Fairfax County, VA
Salary :
$72,125.46 - $120,208.82 Annually Location :
FAIRFAX (EJ26), VA Job Type:
FT Salary W BN Job Number:
25-01871 Department:
Land Development Svcs Opening Date:
10/11/2025 Closing Date:
10/24/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Pay Grade:
S25 Posting Type:
Open to General Public
Job Announcement
Fairfax County boasts a top-notch school system, safe neighborhoods, thousands of acres of parkland, and bustling town centers. County government sits at the heart of this dynamic community of almost 1.2 million residents and seeks employees eager to bring their energy, enthusiasm and skills to serve Fairfax residents and to shape the county's future. Land Development Services (LDS) is the steward of the county's land development and building construction codes and regulations, and its staff members embrace their essential role as "first preventers." Every day, through careful review, permitting and inspection of site and building construction, our staff protect the health, safety, welfare, and environment for those who live in, work in, and visit Fairfax County. Our department also serves as the gateway to much of the county's economic development, reviewing over 30,000 building and site plan submissions, issuing nearly 70,000 building permits, and conducting over 220,000 building and site inspections each year. If you would like to join a creative, collaborative, innovative team doing meaningful work, then LDS is the place for you.
This position provides technical support and oversight of proffers and development conditions with a focus on implementation and compliance. Reviews, analyzes, and interprets proffers and development conditions to ensure compliance with all applicable approved entitlements. Creates and manages proffer and development condition tracking tools, systems, and databases. Assists in management, enforcement, compliance, and resolution of issues and inquiries related to development conditions and proffers on land development projects following zoning approval and through bond release. Serves as team member for new and existing development projects and acts as a liaison to stakeholders. Coordinates with agency staff and industry representatives regarding the implementation and enforcement of proffers and development conditions throughout all stages of the permitting process. Maintains, reports, processes, and troubleshoots proffer information on site and building records. Develops and presents recommended courses of action to resolve proffer non-compliance issues. Assists in training and outreach efforts. Assists in process improvement initiates and the development of standard operating procedures. Communicates land development regulations to contractors, developers, engineers, sureties, other governmental agencies, and citizens.
Duties and Responsibilities include: Proffer Implementation and Enforcement Coordination: Applies approved proffers and development conditions to administrative plans to identify interrelationships and implementation strategies. Communicate compliance issues and implementation strategies to co-workers, elected and appointed officials, development representatives, and citizens. Research, Customer Service and Communication: Collects, analyzes, and interprets data in order to determine compliance with approved proffers and development conditions and communicates expectations regarding compliance. Functions as project manager to assist stakeholders in reaching compliance.
Process Improvements: Assists in process development and system enhancements for proffer compliance, including serving as team lead. Develops and maintains proffer compliance SOPs, webpages, and training materials for industry and staff. Assists in the preparation and presentation of training sessions on proffer compliance.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.) Working knowledge of the principles of urban planning and zoning; Ability to read, comprehend and interpret documents relating to land use, zoning, environmental planning, public facilities, and information technology, among others; Ability to write, proofread, edit, and rewrite documents effectively, and to produce accurate final documents; Ability to use a computer to access information, conduct research and to perform basic word processing and spreadsheet operations; Ability to establish and to maintain good working relationships with co-workers, elected and appointed officials, development representatives and citizens; Ability to meet and to deal effectively with County representatives, applicants and the public; Ability to work independently, to set individual priorities, to manage time effectively and to apply consistently sound judgment. Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to") Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in a planning related field; plus two years of experience in a planning-related field.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Masters degree in a planning related field. Experience in the review of various types of engineering, construction, planning, zoning, and/or building related documents. Effective communicator, both orally and in written communications. Strong interpersonal and public relations skills to work effectively with various officials, staff members in a team setting, citizens, and other customers. Experience in writing, reviewing, analyzing, and/or interpreting proffers or development conditions associated with legislative entitlement applications or professional experience in zoning and/or proffer administration. Experience with a local government.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Position is primarily sedentary, however, employee may be required to do some walking, standing, bending and carrying of items up to 10 pounds in weight. Work assignments may also require that the employee make site visits.All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel Interview and may include a practical exercise.
Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including ) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity. Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.#LI-RS1 Merit Positions
Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following: Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage Group Term Life Insurance Long Term Disability LiveWell Program Flexible Spending Programs Paid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more!) Paid Holidays Contributory Retirement Plan Deferred Compensation Employee Assistance Program Employees' Child Care Center Continuous Learning Opportunities
NOTE: Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program:
For additional details please visit the Non-Merit Positions Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year.
Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage Flexible Spending Program Deferred Compensation
Temporary: scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year.
No benefits
01
What is the highest level of education that you have completed?
Less than 12th grade High school diploma or GED Some college Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree Doctorate degree
02
If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a degree.
Less than 45 quarter hours 45 to less than 90 quarter hours 90 to less than 135 quarter hours 135 to less than 180 quarter hours 180 or more quarter hours Less than 30 semester hours 30 to less than 60 semester hours 60 to less than 90 semester hours 90 to less than 120 semester hours 120 or more semester hours Not applicable
03
Please indicate all major(s) or minor(s) for your completed degree(s). Check all that apply.
Urban planning Land use planning Environmental planning Historic preservation Landscape architecture Other (related field) Other (non-related field) Not applicable
04
If you answered "Other (related field)" or "Other (non-related field)" for the previous question, please list all of your majors and minors. If this question does not pertain to you, or you do not have a degree, enter "Not applicable". 05
How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience in a planning-related field do you possess?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five to less than six years Six to less than seven years Seven to less than eight years Eight years or more
06
How many years of professional experience do you have reviewing legislative rezoning plans and/or administrative site, subdivision or building plans?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years
07
How many years of professional experience do you have in writing, reviewing, analyzing, and/or interpreting proffers or development conditions or experience in zoning and/or proffer administration?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years
08
Please indicate if you have experience in the following areas? (Check all that apply)
The review and/or processing of rezoning applications to an elected or appointed body The review and/or processing of site, building, or subdivision plans The review, processing, and/or issuance of site or building permits None of the above
09
What type of professional planning and zoning related experience do you possess? (Check all that apply)
Public sector Private sector Consulting Other None of the above
10
If you selected "Other" in the question above, please explain. If this question does not pertain to you, type "Not applicable". 11
Do you have experience with local government?
Yes No
Required Question
$72,125.46 - $120,208.82 Annually Location :
FAIRFAX (EJ26), VA Job Type:
FT Salary W BN Job Number:
25-01871 Department:
Land Development Svcs Opening Date:
10/11/2025 Closing Date:
10/24/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Pay Grade:
S25 Posting Type:
Open to General Public
Job Announcement
Fairfax County boasts a top-notch school system, safe neighborhoods, thousands of acres of parkland, and bustling town centers. County government sits at the heart of this dynamic community of almost 1.2 million residents and seeks employees eager to bring their energy, enthusiasm and skills to serve Fairfax residents and to shape the county's future. Land Development Services (LDS) is the steward of the county's land development and building construction codes and regulations, and its staff members embrace their essential role as "first preventers." Every day, through careful review, permitting and inspection of site and building construction, our staff protect the health, safety, welfare, and environment for those who live in, work in, and visit Fairfax County. Our department also serves as the gateway to much of the county's economic development, reviewing over 30,000 building and site plan submissions, issuing nearly 70,000 building permits, and conducting over 220,000 building and site inspections each year. If you would like to join a creative, collaborative, innovative team doing meaningful work, then LDS is the place for you.
This position provides technical support and oversight of proffers and development conditions with a focus on implementation and compliance. Reviews, analyzes, and interprets proffers and development conditions to ensure compliance with all applicable approved entitlements. Creates and manages proffer and development condition tracking tools, systems, and databases. Assists in management, enforcement, compliance, and resolution of issues and inquiries related to development conditions and proffers on land development projects following zoning approval and through bond release. Serves as team member for new and existing development projects and acts as a liaison to stakeholders. Coordinates with agency staff and industry representatives regarding the implementation and enforcement of proffers and development conditions throughout all stages of the permitting process. Maintains, reports, processes, and troubleshoots proffer information on site and building records. Develops and presents recommended courses of action to resolve proffer non-compliance issues. Assists in training and outreach efforts. Assists in process improvement initiates and the development of standard operating procedures. Communicates land development regulations to contractors, developers, engineers, sureties, other governmental agencies, and citizens.
