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Salary: $58,037.00 - $66,390.00 Annually
Location : Towson, MD
Job Type: MERIT
Job Number: 02.106 05-26
Department: PLANNING
Opening Date: 07/01/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
A vacancy exists in the Department of Planning in the Development Review Division.
Pay Schedule I, Grade 29, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week.
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), and/or degree(s), and/or certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies 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.
Examples of Duties
Job Purpose
Under general supervision, performs professional planning work in the Development Review Division.
Essential Job Duties

• Interprets and applies appropriate zoning regulations, planning policies, and design guidelines.
• Reviews, analyzes, interprets concept, development, landscape, and other plans and development proposals for compliance with zoning regulations, planning policies, and design guidelines, and prepares comments and staff reports.
• Conducts initial and status meetings with developers, engineers, and architects regarding the review, approval, and implementation of development plans.
• Testifies and represents the department at various meetings, hearings, and court proceedings to defend department recommendations on development proposals.
• Assists in the development, modification, and administration of the master plan, zoning regulations, design guidelines, and other policies and legislation affecting development.
• Researches, prepares, and presents studies of planning issues such as land use, growth management, site design, zoning, and related legislation.
• Conducts and participates in meetings with citizens, advisory groups, representatives of other County and governmental agencies, developers, and others regarding development and planning issues.
• Assists and provides information to the public regarding development and planning.
• Develops site, landscape, or other plans for County capital improvement projects or as alternative studies for development projects.
• Reviews and processes permits related to planning and zoning.
• Uses design, geographical information systems, and other computer software to research, analyze, and present various planning concepts supporting planning policies and design guidelines.
• Leads, guides, and trains less experienced employees.
• Serves as lead planner for special projects, including preparing reports and supporting graphic display materials descriptive of research and recommendations.
• Provides staff support to volunteer board and commissions.
• Prepares and drafts minutes for meetings.

Examples of Other Duties
May perform the duties of a Project Manager. 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 essential job functions for 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 Bachelor's Degree, plus three years' professional planning, zoning, development, or land use experience.
(Additional planning education beyond a bachelor's degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. Additional professional and/or paraprofessional planning, zoning, development, or land-use experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis, up to a maximum of 4 years, for the required education.
Or
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in planning or a related field*, plus one year of professional planning, zoning, development, or land use experience.
*Related Fields such as: architecture, business administration, civil engineering, landscape architecture, law, public administration, and social sciences (e.g., economics, geography, political science, sociology, urban and/or regional affairs or studies, etc.)
Proof of Licenses, Certifications, and Education
A valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.
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.
Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ()
Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Planner II-Development Review
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204
You must attach your transcript(s), and/or degree(s), and/or certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be evaluated based on their training and experience as stated in their application, including their responses to the supplemental questions. Applicants must clearly and completely state the dates and duties of their past and present experience for evaluation purposes.
Conditions of Employment
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.
Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees
Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.
Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.
Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.
Salary
Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance
General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.
Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.
Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.
Health Insurance
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:
Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.
Life Insurance
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.
Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.
Paid Leave
Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.
Sick Leave
Vacation Leave
Personal Leave
Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave
Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.
Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.
Educational Assistance
70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.
Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.
Disclaimer
This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.
01
Are you currently a merit (full-time), non-merit (part-time), or temporary employee of the Baltimore County General Government?Employees of Baltimore County Public Schools, Baltimore County Public Library, Baltimore County's court systems, or Baltimore County Community College, and employees of temporary services used by the County are not considered employees of the Baltimore County General Government.

• Yes
• No

02
Select the option that best describes your education and experience. In a *related field such as: architecture, business administration, civil engineering, landscape architecture, law, public administration, and social sciences (e.g., economics, geography, political science, sociology, urban and/or regional affairs or studies, etc.)

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in planning or a related field*, plus one year of professional planning, zoning, development, or land use experience.
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in planning or a related field*, plus three years' professional planning, zoning, development, or land use experience.
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate's degree in planning or a related field*, plus five years' professional planning, zoning, development, or land use experience.
• High school diploma or an appropriate equivalent, plus seven (7) years' professional planning, zoning, development, or land use experience.
• I do not have the combination of education and experience listed above.

03
Provide specific example(s) of the work experience you have in professional planning, zoning, development, or land use experience. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described in detail in the Work History/Experience section on this application.If you do not have this experience, respond by entering "NA" in the space below.
04
Do you have experience researching and applying for grant funding?

• Yes
• No

05
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you have in researching and applying for grant funding. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.
06
Do you have experience applying state and local laws and design guidelines when preparing or reviewing development plans related to planning and zoning?

• Yes
• No

07
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you have in applying state and local laws and