Description
The Prince George's County Planning Department of The Maryland National-Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking an experienced Planner IV to join our planning team. The Department provides land use planning for the physical development of Prince George's County, Maryland. As the second most populous county in Maryland, Prince George's has a population of approximately 900,000 residents and is home to The University of Maryland at College Park, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, and Joint Base Andrews. Prince George's County is also home to many attractions such as Northwest Stadium (formerly FedEx Field), National Harbor, and Six Flags Amusement Park. If you are interested in working for the Prince George's County Planning Department, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our Planner IV position.
Examples of Important Duties
Under very general direction, the Planner IV performs the most complex level of planning work in the Department, requiring expert proficiency, exceptional qualifications, and a highly developed skillset. The Planner IV serves as a subject matter expert in one or more of the following areas: public facilities planning, land use planning, environmental planning, historic preservation planning, transportation planning, and/or possesses expert knowledge of zoning /legislative review. The Planner IV professionally performs the following major duties and responsibilities:
- Serves on the Zoning and Subdivision Rewrite team to assist in the training of staff, the public, and government officials regarding implementing the County's new Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Regulations. May become part of a small team tasked with legislative amendments to the new codes to ensure they are implemented as intended.
- Provides expertise on countywide planning matters related to land use, zoning and various long range planning projects such as master plans, sector plans, and functional master plans.
- Analyzes and provides recommendations regarding proposed state and local legislation affecting specific planning programs.
- Conducts studies and/or projects associated with planning and zoning matters, at the request of elected officials, the Planning Board, Planning Director, or Division Chief.
- Provides expert counsel to senior management and professional colleagues on planning issues.
- Works with the Planning Board, Zoning Hearing Examiner, County Council, and/or other high-level public officials to resolve complex planning related policy issues on a regular basis within the area(s) of expertise.
- Assists in the training of staff on the implementation of new/amended policies and/or legislation.
- Reviews, prepares and presents information before the Planning Board and County Council.
- Serves on Commission, County, and State committees that exist for promoting, reviewing, or coordinating various aspects of the planning function, or whose activities may impact upon the planning function.
- Develops formal and informal partnerships with other recognized government, academic, and private sector organizations within a field of expertise.
- Consults with developers, attorneys, architects, engineers, governmental agencies, and the public about planning issues as needed.
Other duties may include full participation in interdisciplinary planning teams. The ability to understand the relationship between land use plans, policy, and regulations is important. The candidate must possess innovative problem-solving skills, outstanding negotiation skills, strong leadership ability, and be willing to work in a diverse environment. Qualified candidates will be expected to demonstrate superior communication skills and effectively communicate planning principles verbally, graphically, and in writing to a variety of audiences. A combination of public and private experience is preferred.
WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING:
The ideal candidate for the Planner IV position will possess:
- Strong collaboration skills, analytical skills, and excellent technical writing skills.
- Expert knowledge of land use, zoning, master planning process, and the ability to provide accurate explanations concerning various planning policies, requirements and procedures.
- Ability to prepare local legislation and manage it through the legislative process.
- Knowledge of the general principles and practices of historic preservation, environmental planning, transportation, public facilities and community planning pertaining to land use and zoning.
- Demonstrated ability to lead or facilitate complex, multi-year projects involving an array of stakeholders, sensitive political issues and challenges, and diverse communities.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders, government agencies and elected officials in a diverse innovative planning environment.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Ability to train other staff on complicated planning principles.
- Knowledge of state and local regulations.
- Knowledge of state and local legislative processes.
- Knowledge of Maryland land use law.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Planning, Geography, Architecture, Parks and Recreation, Transportation, Urban Design, Engineering, Environmental Science, Public Policy, Economics or any related field. Six (6) years of progressively responsible professional level planning experience that includes project consultation and coordination. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total ten (10) years.Valid driver's license (depending on area of assignment) in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.
Supplemental Information
Classification Specification Planner IV
Why Prince George's Planning?
Amenities: - Telework opportunities
- Flexible schedules
- Onsite fitness center
- Complimentary access to M-NCPPC gymnasiums throughout Prince George's County
- Free parking is available for employees
- Professional development opportunities/Tuition assistance
- Positions may qualify for federal student loan forgiveness assistance
The M-NCPPC offers a competitive salary range of $80,206 to $144,677 (salary is commensurate with education and experience) at the Planner IV level with an excellent benefits package including generous leave, extensive health coverage, deferred compensation plan, and employee pension plan.
The Prince George's County Planning Department is conveniently located in Largo, Maryland, near Metro and I-495.
May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of application at 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1).
M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.
THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION
2024 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR MERIT SYSTEM EMPLOYEES
The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans.