Duties and Responsibilities include: Proffer Implementation and Enforcement Coordination: Applies approved proffers and development conditions to administrative plans to identify interrelationships and implementation strategies. Communicate compliance issues and implementation strategies to co-workers, elected and appointed officials, development representatives, and citizens. Research, Customer Service and Communication: Collects, analyzes, and interprets data in order to determine compliance with approved proffers and development conditions and communicates expectations regarding compliance. Functions as project manager to assist stakeholders in reaching compliance.
Process Improvements: Assists in process development and system enhancements for proffer compliance, including serving as team lead. Develops and maintains proffer compliance SOPs, webpages, and training materials for industry and staff. Assists in the preparation and presentation of training sessions on proffer compliance.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.) Working knowledge of the principles of urban planning and zoning; Ability to read, comprehend and interpret documents relating to land use, zoning, environmental planning, public facilities, and information technology, among others; Ability to write, proofread, edit, and rewrite documents effectively, and to produce accurate final documents; Ability to use a computer to access information, conduct research and to perform basic word processing and spreadsheet operations; Ability to establish and to maintain good working relationships with co-workers, elected and appointed officials, development representatives and citizens; Ability to meet and to deal effectively with County representatives, applicants and the public; Ability to work independently, to set individual priorities, to manage time effectively and to apply consistently sound judgment. Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to") Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in a planning related field; plus two years of experience in a planning-related field.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Masters degree in a planning related field. Experience in the review of various types of engineering, construction, planning, zoning, and/or building related documents. Effective communicator, both orally and in written communications. Strong interpersonal and public relations skills to work effectively with various officials, staff members in a team setting, citizens, and other customers. Experience in writing, reviewing, analyzing, and/or interpreting proffers or development conditions associated with legislative entitlement applications or professional experience in zoning and/or proffer administration. Experience with a local government.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Position is primarily sedentary, however, employee may be required to do some walking, standing, bending and carrying of items up to 10 pounds in weight. Work assignments may also require that the employee make site visits.All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel Interview and may include a practical exercise.
Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including ) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity. Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.#LI-RS1 Merit Positions
Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following: Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage Group Term Life Insurance Long Term Disability LiveWell Program Flexible Spending Programs Paid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more!) Paid Holidays Contributory Retirement Plan Deferred Compensation Employee Assistance Program Employees' Child Care Center Continuous Learning Opportunities
NOTE: Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program:
For additional details please visit the Non-Merit Positions Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year.
Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage Flexible Spending Program Deferred Compensation
Temporary: scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year.
No benefits
01
What is the highest level of education that you have completed?
Less than 12th grade High school diploma or GED Some college Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree Doctorate degree
02
If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a degree.
Less than 45 quarter hours 45 to less than 90 quarter hours 90 to less than 135 quarter hours 135 to less than 180 quarter hours 180 or more quarter hours Less than 30 semester hours 30 to less than 60 semester hours 60 to less than 90 semester hours 90 to less than 120 semester hours 120 or more semester hours Not applicable
03
Please indicate all major(s) or minor(s) for your completed degree(s). Check all that apply.
Urban planning Land use planning Environmental planning Historic preservation Landscape architecture Other (related field) Other (non-related field) Not applicable
04
If you answered "Other (related field)" or "Other (non-related field)" for the previous question, please list all of your majors and minors. If this question does not pertain to you, or you do not have a degree, enter "Not applicable". 05
How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience in a planning-related field do you possess?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five to less than six years Six to less than seven years Seven to less than eight years Eight years or more
06
How many years of professional experience do you have reviewing legislative rezoning plans and/or administrative site, subdivision or building plans?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years
07
How many years of professional experience do you have in writing, reviewing, analyzing, and/or interpreting proffers or development conditions or experience in zoning and/or proffer administration?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years
08
Please indicate if you have experience in the following areas? (Check all that apply)
The review and/or processing of rezoning applications to an elected or appointed body The review and/or processing of site, building, or subdivision plans The review, processing, and/or issuance of site or building permits None of the above
09
What type of professional planning and zoning related experience do you possess? (Check all that apply)
Public sector Private sector Consulting Other None of the above
10
If you selected "Other" in the question above, please explain. If this question does not pertain to you, type "Not applicable". 11
Do you have experience with local government?
Yes No
Required Question