The Central Virginia Planning District Commission (CVPDC) is a regional planning agency serving the ten (10) member locality area that comprises the planning area. CVPDC staff provides services for the member localities, agency, business and public stakeholder partners in a broad range of services including economic development, transportation, emergency management, environmental, housing, community development, infrastructure, land use, and solid waste. The CVPDC coordinates and collaborates to identify and develop opportunities for coordination among the region's local governments.
The CVPDC offers an opportunity to work directly on impactful community development, quality of life, and economic development projects and is an ideal environment for motivated and creative individuals with a desire to develop and expand their professional skills.
The CVPDC offers an excellent benefits package, including telework options. The greater Lynchburg area offers a low cost of living, excellent outdoor recreation and cultural amenity access opportunities.
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Transportation Planning Director - CVPDC
The Transportation Planning Director performs responsible, professional planning and administrative duties, and technical work, developing and managing the Central Virginia transportation programs and a variety of professional level projects and assignments. The Director also provides assistance to localities and partner transportation stakeholders as a liaison to state and federal transportation agencies. Further, the Director manages the GIS capability and supports the Council’s general planning efforts. The Director works under the general direction of the LGC Executive Director.
Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Geography, GIS, or related field required. Master’s Degree in Planning or a related field preferred. Five (5) years of related experience required; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) membership preferred. This is a full-time position with benefits; CVPDC offers excellent benefits, including some telework. Starting salary range: $52,033 to $72,717 depending on qualifications.
Apply
To be considered send a Cover Letter and Resume to Human Resources, Central Virginia Planning District Commission, 828 Main Street, 12th Floor, Lynchburg, VA 24504 or hr@cvpdc.org.
Position opened until filled. CVPDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Completion of a formal job application may be requested during final applicant determination process.
Executive Assistant - CVPDC
The CVPDC Executive Assistant serves a variety of boards and commissions and as well provides support the CVPDC office staff. In this role the Executive Assistant prepares and circulates agendas, records and drafts minutes and correspondence and assists staff with special projects. Boards include:
- the Central Virginia Planning District Commission
- the Central Virginia MPO
- the Central Virginia Workforce Development Board
The CVPDC Executive Assistant is responsible to add content to websites and social media platforms. Working with the Commission’s public information firm, the Executive Assistant will lead the development of publications, and mailings for special events involving both writing and collecting material from various PDC Divisions for publication.
The CVPDC Executive Assistant keeps the central office operating smoothly. This involves scheduling and arranging meetings, ordering office supplies and postage.
The position greets visitors in-person and by telephone and provides support to staff as needed.
Executive Assistant Job Description
Apply
To be considered send a Cover Letter and Resume to Human Resources, Central Virginia Planning District Commission, 828 Main Street, 12th Floor, Lynchburg, VA 24504 or hr@cvpdc.org. CVPDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Completion of a formal job application may be requested during final applicant determination process.
Finance Associate - Region 2000 Services Authority
The Finance Associate provides a variety of financial, technical and office support duties necessary to deliver and provide direct or indirect services to the Service Authority members and customers. This position performs functions to include billing, financial reporting, procurement, customer service and management of cash.
High school diploma or equivalent course work in accounting, business management or related field and one to two years of accounting/bookkeeping experience desirable; Associate’s degree preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Depending on work assignment, may be required to have a valid driver’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia and acceptable driving record.
Finance Associate - Full Job Description
Apply
To be considered send a Cover Letter and Resume to Human Resources, Central Virginia Planning District Commission, 828 Main Street, 12th Floor, Lynchburg, VA 24504 or hr@cvpdc.org. CVPDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Completion of a formal job application may be requested during final applicant determination process.
Environmental Technician - Region 2000 Services Authority
The Region 2000 Services Authority is seeking an Environmental Technician. The Environmental Technician assists the Environmental Compliance and Safety Manager with duties ensuring the Region 2000 Services Authority facilities are in compliance with local, state and federal waste management regulations and that all Services Authority personnel are operating in a safe manner in accordance with federal, state and local safety and health regulations.
Requires graduation from high school or completion of GED equivalent and five (5) years of landfill experience. Starting salary range: $39,185 - $43,103.
Clink the link below for a detailed position description. Submit resume and letter of interest to hr(at)cvpdc.org, by mail to: CVPDC, Human Resources, 828 Main Street, 12th floor, Lynchburg, VA 24504. Position open until filled. Drug free environment. EOE VRS covered employer.
Environmental Technician Professional Statement, Duties and Responsibilities
Regional Planner I/Regional Planner II - CVPDC
The Regional Planner is responsible for project execution in a range of planning disciplines including transportation (traditional and active), environmental, emergency management, community development, housing studies, recreation, and economic development planning. Duties include grant writing, grant management, program development, committee management, presentations, report writing. The Regional Planner supports projects under the direction of the Deputy Director of Planning and the Executive Director.
Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Public Administration or related field required. Master’s Degree preferred. Ability to research and analysis information, develop and present well-organized opportunities or solutions is required. Good oral and written communication skills and the ability to facilitate group meetings is also required. Knowledge of marketing, social media and graphic software desirable. Knowledge of GIS preferred. This is a full-time position with benefits; CVPDC offers excellent benefits, including some telework. Regional Planner I $42,000 to $55,000; Regional Planner II $48,000 to $60,000 depending on qualifications.
Regional Planner Job Statement, Duties and Responsibilities
Apply
To be considered send a Cover Letter and Resume to Human Resources, Central Virginia Planning District Commission, 828 Main Street, 12th Floor, Lynchburg, VA 24504 or hr@cvpdc.org.
Position opened until filled. CVPDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Completion of a formal job application may be requested during final applicant determination process.
Mechanic I - Services Authority
The Shop Assistant provides a variety of basic mechanic tasks required to maintain safe and efficient performance of automotive and heavy equipment fleet under the supervision of the Solid Waste Operations Manager. EOE, VRS covered employer. Starting pay range: $19.40/hr - $21.34/hr.
Shop Assistant Statement, Duties and Responsibilities
Landfill Maintenance Worker - Region 2000 Services Authority
The Landfill Maintenance Worker performs routine and procedural manual duties under constant supervision. This position performs routine landfill operations, maintenance, and custodial duties, including operating a variety of machinery and equipment. Problems encountered are typically simple to general in nature. EOE, VRS covered employer. Starting pay range: $15/hr.
Landfill Maintenance Worker Job Statement, Duties and Responsibilities
Landfill Equipment Operator - Region 2000 Services Authority
Region 2000 Services Authority seeks a Landfill Equipment Operator to perform routine manual duties following well-defined procedures including providing services to customers disposing their waste and trash and operating various other types of equipment under routine supervision. Problems encountered are simple to general in nature. EOE, VRS covered employer. Starting pay range: $15.97/hr.
Landfill Equipment Operator Job Statement, Duties and Responsibilities
