What are the responsibilities and job description for the Planning Technician II (12205, Grade 16) position at Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission?
Description
The Prince George’s County Planning Department of The Maryland National-Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking a Planning Technician II 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. Are you ready to make a difference in Prince George’s County? If so, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our Planning Technician II position.
Examples of Important Duties
Performs application reviews, data collection and analysis, and/or related work in support of the planning function for the Development Review Division, Planning Information Services Section. Applies knowledge of codes, ordinances, planning or regulatory functions, processes, and/or programs to collect and review information, determine accuracy of information and explain and interpret information to the general public, architects, engineers, developers and others.
Work Assignments include collecting data and information from computerized permit system and other sources; organizing and reviewing data to ensure it is accurate and meets requirements; maintaining databases; searching hard copy and automated files, databases, and other information sources; checking accuracy of data, and answering questions for supervisor or other staff and customers. Communicates by telephone, in person, by form letter or notice with government officials, citizens, developers, engineers, attorneys, and others to answer questions and provide routine or specialized information, maps, and publications.
What You Should Bring
The ideal candidate for this position must have highly organized work habits, be detail-oriented and accurate, and have experience with record keeping, database management, and application processing in a regulatory environment. A successful candidate must also have substantial analytical skills and excellent written and oral communication skills. Familiarity with local zoning, urban design, and subdivision codes would be advantageous. This position's work program provides support to the Prince George's County Planning Department and the Prince George's County Planning Board.
Minimum Qualifications
Why Prince George’s Planning?
Amenities
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.
THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION
2025 Benefit Summary For Merit System Employees
The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans.
Eligibility
You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation.
Retirement Programs
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What best describes your level of education?
If you have a degree, is your degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Architecture, Parks and Recreation, Historic Preservation, Transportation, Landscaping, Public Administration, Urban Design, Engineering, