The Community Planning, Housing and Development (CPHD) Department is seeking a Zoning Associate Planner to join our Zoning Division within the Policy, Research, and Information Management (PRIM) section, which is responsible for providing oversight and execution of operations for the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA). PRIM also responds to written inquiries for the Zoning Administrator, records management of land use decisions, assisting Division supervisors and staff with assessing program needs and developing solutions. PRIM collaborates with Communications staff to ensure the Division's website content is accurate, and overseeing payroll, budget, and procurement activities. 
 
The Zoning Division is responsible for providing a wide range of services related to the administration and interpretation of regulations contained in the Arlington County Zoning Ordinance (ACZ).

Minimum: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or related field: and 
• Two (2) years of progressive experience in urban planning/design, zoning, or land use development.    

Substitution: Additional education may be substituted for experience.  Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.     
 

Desirable: Preference may be given to candidates with a Master’s Degree in a related field and experience in one or more of the following:   

• Knowledge of land use law related to Zoning;

• Preparing and conducting presentations in a public setting;

• Performing research and analysis relating to zoning, land use, development, and real estate regulations; and 

• Working with the community, neighborhood, non-profit and business groups, and public/private organizations. 

Additional Information:

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, flexible work hours generally between 8:00am and 5:00pm, with telework options.  Evening and weekend work may be required to attend Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) meetings.