Overview
- Planner II/III (Planner II – $59,250 min, Planner III – $ 65,394 min)
The City of Chesapeake, Virginia, Planning Department is seeking motivated planning professionals to join our growing team to lead new studies and plans related to the long-range future of our city. Experience with working with consultants, communicating with citizen groups, area planning, and excellent writing skills are all preferred qualifications. Our Planning Department is composed of a dynamic team with an inclusive environment. Chesapeake offers an excellent benefit package and competitive pay. Apply today and join us in making Chesapeake an exceptional place to live, work, learn, farm, and play.
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: (Planner II) Requires a Bachelor’s degree or any equivalent combination of education and experience in planning or a closely related field. (Planner III) Requires Liberal Arts Master’s degree in planning or closely related field. Bachelor’s degree with three years progressively responsible experience may be considered in lieu of a Master’s degree.EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: (Planner II) In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of full-time equivalent experience. (Planner III) In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of three years of full-time equivalent experience.
- Planning Technician II ($44,069 – $57,289)
The City of Chesapeake, Virginia, Planning Department is seeking a detail-oriented and responsive individual with excellent customer service skills to oversee address and street name assignment, in-take of critical development documents, and updates of public information. Additional responsibilities will include customer service, database updates, and collaboration with Planning staff and other City departments. Experience with Geographic Information Systems and knowledge of the property development process is preferred. Please apply for our Planning Technician II / Address Coordinator position if you would like to help make Chesapeake a better place to live, learn, work, farm, and play.
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate’s degree in planning, drafting, or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of six months of full-time equivalent experience.
