• Job Description

  Req#: 4727343
  Prince William County, VA, one of the fastest-growing communities in the Washington D.C. metro region and one of the most diverse in the country, is seeking to welcome a Development Services Technician to join the Prince William County Planning Office's Community Development Division.
  The Community Development Division supports Prince William County by facilitating and revitalizing its communities as vibrant, equitable, and exceptional places through innovative planning and design excellence for future development, redevelopment and public investment. This Division provides planning services and community engagement at the neighborhood level focusing on the creation of small area plans and special planning studies that promote placemaking, equity and revitalization. The division guides the implementation of small area plans through providing design guidance for new development, fostering strategic investment in the built environment and coordinating revitalization efforts with economic development. This program works with the private sector to identify, promote, and implement redevelopment and revitalization strategies of vacant/underused properties, reuse of existing structures, and quality mixed use developments in strategic locations.
  
  Prince William County is the 2nd largest county in the Commonwealth of Virginia, and is a growing, diverse, and dynamic community located within easy commuting distance from Washington, D.C. and the Northern Virginia area. Prince William County Government is an organization where elected leaders, staff, individuals, families and businesses work together to make Prince William County a community of choice, and has been ranked among the best employers in Virginia on the Forbes list. We do the right thing for the customer and community every time. We rely on leadership at all levels to achieve our Vision.
  
  We are a continuous learning organization, providing no-cost access to training and career development opportunities. We offer c omprehensive, affordable health care options and other benefits to include:
  • Excellent Pay
  • The Virginia Retirement System
  • Paid accrued annual and sick leave
  • 11 paid holidays and 4 personal days
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Enhanced Parental and Medical Leave programs
  • Life insurance
  • Coverage of infertility treatments
  • "Out-of-network" ground ambulance coverage
  • Retiree health insurance credit benefit of $6.50 x years of service (maxed at 30 years)
  • Flexible spending programs
  • Employee assistance programs (EAP)
  • Free access to online courses
  • Credit Union membership eligibility
  • Hazardous Duty Employee Retirement eligibility after 20yrs of service
  • Job security
  • Opportunities for career growth, advancement specialization
  • And so much more!
  Prince William County Government full-time positions qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here PSLF for additional information.
  
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  About This Role:
  The selected individual will perform a variety of administrative duties within the Community Development Division, including managing case/project files, meeting deadlines, tracking milestones, and administratively handling complex processes. The candidate will respond to public inquiries, perform research requests, gather, and document data, maintain public files, enter and retrieve information from electronic resources and databases, and perform a variety of other duties within the Community Development Division. This position assist with coordinating activities, communication and scheduling for division’s activities and special projects.
  Job Functions:
  • Responds to public inquiries made in person, by telephone, or internet for general information on various regulations, requirements, and standards.
  • Provides administrative support for the Division
  • Assists with preparation of reports, charts and publications
  • Prepares graphic communication that target projects or community events
  • Coordinates events logistics and collects supporting data
  • Represents County and Division at public meetings and community groups
  • Assist with updating the website of division’s current activities and projects
  • Manages and maintains division’s schedule and deadlines
  • Records and reports all monetary transactions following procedures specific to the focus area.
  • Performs research and coordinates information requests with or makes referrals to other divisions or county departments.
  • Enters and retrieves information from various electronic resources and databases.
  
  Minimum Requirements:
  High school diploma or G.E.D.
  
  Preferences:
  Applicants will be part of a team environment; however, successful job performance will require Applicants to be highly responsible and self-motivated. Additional preferred skills are as follows:
  • 1 year of Planning experience to include managing case/project files, meeting deadlines, tracking milestones, and administratively handling complex processes
  • Outstanding customer service skills in dealing with the public, co-workers, applicants, and other county agencies
  • Excellent organization and written communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
  • Ability to receipt funds and post funds
  • Possess strong organizational skills sufficient to maintain multiple electronic and paper case files simultaneously
  • Attention to detail including the ability to edit lengthy complex staff reports
  • Skill with Microsoft Office suite; particularly maintaining tasks and calendars in Outlook and the ability to format complex staff reports in Word
  • Familiarity with website updates and maintained
  • Familiarity with County Date Base (EnerGov, County Mapper, EDMS, Everbridge)
  
  Special Requirements:
  None
  
  Work Schedule:
  Full time 37.5 hours per week
  
  Starting Salary Range:
  
  
  NOTE:
  The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.
  To view the class description in its entirety, click here.
  Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

• About the company

  48 Prince William County is located on the Potomac River in the Commonwealth of Virginia in the United States.

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