Environmental Planner - 03849

Stafford County is seeking an Environmental Planner to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and the County’s Comprehensive Plan. The role involves conducting environmental studies, collaborating with stakeholders, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a related field and 3 years of experience. The position offers a salary range of $76,044.80 to $133,078.40, depending on experience, and is full-time based in Stafford, VA.
JOB

Performs intermediate to advanced professional work, focusing on ensuring compliance with state, local, and federal environmental regulations, as well as the County’s Comprehensive Plan. The Environmental Planner collaborates with various stakeholders, provides technical expertise, and may occasionally lead or mentor junior staff members. Work is conducted with a degree of independence and requires specialized knowledge of environmental and planning regulations.This is an upcoming opportunity opening July 1, 2025The hiring range for this position is $76,044.80 to $104,561.60 based on experience.The full salary range for this position is from $76,044.80 to $133,078.40 to provide opportunity for growth and development.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Environmental Planning and Studies: Conduct short- and long-term environmental planning studies, focusing on sustainable development, water quality, and land use.Performs short- and long-range environmental planning studies; serves as staff support to various committees; prepares and maintains studies, graphics, records, and files;Performs or assists in the development of studies, analyses, and recommendations in connection with the current and long-range physical, social, and economic development of the County;Gathers, selects, complies, and analyzes data pertaining to environmental characteristics of the area;Performs field reviews, which may involve walking in fairly rugged terrain;Analyzes and summarizes existing conditions, derives conclusions, and develops projections;Reviews subdivision and site plans;Prepares reports and supports graphic display materials descriptive of research and recommendations;Serves as staff assistant to various boards and commissions;Acts as a technical advisor, within field of specialization, to other staff members;Provides direction to planning technicians;Reviews subdivision and site plans;Performs related tasks as required.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in environmental science or planning, water resource management, civil engineering, hydrology or a related field, and 3 years of experience in a professional environmental planning and water quality management.Possession of the following certifications preferred: State of Virginia Professional Wetland Delineator Certification;International Society of Arboriculture Arborist Certification;Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional (CBLP) Certification;Virginia Department of Environmental Quality Erosion and Sediment Control Combined Administrator Certification;Virginia Department of Environmental Quality Stormwater Management Combined Administrator Certification;American Society of Floodplain Managers Floodplain Manager Certification (CFM).