Planner I​/Planner II

The Central Shenandoah Planning District Commission (CSPDC) represents and serves the local governments of Augusta, Bath, Highland, Rockbridge, and Rockingham counties; the cities of Buena Vista, Harrisonburg, Lexington, Staunton, and Waynesboro; and the 11 towns within the Central Shenandoah region. CSPDC works with its member jurisdictions, communities, and agencies to provide high-quality planning, technical assistance, and facilitation of services that address local, regional, and state needs in an innovative, timely, and cooperative manner.

CSPDC offers a small, professional, and congenial workplace where we work as a team to support one another and our region.

CSPDC is hiring two full-time Regional Planners to join our planning team. Planners provide services to member localities across a range of topics that include transportation, economic development, housing, environment, emergency management, recreation, and local capacity building.

Planners develop local and regional plans, research and write grant applications, and manage awarded grants. They also prepare reports, deliver presentations, and facilitate meetings with local officials, stakeholders, and the public.

Travel to member localities and occasional evening meetings are necessary in the performance of the planner position.

Two agency vehicles are available for work travel within the region.

Planners work under the supervision of senior staff.

• Bachelor's degree in planning, public administration, or a related field
• Ability to analyze information and develop creative solutions and alternatives
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to facilitate group meetings
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience organizing and analyzing data in spreadsheets or databases
• Strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills
• Valid driver's license

• Master's degree in planning, public administration, or a related field
• Experience with GIS (ArcGIS)

Candidates will be hired at the Planner I or Planner II level based on education, experience, and qualifications.

Salary is $50,000–$70,000 for Planner I and $56,000–$76,000 for Planner II.

CSPDC offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 37.5-hour work week, with occasional compensatory time
• Telework opportunities up to 2 days per week after the first 90 days
• Paid time off: 20 days plus 13.5 paid holidays
• Virginia Retirement System (VRS) participation
• Life and disability insurance paid by CSPDC
• Professional growth and development opportunities

Positions are open until filled.

CSPDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To ensure the safety and well-being of our team, clients, and community, CSPDC maintains a drug- and alcohol-free workplace. All applicants must be willing to comply with CSPDC workplace drug and alcohol policies.