Job Opportunities
The Central Shenandoah Planning District Commission (CSPDC) represents and serves the local governments of Augusta, Bath, Highland, Rockbridge, and Rockingham counties and the cities of Buena Vista, Harrisonburg, Lexington, Staunton and Waynesboro as well as the 11 towns within the Central Shenandoah region. The 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.
Regional Planner (Planner I or Planner II) – Two Positions
Location: Staunton, Virginia | Type: Full-time | Salary: $50,000–$76,000, depending on level
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.
Required Qualifications
- 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
Preferred Qualifications
- 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.
Benefits
The CSPDC offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits include:
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits; 97% of employees' premium paid by the organization
- 37.5 hour work week with occasional compensatory time and teleworking opportunities, depending on the position
- Generous Paid-Time Off program
- Virginia Retirement System participation
- Disability insurance paid by CSPDC
- Life insurance paid by CSPDC
- Professional growth and development opportunities
In addition to our benefits package, the CSPDC offers a small, professional, cooperative and congenial working environment. We work together as a team to support each other and our region.
How to Apply
Send a resume and cover letter by email to kimberly@cspdc.org, or by mail to Kimberly Miller, Office & HR Manager, Central Shenandoah Planning District Commission, 112 MacTanly Place, Staunton, VA 24401. Positions will remain posted until filled.
The CSPDC is an equal opportunity employer that complies with EEOC rules and regulations. In addition, to ensure the safety and well-being of our team, clients, and community, we maintain a strict drug- and alcohol-free environment. All applicants must be willing to comply with our workplace drug and alcohol policies.
