Urban planner Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

Job Duties

THE AGENCY

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is the state’s lead conservation agency, and it takes a diverse agency to work for a diverse commonwealth. DCR protects what people care about – access to the outdoors, natural habitats, open spaces, clean water, and safe infrastructure. We manage 42 Virginia State Parks, which has thousands of campsites, hundreds of cabins, beaches, festivals, educational programs, more than 500 miles of trails … the list goes on. If you’re someone who wants to love what you do and make a difference, DCR is the place for you!

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation offers paid leave; 12 paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan); and is a federally recognized Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer.

THE DIVISION

DCR’s Soil and Water Conservation staff administers nonpoint source pollution control programs required by state law. They include nutrient management, agricultural best management practices, resource management planning, shoreline erosion advice, and the administrative, technical, and financial support of Virginia’s 47 soil and water conservation districts.

THE OPPORTUNITY

In this role, you will oversee the coordination of DCR’s Urban Nutrient Management Program; support the writing, implementation, and verification of Urban Nutrient Management Plans; support training and certification of new, current, and future Urban Nutrient Management Planners; review Urban Nutrient Management Plans and provide feedback to improve plan quality; provide technical assistance and serve as the lead on all Urban Nutrient Management issues; build relationships with private sector planners, other agencies, and stakeholders to encourage expansion of Urban Nutrient Management; support DCR’s effort to meet Virginia's Watershed Implementation Plan goals; and work as an integrated team member in support of DCR’s nonpoint source pollution (NPS) reduction efforts.

Minimum Qualifications

• A combination of education, training, or experience in the field Horticulture, Turf and Landscaping Agronomy, Crop and Soil Science, Environmental Science, Agricultural Engineering, or related areas to meet the minimum requirements to obtain the required Urban Nutrient Management Certification.
• Professional experience with turf and urban landscaping production practices, nutrient management, and agricultural land-use issues.
• Professional experience with NPS pollution fundamentals, including primary pollutants, their origins, and reduction strategies.
• Professional experience with planning effectively, managing multiple and various projects, and performing duties with minimal supervision.
• Experience communicating orally and in writing with diverse groups of people from varying economic and educational situations.
• Experience reporting data and completing written reports.
• Knowledge of and proficiency in using MS Office Suite (word processing, spreadsheets, presentations) and other relevant software.

Additional Considerations

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and / or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Urban nutrient Management Planner Certification or must be qualified and obtain certification within twelve months of employment.

Frequent statewide travel is required. Some overnight travel may be required.

A valid State Driver's License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency.

DCR is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and the highest ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that our greatest strength lies in the individual differences, experiences, and skillsets that our employees bring to the table. Because of this, we strongly encourage applications from all walks of life, and we welcome all contributions in terms of age, beliefs, color, culture, disability, education, ethnicity, gender identity / expression, language, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and veteran’s status.

Selected candidate(s) will need to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DCR participates in E-Verify.

Submission of an online application is required for this position. DCR does not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc. for this vacancy in any other format. When applying for jobs, please ensure your online application or resume is complete with duties and skills associated with your work experience.

Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO / AA / TT

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In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS / DBVI to get their AHP Letter.