Bucks County Planning Commission Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $54,998.00 - $97,403.00 Annually
Location : Largo, MD
Job Type: Career
Job Number: 11748
Department: PGC Planning
Division: Intake and Regulatory Review
Opening Date: 08/03/2026
Closing Date: 8/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
The Prince George's County Planning Department of The Maryland National-Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking a Planning Technician III 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 attractions such as Northwest Stadium (formerly FedEx Field) and National Harbor. Are you ready to make a difference in Prince George's County? If so, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our Planning Technician III position.
Examples of Important Duties
The Planning Technician III will be responsible for permit review for all types of residential, commercial, signage, and use and occupancies, as well as planning assistance work, managing a specialized portion of the section's planning and regulatory programs, referrals to the Planning Board, reviewing conditions of an approved development application, and triggers. Work involves: reviewing permits and planning applications; identifying problems and changes needed for compliance; working with the general public, developers, and professionals to identify alternative methods for compliance; collecting, organizing, and analyzing planning related data; preparing graphics for reports and presentations; writing reports and referrals; and developing and implementing procedures to improve program performance.
Under general supervision, the selected candidate will work to perform advanced planning assistance work involving property specific research and instructional meetings with applicants, agents, and/or community planners. Important duties include: detailed reviews of application submission packages; communication of needs and/or deficiencies to applicants, agents, and plan reviewers; serving on the Alternative Compliance Committee; reviewing final plats of subdivision and inspection of recreational facilities for conformance with approved plans. Work requires an in-depth knowledge of the zoning and subdivision codes and applicability of design standards as defined in approved sector plans and the zoning ordinance. A Planning Technician III plans, organizes and prioritizes their own work in the context of established standards. Performs other related duties as assigned to cover in the absence of supervisor.
WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING:
The ideal candidate will have highly organized work habits, be detail-oriented and accurate, and have experience with record keeping, database management, and application processing in a regulatory environment. A successful candidate must also have substantial analytical skills and excellent written and oral communication skills. Familiarity with local zoning, urban design, and subdivision codes would be advantageous. The work program for this position provides support to the Prince George's County Planning Department and the Prince George's County Planning Board.
Minimum Qualifications

1. High school diploma or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED).
2. Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience with plan, permit, and development application review.
3. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total two (4) years.

Preferred Skills:
Microsoft Office Suite, ArcGIS
Supplemental Information
Classification Specification: Planning Technician III - 2233

• 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 $54,998 to $97,403 at the Planning Technician III level (salary is commensurate with education and experience) with excellent benefits 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
2026 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.

PlanEmployee ContributionPlan C9.5%* of base salary (FOP members only)Plan E4% of base salary up to maximum Social Security Wage Base (SSWB) and 8% in excess of SSWB.

• 457 (b) Plan (Optional) (Pre-tax and Roth)
• Traditional and Roth IRAs (Optional)
• Retiree Healthcare - Eligibility requires, at least 10 years of eligible service and continuous enrollment in M-NCPPC plans (or proof of continuous enrollment in comparable plans) during the 36 months immediately preceding your retirement date. Premium cost share based on years of service

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) - (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: $3,300
• Dependent Care Account - Maximum annual contribution: $7,500

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 (birth, adoption 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 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
If you have a degree, is your degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Architecture, Parks and Recreation, Historic Preservation, Transportation, Landscaping, Public Administration, Urban Design, Engineering, Environmental Science, Public Policy, or Economics?

• Yes
• No

03
How many years of experience do you have working with government agencies and established communities regarding planning or permitting 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
What is your skill level with any ArcGIS Software or any Planning tools including a scale?

• 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 of practical experience and 2 or more certifications)

05
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)

06
Do you have project management experience?

• Yes
• No

07
Do you have experience reviewing development plans in accordance with local government regulations (i.e. Zoning Ordinance, Community Plan, Comprehensive Plan, Local Government Policies)?

• Yes
• No

08
Do you have experience dealing with the general public to include homeowners, developers, attorneys, permit expeditors or County officials?

• Yes
• No

Required Question