FRED SELDEN
OAKTON
Summary
Experienced Urban Planner who led many critically important planning studies that promoted transit-oriented development and responsible future growth for Fairfax County, one of the nation's premier suburban counties.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Planning Consultant/Technical Advisor
Self-employeed
01.2020 - Current
- Designed mixed-use developments that integrated residential, commercial, and public spaces seamlessly into existing neighborhoods.
- Drafted policy recommendations for local governments to address pressing issues such as affordable housing and public transportation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align production plans with customer requirements.
Director of Planning and Zoning
Fairfax County Government
03.2011 - 09.2019
- Compiled costs of goods and services for projects to present decision-makers with accurate estimates and enhance budget planning.
- Led the successful execution of multiple high-profile projects, resulting in significant cost savings and improved business outcomes.
- Prepared, maintained and updated files, land use data and statistics.
- Conducted audit inspections and independent checks to verify parts and materials.
- Championed a culture of excellence within the planning department by setting high performance standards and providing ongoing feedback and coaching to team members.
- Enhanced collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of goals and objectives.
- Spoke publicly to discuss planning projects, garner interest and build support for community areas and government buildings.
Planning Division Chief
Fairfax County Government
04.1995 - 03.2011
- Delivered successful projects on time and within budget constraints, demonstrating strong leadership skills throughout each phase.
- Developed strategic plans in alignment with organizational goals, setting clear expectations and priorities for the division.
- Improved office operations by automating client correspondence, record tracking and data communications.
- Implemented comprehensive training operations, inspections and performance evaluations.
- Led a team of professionals to achieve division goals and maintain high standards of performance.
Senior Land Use Planner
Fairfax County Government
09.1988 - 04.1995
- Led team that worked on a major update to the county's comprehensive plan.
- Drafted the housing section of the adopted Policy Plan for Fairfax County.
- Analyzed development trends and documented the levels of existing commercial and residential uses.
Education
Master of Urban And Regional Planning - Urban Planning
Howard University
Washington, DCBachelor of Arts - Political Science
Howard University
Washington, DCSkills
- Land Use Planning
- Affordable Housing Policy
- Community Engagement
- Demographic Analysis
- Project Management
- Feasibility Studies
Affiliations
- Board Member, Northern Virginia Affordable Housing Alliance
Timeline
Planning Consultant/Technical Advisor
Self-employeed
01.2020 - Current
Director of Planning and Zoning
Fairfax County Government
03.2011 - 09.2019
Planning Division Chief
Fairfax County Government
04.1995 - 03.2011
Senior Land Use Planner
Fairfax County Government
09.1988 - 04.1995
Master of Urban And Regional Planning - Urban Planning
Howard University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Howard University
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