Planner III

Full Job Description

Pay Schedule XII, Grade 3M, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week

A vacancy exists in the Department of Permits, Approvals and Inspections, Zoning Division.

This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicant are advised to apply promptly.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered.

Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Requirements

Under general supervision, supervises and performs professional planning and or zoning work, serves as a senior land use planner for the Department of Permits, Approvals, and Inspections.

• Supervises, coordinates, and reviews the work of an assigned unit of professional and support personnel engaged in planning, zoning, land use and related activities.

• Coordinates the unit's activities with the work of other units and agencies within the County.

• Prepares and presents reports of unit activities.

• Supervises the development, review, commenting and analysis of concept plans, landscape plans, community plans, site plans, development plans, limited exemption plans, minor subdivision plans, zoning petition plans, zoning use permit plans, zoning administrative approval plans and other plans and related documents.

• Reviews planner comments to assure consistency with appropriate zoning regulations, planning policies, development policies and other guidelines.

• Resolves conflicts with developers, community groups, builders, engineers, surveyors, attorneys and other county or state units or agencies.

• Reviews and comments on development proposals. Reviews petitions to change zoning designations.

• Makes recommendations to the Planning Board and County Council.

• Oversees and supervises the agencies or division’s GIS functions and the office automation computer systems.

• Assists in the development, modification, and administration of the zoning regulations, and other planning or zoning policies, legislation, and guidelines affecting zoning and land use.

• Conducts and participates in meetings with community groups, advisory groups, representatives of other County and governmental agencies, developers, builders, engineers, surveyors, attorneys and others regarding planning, zoning, land use and development issues.

• Serves as a senior planner on various committees or for special projects for the agency or division.

Examples of Other Duties

• Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree plus four years' professional planning, zoning, development, or land use experience.

OR

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree plus five years' professional planning, zoning, development, or land use experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level):

• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of urban, regional, community, commercial revitalization, land use, and/or transportation planning.

• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of land use, zoning, and development management.

• Skill in the interpretation and application of codes, regulations, policies, and standards.

• Skill in the formulation, review, and analysis of plans, maps, drawings, permits, legislation, and other documents related to planning or zoning.

• Skill in leading and conducting planning and zoning research studies and projects.

• Skill in communicating planning and zoning issues, regulations, and procedures to others.

• Ability to prepare detailed plans for land use and complex reports concerning land use issues.

• Ability to supervise and coordinate the work of professional and support staff in a specialized planning or zoning function.

• Ability to develop and implement work methods and procedures.

• Ability to coordinate the function with the activities of other groups.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance):

• Thorough knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

• Thorough knowledge of State and local laws pertaining to planning, zoning, and development management.

• Thorough knowledge of organizations and agencies which impact planning, land use, zoning, and development in the County.

• Skill in preparing detailed plans for land use and complex reports concerning land use issues.

• Skill in supervising and coordinating the work of professional and support staff in assigned planning or zoning function.

• Skill in developing work methods and procedures. Skill in coordinating unit activities with activities of other groups.

• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage diverse projects simultaneously.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills and self-motivation.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• Ability to represent the County or Department before community groups or on committees.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position.

Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Planner III
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDUREApplicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions.

Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Additional Information

Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this classification is essentially sedentary. Some positions may require travel between work sites.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.