Director of Regional Planning and Operations job at ICMA - International City County Management Association in Charlottesville, VA

Director of Regional Planning and Operations

Location: Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission United States

Hybrid

Job Description:

Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission (TJPDC)

Charlottesville, Virginia

The Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission seeks an experienced planning professional to serve as Director of Regional Planning and Operations, a senior leadership role guiding regional planning initiatives and supporting organizational operations. The TJPDC serves Albemarle, Greene, Fluvanna, Louisa, Nelson Counties and the City of Charlottesville, advancing regional collaboration in housing, transportation, community development, environmental planning, broadband, economic development, and legislative services.

Responsibilities include:

Leading regional planning initiatives and programs
Supervising planning staff and supporting professional development
Managing grants and regional planning projects
Supporting member jurisdictions with data collection and analysis, planning, and policy analysis
Supporting agency operations including procurement, compliance, and organizational policy development

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or master's degree in planning, public administration, or related field
8-10 years of progressively responsible planning experience
Minimum 5 years supervisory experience
American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) and Virginia Contracting Agent (VCA) certification required or obtainable within one year of hire

Salary Hiring Range:

$103,834 - $114,125

Location:

Charlottesville, Virginia (Hybrid work environment)