Eligibility
You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation.
Retirement Programs- Defined Benefit Plan (Mandatory Participation) - Plan E excludes FOP members.
Plan: Employee Contribution
Plan C: 9.5%*of base salary (FOP members only)
Plan E: 4% of base salary up to maximum Social Security Wage Base (SSWB) and 8% in excess of SSWB.- Deferred Compensation ICMA-RC-457 plan (Optional)
- Traditional and Roth IRAs (Optional)
Health Insurance Plans (FOP Members Pay 23% for Medical, Prescription and Dental and same as all other employees for Vision.) All other employees pay percentage below.- Medical
- Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan - (15%)
- UnitedHealthcare Select Exclusive Provider Organization Health Plan (EPO) - (20%)
- UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus Point of Service (POS) - (20%)
Prescription - CVS Caremark - (15%)Dental - Delta Dental PPO and DeltaCare USA HMO - (20%)Vision - EyeMed - (80% of Low Option plan paid by Commission. Any balance paid by employee.)- Low, moderate, and high options are available. Frequency of covered services differs.
Flexible Spending Accounts (Employee Pays 100%)- Medical Account - Maximum annual contribution: $3,050
- Dependent Care Account - Maximum annual contribution: $5,000
Long-Term Disability Insurance (Mandatory Participation)- Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80% (FOP Members Pay 100%)
- Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary, maximum of $6,000/month
Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)- Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary that exceeds $108,000; capped at $216,000
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80%)- Two (2) times base salary; maximum benefit is $200,000 for each
- Automatic coverage with opt-out provision
Supplemental and Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)- Supplemental - 1,2,3,4, or 5 times base salary; maximum benefit is $750,000
- Spouse/Dependent Combination - $10,000/$5,000, $20,000/$10,000, or $30,000/$15,000
Sick Leave Bank (Contribution and Benefit hours prorated for part-time employees)- Employees have 60 days from date of hire to enroll.
- Employee contributes 8 leave hours each year
- Annually covers up to 688 hours for own serious medical condition, and 480 hours for parental responsibilities (birthadoption or foster care), and 80-160 hours for serious medical condition of an immediate family member
Leave Programs- Annual: 15 days per year
- Personal: 3 days per year (12-month waiting period)
- Sick: 15 days per year
- Holidays: 11 days per year
Other Benefits- Credit Union
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Legal Services Plan
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
- Work-Life Program
For a more detailed description of benefits, please contact the Commission's Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694.
* 01
What best describes your level of education? - High School Diploma or GED
- Some College
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate
* 02
Is your degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Architecture, Parks and Recreation, Historic Preservation, Transportation, Public Administration, Urban Design, Engineering, Environmental Science, Public Policy, or Economics?
* 03
How many years of experience do you have working with government agencies and established communities regarding planning programs and activities? - No experience
- Less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 4 years
- 4 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years to less than 6 years
- 6 years to less than 7 years
- 7 years to less than 8 years
- 8 years or more
* 04
How many years of experience do you have developing and/or implementing plans for communities, multiple communities, counties, and/or regions? - No experience
- Less then 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 4 years
- 4 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years to less than 6 years
- 6 years to less than 7 years
- 7 years to less than 8 years
- 8 years or more
* 05
Are you certified through the American Institute for Certified Planners (AICP)?
* 06
What is your skill level with ArcGIS Software and Scenario Planning tools, such as ESRI and CommunityViz? - No skill/experience
- Beginner (little to no practical experience, no certifications)
- Intermediate (1 to 3 years practical experience, including project work and/or 1 or 2 certifications)
- Expert (more than 3 years practical experience and 2 or more certifications)
* 07
What is your skill level with Microsoft Office / Office 365? - No skill/experience
- Beginner (little to no practical experience)
- Intermediate (5 to 7 years practical experience)
- Expert (more than 7 years practical experience)
* 08
Do you have project management experience?
* 09
Do you have experience giving public presentations before a governing body (Planning Board/ Commission or City/ County Council) or with the public?
* 10
Do you have experience reviewing development plans in accordance with local government regulations (i.e. Zoning Ordinance, Community Plan, Comprehensive Plan, Local Government Policies)?
* 11
Do you have experience dealing with the general public to include homeowners, developers, attorney's, permit expeditors or County officials?
* 12
Do you have experience in legislative or policy review of state and local land use regulations?
* 13
The skill to prepare clear, concise and accurate reports, studies, correspondence, policies, procedures and other written materials is an essential requirement for this Planner IV position. With the submission of your application, please provide a sample report that you have written and presented before a governing body (such as Planning Board/Commission, Town/City or County Council). Please indicate whether you have attached the required writing sample below.
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