Location: Frederick,MD, USA
Exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; full benefits
This professional and technical position in the Department of Development Review and Planning is responsible for planning and zoning work required for the review and approval of land development applications in Frederick County. Direction may be given to support staff. Direction may be received from the Senior Planner. Supervision is received from the Department Director.
NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions. For transfers and promotions, wage rates are calculated per County policy.
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TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full time benefited Frederick County Government employee.
* 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
* 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
* 11 paid scheduled holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
* Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County HSA contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
* 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D benefit
* Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
* Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
* County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
* Vesting after 5 years of service
* Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
* Other employee paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, etc.
For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.
* Review and process minor subdivision plats (i.e. small subdivisions, addition, correction, farm lot, outlot and public takings for compliance with all County codes, ordinances, polices, and procedures.
* Conduct research, planning and technical analyses for planning projects related to development review activities
* Project management of assigned development projects, being a liaison between the applicant, consultant, and multi-agency and jurisdictional reviews
* Provide professional planning assistance to members of the community and various board and commissions on land use projects
* Perform site visits when needed to gather data relevant to development applications
* Attend Planning Commission meetings; draft reports on projects to be reviewed
* Prepare staff reports on development review and subdivision items
* Review and prepare Subdivision Rights, Site Plan Verification, and Lots of Record letters
* Assist the Planning Technician with the processing and routing of all Development Review applications
* Perform other related duties as required
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
* Bachelor's degree in Planning or a closely related field
* Minimum 1 year of related planning experience which may include college related projects and/or internships
* Possession of a valid automobile operator's license
* NOTE: Additional related work experience may substitute for a portion of the education requirement
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
* Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
* Working knowledge of the principles and practices of planning
* Knowledge of codes and ordinances governing development regulations
* Working knowledge of the methods of conducting research and statistical analysis, with the ability to effectively compile and prepare comprehensive reports and analyses
* Ability to effectively read and interpret maps and plans
* Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, elected officials, board members and the general public
* Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills, including the ability to prepare and present effective reports, maps and charts relative to particular studies
* Ability to effectively access and utilize GIS, word processing, data management, and presentation software
* Ability to effectively utilize electronic plan review software consistently and with little oversight
* Ability to understand or knowledge of complex application processes and procedures and assist in the processing of all development review applications for the Department through the County's electronic application and review software
* Ability to effectively organize work and determine priorities, work independently on complex projects, and complete assigned duties with minimal supervision
* Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, elected officials, board members and the general public
PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:
* Planning and Development Review experience at the local government level
* Experience using electronic plan review software
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
* While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly sit; frequently perform repetitive motions; and rarely climb, stoop, lift up to 50 pounds, reach and drive
* While working in the position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors; and rarely work outdoors, walk on uneven ground and work in dirty environments
* Available for evening and weekend work hours when required for special meetings and programs
EXAMINATION PROCESS (may include):
1) An evaluation of training and experience
2) One or more interviews
This description reflects management's assignment of essential duties; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.