Salary: $80,252.00 - $103,042.00 Annually
Location : Planning and Permitting Division - Frederick, MD
Job Type: Full-time Regular
Job Number: FY24-00688
Department: Division of Planning and Permitting
Division: Permits and Inspections
Opening Date: 06/06/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
JOB INFORMATION

Exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.; full benefits

This professional position serves as project coordinator for review of land development projects in coordination with local, State and Federal government agencies. Direction is given to office support staff and supervision is received from the Engineering Supervisor, Environmental Compliance and the Director of Permits and Inspections.
Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

• 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
• 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
• 11 paid scheduled holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
• Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County HSA contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
• 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D benefit
• Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  • Vesting after 5 years of service
  • Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.

Other employee paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, etc.

For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as project coordinator for review of land development projects, coordinate with other agencies, track project status, resolve conflicts and otherwise ensure that projects proceed through the review process and remain on schedule
• Review land development plans and computations for consistency with Maryland Stormwater regulations in accordance with the Maryland Stormwater Management Act of 2007, Frederick County Stormwater Ordinance 1-15.2 and Frederick County Streets and Roads Design Manual
• Perform design review on all County development projects in the areas of storm drainage, hydraulics, stormwater management, sediment and erosion control, site grading and coordination of utilities
• Review contract plans and specifications for compliance with governing codes and County specifications and requirements
• Review and process Deed of Easements for stormwater management facilities and public/private storm drain infrastructure
• Review and manage cost estimates prepared by consultants for work subject to a surety held by the County
• Review and process grading, stormwater and public improvement permits in conformance with improvement plan approval
• Interact with private developers, engineering consultants, other County agencies and the general public in regard to land development activities, site visits and other related matters
• Respond to technical questions and resolve field discrepancies that may arise during construction
• Perform other related duties as required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
ENGINEER II (salary $80,252 - $96,302 per year):

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience in land development, which must include:
  • Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic analysis
  • Experience in the design and review of open and closed storm drainage systems

Possession of current Engineer in Training certification

Possession of a valid automobile operators license

ENGINEER III (salary $85,869 - $103,042 per year):

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field
• Minimum of 5 years of work experience in land development, which must include:
  • Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic analysis
  • Experience in the design and review of open and closed storm drainage systems

Possession of current Professional Engineer licensure issued by the State of Maryland (or currently a licensed PE in another state, with the ability to obtain the Maryland license by reciprocity within 1 year of hire)

Possession of a valid automobile operators license

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of surveying and civil engineering
• Working knowledge of engineering software applications, including GIS
• Ability to effectively read, interpret and understand land development plans and
• specifications
• Ability to effectively utilize software for word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications
• Familiarity with Maryland Department of the Environment and State Highway Administration standards and specifications
• Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills, including the ability to prepare and present clear, concise reports, data and development information to public officials, professional peers, media representatives, citizen groups and others
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, public officials and other government agencies, developers, consultants and the general public

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR :

• Land development experience at the municipal government level
• Experience with floodplain studies and dam safety analysis
• Experience working with Maryland Department of the Environment and Soil Conservation District requirements and review procedures
• Experience working with Maryland State Highway Administration standards and
  specifications

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly sit; frequently perform repetitive motions; occasionally walk; and rarely climb, stoop, lift up to 20 pounds, reach and drive
• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors; rarely work outdoors; walk on uneven ground, work in hot temperatures above 100 degrees, cold temperatures below 32 degrees, work in dirty, dusty and noisy environments; and work near machinery

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

• Ability to provide own transportation to work sites and other locations
• Available for occasional evening/weekend hours as needed for meetings, special projects, etc.

KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include):

1. An evaluation of training and experience
2. One or more interviews

Retirement Plan:
A defined benefit retirement plan is provided for all regular County employees. Employees are automatically enrolled in either the Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting) or the Non-Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting, effective 07/01/2024) depending upon position classification. The majority of support for the plan is provided by the County; however, employees are required to make a mandatory pre-tax contribution towards their benefit. Retirement benefits are payable at normal, early or delayed retirement. Retirement benefits are also payable upon termination and in the event of death or disability.
Health Insurance :
County employees have a choice of two medical insurance plans, an In-Network (HMO) Plan or a High Deductible medical plan with a Health Care Savings Account, to provide coverage for medical and surgical expenses, hospital and emergency care expenses, mental health expenses and prescription drugs. The County and participants share in the cost of the health insurance with the employee having the benefit of pre tax contribution deductions. Medical insurance goes into effect on the first day of active employment.
Dental Insurance:
Employees may select coverage from one of three dental plan options, ranging from a PPO plan to a dental HMO plan. Coverage includes preventive care, fillings, crowns, bridges and dentures, and the cost of dental insurance is shared by both the County and the employee. Dental insurance goes into effect on the first day of the month that follows the eligible employee's completion of 30 days of active employment

