Employer The Piedmont Environmental Council Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills Title: Land Use Field RepresentativeGeographic Focus: Loudoun CountyManager: Director of Land UseLocation: Reports to PEC’s Main Office in Warrenton, VaJob Classification: Full-Time, Non-ExemptAbout PECThe Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC) conserves and restores the lands and waters of the Virginia Piedmont, while building stronger, more sustainable communities. Founded in 1972, PEC is a locally based, community-supported 501(c)(3) nonprofit and accredited land trust. At the core of PEC’s approach is a focus on educating, engaging and empowering people to effect positive change in their communities.Your RolePEC is seeking to hire an enthusiastic and passionate smart growth advocate to represent PEC on land use issues in Loudoun County. Joining a team of staff that cover Loudoun, this position assists with land use issues in Loudoun which include comprehensive plan development, zoning ordinances, regulatory standards, development proposals, and transportation planning. This position would likely be tackling challenging land use policies related to growth and economic development, rural land preservation and conservation, natural and historic resource protection, and others as needed. The Loudoun field representative is responsible for gathering, analyzing, and distributing information on local land use issues and advocating for solutions consistent with PEC’s mission. The representative works directly with local residents, partner organizations, and government staff to advocate for land use policies and regulations that further smart growth practices, protect natural and cultural resources, and promote sustainability.Areas of ResponsibilityThe land use field representative will be responsible for a mix of the functions outlined below:Monitoring and reviewing current and pending land use issues and generating PEC response, when appropriateAttending local government meetings regularly and participating in relevant committees and technical workgroupsServing as a technical resource on land use issues for partner organizations and the broader communityReviewing County staff reports and technical planning reports as needed and responding with comments from PEC as appropriateAdvocating for and against specific land use policies and proposalsEstablishing and stewarding a grassroots network that supports PEC’s mission.Working directly with citizens and allied organizations to organize the public around campaigns, policies and outcomes supportive of the PEC mission, including adoption of language in the counties’ comprehensive plans and support or opposition to specific land use threats and opportunities.Regularly updating PEC Board members, other PEC staff, and members of local advisory committees on relevant land use issues in LoudounCoordinating with communications to draft email alerts, articles, and other advocacy publications as neededCollaborating with PEC communications and development staff to secure appropriate funding and highlight the benefits of PEC’s work in the regionTracking and logging interactions with supporters in our CRM database Required QualificationsOutstanding candidates will share a commitment to PEC’s mission and will bring the following experience and attributes:Bachelor’s degree in planning, landscape architecture, public policy, sustainability or a related field or two years work experience in a related field.Strong work ethic and commitment to PEC’s core values, mission and vision.Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and JusticeDemonstrated strong communication skills, both written and oral, including ability to write, edit, and proofread written materials for use in communicating with the PEC Board of Directors, PEC staff, PEC members, and the public at large.Ability to organize, coordinate and manage diverse activities and deadlines.Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with a diverse constituency including elected officials, non-profit representatives, neighborhood associations, and individual citizens with a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives.Knowledge and experience with Google Suite and Microsoft Office productivity software.Requires minimal supervision.Willing to work some weekends and evenings.Reliable transportation (this position requires frequent travel within the geographic area).Preferred QualificationsKnowledge of local land use planning and zoning in VirginiaExperience working with local residents and/or community organizations, particularly in leading public outreach and/or education campaigns.Familiarity with geographic information systems (GIS) software Job Field: Policy/Administrative Other Job Type: Full Time Location Detail: The field representative reports to PEC’s director of land use, but will also work closely with other field representatives, departments within PEC, and members of the PEC Board of Directors. This position will be based out of PEC’s headquarters office in Warrenton, VA, with some ability to telework. You can also expect to travel to locations within PEC’s nine-county service area a couple of times a quarter for meetings and site visits. Salary: Compensation The full salary range for this position is $24.0385 – $31.25 per hour (the equivalent of $50,000-$65,000), depending on qualifications and experience. Job Benefits: BenefitsPEC offers an outstanding and robust benefits package including:Two health plans (83% employer paid premium for employee only plan, 73% employer paid for added dependents)Short & Long Term Disability*Group Term Life*Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity insurances*HSA account (with employer match up to $750 per year)FSA accounts (health & dependent)403(b) pension plan with employer contribution after 1 year of service with 100% vesting from day one10 paid holidays2 floating holidaysPTO leave – 24 days per year, accrued each pay period1 day per year of paid leave to volunteer at another non-profit or charitable causeSalary continuation leave for employee or family illness – from 2 to 8 weeks fully paid leave eligibility every 24 months, depending on length of servicePaid bereavement, jury duty and military service training leaveTravel expense reimbursementHybrid work environment and flexible work schedulesProfessional development supportPayment for relevant licenses & professional membership fees.*Indicates that this insurance premium is 100% paid by PEC for the employee’s coverage. Application Deadline: Fri, 02/21/2025 - 12:00pm Link to Full Job Posting: https://www.pecva.org/about/jobs-internships/land-use-field-representative-loud…
