Planner II - Historic Preservation

Baltimore County•Towson, MD

8h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a technical planning position in support of the Department of Planning’s Historic Preservation Section. The primary responsibilities will focus on public education and community outreach. The work and responsibilities will include a broad range of topics, such as historic preservation planning, land use and zoning, the Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC), historic tax credits, architectural surveying, archival research, and community engagement. 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.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in history, architectural history, historic preservation, or a historic preservation-related field, plus three years' professional experience in historic preservation planning.
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in historic preservation, architectural history, history, or a historic preservation-related field, plus one year of professional experience in historic preservation planning
Familiarity and experience with National Register Historic Places guidelines for evaluating the significance of historic properties
Familiarity and experience with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties and local historic preservation design guidelines
Working knowledge and ability to conduct historic research, title and deed searches, and documentation of historic properties
Knowledge of historic architectural styles and historic building technologies/methods
Knowledge of the Maryland Historical Trust’s Maryland Inventory of Historic Property program
Familiarity and experience with completing and submitting state inventory forms, particularly for the Maryland Inventory of Historic Properties program
Familiarity with Maryland and Baltimore County History
Familiarity with Historic Preservation Commissions
Familiarity with Historic Tax Credit programs
Ability to use a computer to access information, conduct research, communicate via videoconferencing platforms, and perform basic word processing and spreadsheet operations
Ability to speak effectively before individuals, organizations, and public bodies
Ability to maintain records
Ability to write, proofread, edit, and rewrite documents effectively and to produce accurate final documents
Ability to work independently, handle multiple deadlines, set individual priorities, manage time effectively, and apply consistently sound judgment
Proof of professional licenses, certifications, and education beyond high school
Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity or experience with GIS mapping, particularly in the context of historic resources, is preferred but not required
Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop

Responsibilities

Develops workshops, webinars, or other events promoting and educating constituents about the County’s Historic preservation program
Assists with presentations to local neighborhood or community groups
Develops educational materials regarding the County’s historic and historic places
Develops social media campaigns and/or posts
Develops promotional materials, educating the public about the County’s programs
Assists the Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) Administrator and Chief with training for the Landmarks Preservation Commission members
Attend events hosted by various business, community, heritage, and historic preservation groups
Conducts site visits/ fieldwork as needed for historic property documentation
Conducts historic property research and documentation, including the completion of the Maryland Inventory of Historic Properties’ form
Assists with County Landmark or County historic district nominations, including research and evaluation
Assist the LPC Administrator with reviewing applications to the Landmarks Preservation Commission, as well as preparing staff reports
Utilizes design guidelines, the County Code, and general preservation and architectural knowledge to draft reports and other determinations
Attends evening meetings of the Landmarks Preservation Commission
Assists with reviewing and processing applications for the County’s historic tax credit program
Assists the section with maintaining records
Assists in the daily operations, including general administrative and technical tasks, such as updating County web pages and preparing mailings
Fielding phone calls and answering emails
Assist with reviewing permits, development plans, zoning, or other planning-related documents
Assists with reviewing demolition permits and determining if the resource has the potential to be a Structure of Unusual Importance
Performs other related duties as required.