twice the death benefit) is provided for death by accident. The cost of this benefit is divided equally between the City and the employee, which means that the City pays one-half of the premium and the employee pays one-half of the premium.
Tuition Reimbursement The City of Danville recognizes the value of educational training, and therefore, provides limited financial reimbursement to employees taking eligible course on their own time. Employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement after their first six months of employment.
Vision Insurance Employees have the option of enrolling in vision insurance through BlueView Vision. Coverage is available for immediate family members. Employees pay the entire premium for this insurance through payroll deduction.
Universal Life Insurance The City offers optional universal life insurance benefits to employees through Allstate. Employees can select a benefit amount. Premiums are based on an employee's age and tobacco use. Coverage can be selected for an employee's spouse and children.
$51,954.26 - $62,345.11 Annually Location :
VA 24541, VA Job Type:
Full Time Professional Exempt Job Number:
1002411 Department:
Community Development Division:
Planning Office Opening Date:
07/08/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
Description Responsible for the implementation strategy of the Comprehensive Plan and Neighborhood Action Plan for the Planning Division. Maintains a comprehensive knowledge of the long-range vision of the City of Danville, updates to state laws, planning trends and methods, and public outreach strategies. Coordinates community engagement and programs designed to strengthen neighborhoods for the Planning Division according to the Neighborhood Action Plan. Performs customer service; receives and responds to requests for information related to long-range planning processes and procedures; provides information and answers questions regarding planning activities; interprets and explains applicable local, state, and federal, codes, ordinances, regulations, standards, and specifications.
The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time. Serves as a technical expert for long range and neighborhood planning through oversight of the City's Comprehensive Plan. Manages the implementation and annual reporting of the City's Comprehensive Plan, Implementation Strategy, and Neighborhood Action Plan. Reviews, manages, and processes complex long range planning requests/projects in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan, Development Code, and other adopted plans, studies, and development standards. Manages neighborhood plan development, outreach, and implementation, assisting neighborhoods with forming neighborhood associations and neighborhood maintenance and enhancement. Develops and manages neighborhood and community engagement strategies for the Planning Division and the department. Maintains files, records, and prepares reports related to grant activities for grants issued and received. Reviews and analyzes rezoning, subdivision, and site plans for comprehensive plan compliance. Maintains a comprehensive knowledge of the long-range vision of the City of Danville, updates to state laws, planning trends and methods, and public outreach strategies; recommends changes and updates to planning regulations and policies in relation to changing demographics and other population shifts and updates and additions to laws and regulations. Provides customer service; receives and responds to requests for information related to long-range planning processes and procedures; provides information and answers questions regarding planning activities; interprets and explains applicable local, state, and federal, codes, ordinances, regulations, standards, specifications, policies and procedures; initiates problem resolution and/or negotiates resolution with various stakeholders. ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Performs additional duties as assigned Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Planning, or a related field; and a minimum of two years of professional level experience in long range planning.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above
Certifications/Licenses
Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record according to City Criteria Job Knowledge Advanced knowledge of the subject matter. Complete comprehension of the subject area to solve common and unusual problems, able to advise on technical matters, and serve as a resource on the subject for others.
Reading Advanced: Ability to read literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal documents.
Writing Advanced: Ability to write editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques.
Math Advanced: Ability to apply fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced mathematical operations methods and functions of real and complex variables.
Communication Skills Decisions regarding interpretation of existing policies may be made. Contacts may involve stressful, negative interactions requiring high levels of tact and the ability to respond to aggressive interpersonal interactions. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas.
Independence and Decision-Making Normally performs the duty assignment according to his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. Special projects are managed with little oversight and assignments may be reviewed upon completion. Performance reviewed periodically.
Technical Skills Work requires a comprehensive, practical knowledge of a technical field with use of analytical judgment and decision-making abilities appropriate to the work environment of the organization.
Fiscal Responsibilities Completes research for documents, compiles data for computer entry, and/or enters or oversees data entry. Has responsibility for monitoring budget/fiscal expenditures (typically non-discretionary expenditures) for a work unit of less than department size (programs, activities, projects or small organizational units) or responsibility for fiscal management of capital project(s). May recommend budget allocations.
Supervisory Responsibilities May occasionally direct helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns or temporary employees.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Light physical effort, exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs, frequently, or negligible amounts constantly. Adequate vision, hearing, talking to use computer, telephone and communicate effectively with others. Frequent standing, sitting, lifting, walking, carrying, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, kneeling, climbing, hearing, talking. Occasional pushing/pulling, crouching, crawling, bending, twisting, balancing. NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time. Regular and predictable attendance is expected. Frequently experiences performing multiple tasks simultaneously, frequent change of tasks, working closely with others as part of a team, and noisy/distracting environment. May occasionally experience time pressure, emergency situations. Rarely experience irregular work schedule/overtime, tedious or exacting work.
MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE
Typically requires use of standard office equipment and telephone, and related software and hardware; and any other tools and equipment as appropriate or as assigned. WORK ENVIRONMENT
This work is performed in an office environment and sites. There may be respiratory hazards weekly; noise and vibration, wetness/humidity monthly; and seasonal exposure to extreme temperatures. There are occasional mechanical and fire hazards, physical danger, or abuse. There is rare exposure to chemical and electrical hazards. Requires employee to wear protective equipment as apparent or assigned, if any. Accident Insurance The City provides optional off the job accident insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides reimbursement for treatments associated with a wide array of accidents and injuries, and is available for immediate family members. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.
Annual Leave Employees accrue annual leave hours based on the length of time they work for the City and their duty cycle. Hours are accrued on a semi monthly pay cycle. Employees are not eligible to use annual leave hours during their first six months of employment.
Critical Illness The City provides optional critical illness insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides a lump sum benefit payment if an employee is diagnosed with a covered illness. Examples include heart attack, stroke, coronary atery by-pass surgery, and so on. Premiums are based on age and tobacco use. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.
Cancer Benefit
The City provides optional cancer insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides a benefit payment if an employee is diagnosed with cancer and provides a benefit during cancer treatments. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction. Deferred Compensation
The City of Danville offers a 457 plan to employees, which provides an opportunity to set aside a portion of your salary for retirement. Income taxes are not paid on the money your defer until you retire and start using it or leave the City. Enrollment in this plan is optional.
Dental Insurance Employees have the opportunity to enroll in dental insurance through Delta Dental.There is an option of a Low PPO plan or a High PPO plan, and coverage is available for immediate family members. Employees pay the entire premium for this insurance through payroll deduction.
Direct Deposit Employees have the option of having their paycheck directly deposited into your financial checking and/or savings account each pay period. Employees may select up to three accounts at the same or different financial institutions for direct deposit.
Disability Insurance Employees are given the option of selecting Short-term and/or Long-term disability insurance programs through The Standard for protection in the event that they become disabled through a non-work related injury. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employees and their dependent family members are eligible to use the City of Danville's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with Sentara Health. The EAP offers free and confidential counseling services to help employees and their dependants deal with serious problems in their lives such as family or marital disputes, problems with alcohol and/or drug abuse, emotional illness, financial or legal worries, or difficulties with stress on the job. In addition to counseling services, the EAP also provides free legal, financial, and Identity Theft guidance.
Employee Health and Wellness Center Employees and eligible dependents have access to the CareTeam Health and Wellness Center, which offers high-quality convenient medical care for an extremely low cost- sometimes it is free! City employees have dedicated nurse practitioners that provides primary care, lab services, chronic disease management, health and wellness coaching, and a variety of other things.
Flexible Spending Account Employees have the option of participating in the flexible spending account (FSA). The FSA allows employees to select a set amount of money to be withheld from their paychecks each pay period for a year to cover certain medical and child care expenses. This money is deducted before taxes are calculated. Money put into the FSA is accessible to the employee through a debit card or through reimbursement.
Health Insurance The City of Danville is self-insured and offers medical and prescription drug coverage through Gateway Health. This coverage is offered to employees and their dependents. The City pays a portion of the health insurance premiums and the employee pays a portion. Employees have the choice between a traditional PPO plan and two high deductible plans (HDHP). HDHP have an option to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA).
Holidays The City of Danville offers the following paid holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, 1/2 day Day before Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day, Easter Monday, George Washington Day, Columbus Day, Veteran's Day, and Your Birthday
Retirement System After five years of employment with the City of Danville, employees are vested in the City's Employees' Retirement System (ERS). ERS is a defined benefit retirement plan with the purpose of providing retirement, disability, and death-in-service benefits. Contributions by employee are mandatory.
Sick Leave
Sick leave is a privilege granted to all full-time employees. Sick leave is accrued on a semi monthly basis.
Term Life Insurance The City of Danville offers optional group term life insurance benefits to employees through The Standard. The amount of death benefit is the employee's annual salary doubled and rounded to the next highest $1,000 up to a maximum of $200,000. Double indemnity (twice the death benefit) is provided for death by accident. The cost of this benefit is divided equally between the City and the employee, which means that the City pays one-half of the premium and the employee pays one-half of the premium.
Tuition Reimbursement The City of Danville recognizes the value of educational training, and therefore, provides limited financial reimbursement to employees taking eligible course on their own time. Employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement after their first six months of employment.
Vision Insurance Employees have the option of enrolling in vision insurance through BlueView Vision. Coverage is available for immediate family members. Employees pay the entire premium for this insurance through payroll deduction.
Universal Life Insurance The City offers optional universal life insurance benefits to employees through Allstate. Employees can select a benefit amount. Premiums are based on an employee's age and tobacco use. Coverage can be selected for an employee's spouse and children.