PLANNER IV

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Maryland Department of Planning

301 West Preston Street

Baltimore, MD 21201

The Planner IV position involves high-level professional planning work in the field of local, regional and state planning. The Resource Conservation Planner supports the Department's responsibilities in resource conservation and management, including brownfield redevelopment, environmental planning, water resource management, land preservation, Chesapeake Bay restoration, and climate change issues. The position also coordinates and administers the intergovernmental review of plans, projects and programs related to proposed federal and state property or development and for financial assistance requests for federal and state funds. The position requires knowledge of federal, state and local land use, environmental, community development, and growth management policies and programs. The position is responsible for, independently and in cooperation with others, administering or implementing major and complex projects.

This position works with other staff in the Department of Planning (Planning), other State agencies, local governments, federal agencies, various stakeholders and the public toward achieving State and Department growth and environmental goals. In addition, the Resource Conservation Planner provides staff support and frequent interactions with sister agencies to ensure that Departmental and local government concerns are addressed. As needed, the Resource Conservation Planner will complete other planning projects, such as those in support of the Maryland Sustainable Growth Commission or A Better Maryland.

Brownfield redevelopment planning – serve as a liaison to connect local governments and others to technical and financial assistance organizations. Serve as a resource to coordinate assistance efforts and provide planning guidance to facilitate the success of brownfield redevelopment projects and encourage new projects. Increase awareness of brownfield redevelopment technical and financial assistance opportunities.  

Maryland Intergovernmental Review and Coordination (MIRC) process – coordinate and facilitate the review of plans, projects and programs related to the reuse or redevelopment or new development of federal and state property within Maryland to comply with the state’s intergovernmental review and coordination requirements. The MIRC process ensures that funding and development authorities are aware of comments and concerns from state and local officials. Coordinate and facilitate the review of requests for federal and state financial assistance within Maryland.  

Water Resource Management – serve as Planning’s water and sewer planning central resource; lead Planning’s guidance and review effort of local government Water Resource Elements; and assist with other water resource responsibilities, such as Septic's Law implementation. Provide training, guidance and review tools for regional planners and other relevant staff to ensure their success in reviewing water and sewer plans and amendments. Support local government efforts to develop Water Resource Elements that ensure the success of local development plans while protecting water resources.  

Land preservation and climate change – Support Agency responsibilities with regard to Planning’s land preservation and climate change initiatives.  

A strong environmental planning background is essential along with knowledge of local and State governmental regulations. Excellent analytical and research skills required. Ability to learn quickly, retain information, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and be efficient and productive with minimal supervision.

Education:  Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Planning. 

Experience:  Three years of experience in planning.  

Notes: 

1. Candidates may substitute a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Architecture, Public Administration, Engineering, Geography, Landscape Architecture, Economics, Public Finance, Political Science, Sociology, Regional Science,  or Urban Affairs and one additional year of experience in planning for the required education.  

2. Candidates may substitute a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Planning for two years of the required experience.  

3. Candidates may substitute a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Architecture, Public Administration, Engineering, Geography, Landscape Architecture, Economics, Public Finance, Political Science, Sociology, Regional Science,  or Urban Affairs and one additional year in planning for the required degree in Planning.  

4. Candidates may substitute an additional Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Architecture, Public Administration, Engineering, Geography, Landscape Architecture, Economics, Public Finance, Political Science, Sociology, Regional Science, or Urban Affairs for one year of the required experience.  

5. Candidates may substitute a Ph.D. from an accredited college or university in Planning, Architecture, Public Administration, Engineering, Geography, Landscape Architecture, Economics, Public Finance, Political Science, Sociology, Regional Science,  or Urban Affairs for one year of the required experience.  

6. Candidates may substitute a Ph.D. from an accredited college or university in Planning for the required education and two years of the required experience.

7. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Logistics, Urban Planning, Architect classifications or Logistics, Urban Planning, Architect specialty codes in the Architect field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.  

Two years’ experience in one or more of the following:  

Experience with brownfield redevelopment projects;  

Experience with water/sewer plan development and/or review;  

Experience reviewing federal or state development projects;  

Experience working with State and/or Local government agencies on environmental regulations or programs; or

Experience conducting meetings with various individuals and agencies, with strong client relations skills.  

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.      

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.  It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Please report all experience and education that is related to this position. 

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must accompany the application. 

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application may be submitted to:

DBM/RED

301 West Preston Street, Room 608

Baltimore, Maryland  21201.

The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. 

For questions regarding this recruitment, please call 410-767-3386.

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.