Planning Supervisor (14051, Grade 32)

The Prince George's County Planning Department of The Maryland National-Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking an experienced Neighborhood Revitalization Planning Supervisor 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 many attractions such as Northwest Stadium (formerly FedEx Field), National Harbor, and Six Flags Amusement Park. If you are interested in working for the Prince George's County Planning Department, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our Neighborhood Revitalization Planning Supervisor position.

The Planning Supervisor manages the neighborhood revitalization work program, consisting of planning assistance to municipalities, communities, partner agencies, and other stakeholders to implement the recommendations of Plan 2035 General Plan - Blueprint for Tomorrow and area master and sector plans. This critical implementation work includes focused planning studies, urban design services, interagency coordination, stakeholder facilitation, technical planning assistance, grant assistance, and community and municipal capacity-building. This individual will also represent the Planning Department on key issues and programs. The Supervisor also performs HR supervisory functions such as evaluating staff performance and preparing performance appraisals; recruitment and selection of staff; approving leave requests; recommending training; counseling and discipline; and ensuring adherence to Commission policies and procedures. The position reports to the Division Chief and is part of the Division management team.

• Provides leadership, direction and guidance in Department strategies and priorities; develops and directs plans to meet County goals and objectives; determines scope and priorities of programs and special projects; manages contracts for professional services,
• Supervises, trains, evaluates, coordinates, reviews, and participates in the work of professional, technical, and clerical staff, including preparing staff reports, collecting data, conducting analysis, formulating plans, and implementing a variety of planning and zoning issues.
• Applies excellent analytical skills and extensive knowledge of planning principles to resolve complex or politically sensitive challenges.
• Possesses the ability to lead multiple subject areas and balance competing priorities.
• Directs the Sections operations; exercises independent judgment within broad policy guidelines; evaluates and analyzes issues and recommends and implements solutions; manages Department performance and efficiency; assures the overall integrity of the products and services.
• Oversees and conducts robust community engagement activities to diverse communities.
• Represents the Planning Department at public meetings and hearings, and presents planning and zoning matters to communities, county agencies and key stakeholders.
• Prepares scenario planning exercises using ESRI CityEngine, CommunityViz or other GIS scenario planning programs.
• Performs supervisory functions such as assigning work to staff; evaluating staff performance and preparing performance appraisals; recruitment and selection of staff; approving leave requests; recommending training; counseling and discipline; and ensuring adherence to Commission policies and procedures.
• Develops and trains staff in planning policy and procedure.
• Provides technical mentorship on planning methodologies and approaches.
• Recommends changes or improvements to work program.
• Provides experienced counsel to senior management and professional colleagues on planning issues.
• Consults with developers, attorneys, architects, engineers, governmental agencies, and the public about planning and design-related issues.
• Collaborates and develops partnerships with other recognized government, academic, and private sector organizations within planning.
• Conducts presentations before various elected and appointed officials.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Membership in the American Institute of Certified Planners.
• Proven track record of managing a complex comprehensive planning work program.
• Demonstrated ability to lead or facilitate complex, multi-year projects involving an array of partners and complex issues.
• Thorough understanding of the principles, methods, theories, practices, and techniques of urban and regional land use planning
• Extensive experience with building and maintaining positive relationships with communities, government officials and agencies, and civic groups.
• Strong communication skills, oral and written, and the ability to maintain collaborative relationships with elected officials and other key stakeholders.
• Ability to work with all levels of government and established communities in a diverse innovative planning environment.
• Knowledge of budgetary process, scenario planning and Arc GIS software.
• Experience preparing scenario planning exercises using ESRI CityEngine, CommunityViz or other GIS scenario planning programs.

Please provide a copy of your resume and cover letter with the submission of your application.

1. Bachelors Degree in Planning, Geography, Architecture, Parks and Recreation, Transportation, Urban Design, Engineering, Environmental Science, Public Policy, Economics or any related field.
2. Six (6) years of progressively responsible professional level planning experience that includes supervisory or project leadership and coordination experience.
3. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together totals ten (10) years.
4. Valid drivers license (depending on area of assignment) in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Drivers license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employees ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.

Classification Specification Planning Supervisor

Why Prince Georges Planning?

Amenities:

• Telework opportunities
• Flexible schedules
• Onsite fitness center
• Complimentary access to M-NCPPC gymnasiums throughout Prince Georges 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 $89,092 to $157,697 (salary is commensurate with education and experience) at the Planning Supervisor level with an excellent benefits package 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 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1).

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.