NOTE: Employees working 75% or greater of a 35 or 40 hour position are eligible for health & dental insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts:
The Flex Spending plan allows employees to pay health and day care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees may set aside part of their salary in a special account that can be used throughout the year to reimburse themselves for out-of-pocket medical expenses. The maximum contribution is $2,700 per year for Health Care Spending and $5,000 for Dependent Care Spending (work-related day care expenses). Examples of expenses that can be reimbursed for Health Care Spending include, but are not limited to: deductibles, co-payments, dental fees, chiropractors' services, and eyeglasses / contact lenses.
Life Insurance:
Employees are insured for 2 times their annual salary in case of death plus 2 times their annual salary for accidental death. Employees do not contribute to the premiums for this coverage. A Voluntary Life Insurance Program is offered to regular County employees. The plan allows employees to purchase individually owned term life insurance for themselves, spouses and dependents.
Savings Plan - Deferred Compensation:
The County offers a Section 457 Plan. Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement in either a pre tax or post tax (Roth) investment account. Contributions are invested at the employee's direction into one or more of the variety of investment options offered by the plan. Changes may be made to the contribution levels, investment options, etc. at any time.
Educational Reimbursement Program:
County employees who have successfully passed their probationary period may take up to two job-related courses per semester at any accredited educational institution. The benefit also covers the costs of job-related non-credit courses. If the employee receives a grade of at least a C, or successfully passes a non-credit course, the County reimburses the employee 75% of the costs of tuition, fees and books. If an employee doesn't remain employed with Frederick County Government for two years after a class is taken, the benefit needs to be reimbursed to FCG.
Employee Assistance Program:
This confidential assessment, referral and counseling service is available at no cost to all employees who may need help with a personal or job-related problem.
Leave
Annual Leave - Employees are eligible to use Annual Leave after their 6 month probationary period. Annual Leave accrues as follows: Years of service days per year
0 - 2 years 11 days
2 - 10 years 17 days
10 years 24 days
Sick Leave - Employees will earn sick leave at a rate of 15 days per calendar year.
Sick Leave may also be used for illness of an employee's child, dependent, spouse, parent or parent-in-law. There is no limit on the amount of sick leave accumulated. Unused Sick Leave may be used for additional credit in the pension plan at the time of retirement.

NOTE: Regular benefited part-time employees earn annual and sick leave on a pro-rated basis based on their actual number of hours worked biweekly up to their assigned number of regularly scheduled work hours.
Other available types of leave include, but are not limited to, Family Medical Leave, Bereavement, Jury, Military.
Holidays:
The County observes 10 holidays every year and 11 are observed on years of General Elections.
For additional information on Frederick County Governments benefit package, please visit the Division of Human Resources website at
All hires before January 1, 2012, will follow the all benefit and leave rules as described in the Personnel Rules amended October 3, 2013.
01

Have you earned a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a valid automobile operator's license?

• Yes
• No

03

How many years of work experience in land development do you have?

• Less than 1 year work experience
• 1 year work experience
• 2 years work experience
• 3 years work experience
• 4 years work experience
• 5 or more years work experience

04

Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.NOTE: When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be considered further.
05

Does your experience in land development include hydrologic and hydraulic analysis?

• Yes
• No

06

Does your experience in land development include experience in design and review of open and closed storm drainage systems?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have possession of current Engineer-in-Training certification?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have possession of current Professional Engineer licensure?

• Yes
• No
• Currently a licensed PE in another state

09

Do you have land development experience at the municipal government level?

• Yes
• No

10

Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.NOTE: When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not receive the preference credit.
11

Do you have experience with floodplain studies and dam safety analysis?

• Yes
• No

12

Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.NOTE: When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not receive the preference credit.
13

Do you have experience working with Maryland Department of the Environment and Soil Conservation District requirements and review procedures?

• Yes
• No

14

Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.NOTE: When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not receive the preference credit.
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Do you have experience working with Maryland State Highway Administration standards and specifications?

• Yes
• No

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Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.NOTE: When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not receive the preference credit.
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