Assistant Planning & Zoning Officer - Development

Anne Arundel County•Anne Arundel County, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This posting will be used to fill a Full Time, Permanent, Assistant Director of Planning and Zoning - Development position within the Office of Planning and Zoning. This is advanced administrative and technical work in assisting in conducting the programs and activities of the Office of Planning and Zoning. Specifically, this position will oversee and manage the work program and staff of the Development Division. Work includes responsibility for assisting in planning, organizing, and directing the development review-related programs and activities of the Office of Planning and Zoning. Work also includes the research, coordination, review, and evaluation of operating budget requirements and of reports of findings to the Planning and Zoning Officer. Supervision is exercised directly or through subordinate supervisors over employees in the Development Division. The position is responsible for assisting in directing, coordinating, and managing development review-related work for the County. The position interacts with various constituencies to represent the County and is a member of the County’s Planning and Zoning leadership team. Work is performed with considerable latitude for independent initiative and judgment under the administrative direction of the Planning and Zoning Officer, and is reviewed through conferences and reports.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in public or business administration, planning, or a related field
six (6) or more years of experience in the field of public administration, planning, development and enforcement of regulations, including four (4) or more years of supervisory experience
a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license

Nice To Haves

A graduate degree in urban and regional planning or a directly relevant discipline.
At least eight (8) years of progressive supervisory experience.
Ten (10) or more years of experience working in the planning and land use field, including work with zoning, subdivision, and land development codes, preferably in the State of Maryland.
Six (6) or more years of experience working with environmental programs such as Critical Area, Forest Conservation, tidal and nontidal permitting, and bog protection.
One (1) or more years of experience working with and streamlining an electronic civic platform for development review and permitting.
Certification through the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is preferred.
Google Suite Proficiency.

Responsibilities

Assists in planning, organizing, and directing the development review-related programs and activities of the Office of Planning and Zoning.
Participates in the determination and establishment of the department’s strategic annual goals, objectives, and priorities.
Participates in the development of the department’s organizational structure; managerial, technical, professional, and clerical levels.
Assists in the direction of ongoing departmental initiatives to enhance operational improvements and efficiencies.
Assists in the review and approval of Development Division expenditures and ensures budgetary compliance.
Supervises directly or through subordinate supervisors a large staff of professional, technical, and clerical employees engaged in design and development activities.
Represents the department at community meetings, council hearings, and other engagements.
Implements established policies and procedures; reviews divisional policies and recommends necessary changes; attends and participates in staff meetings related to the administration and financial status of the office.
Contributes to the development of the County’s strategic plans, priorities, and initiatives.
Directs the preparation and maintenance of necessary records and reports.
Performs related work as required.