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Planning Director

Town of Cape Charles
Cape Charles, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/18/2026

Planning Director

Town of Cape Charles, VA

The Town of Cape Charles is seeking an experienced and motivated professional to lead our Planning & Zoning Department and help guide the future growth and development of our historic beach community.

This leadership position oversees:

✔ Planning & zoning administration

✔ Development and land use review

✔ Historic district and subdivision review

✔ Comprehensive planning initiatives

✔ Coordination with boards, commissions, developers, and the public

Qualified candidates should have experience in planning, zoning, land use, or local government administration along with strong communication and leadership skills. Virginia zoning/planning experience preferred.

A full job advertisement can be found at https://www.capecharles.org/human-resources/job-opening/planning-zoning-administrator

This is an exempt position that reports directly to the Town Manager. Salary range, DOQ, $76,700-$92,000 plus a robust benefit package including the Virginia Retirement System. Submit cover letter, resume, and a Town Employment Application to Human Resources, PO Box 191, 412 Tazewell Ave. Cape Charles, VA 23310 or by email to humanresources@capecharles.org. 

Please feel free to call the HR Department at 757-331-3259 x11 if you have any questions. No solicitations, please. Submittals without a completed Town Employment Application will not be considered.

 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business needs

                                                              

Salary : $76,700 - $92,000

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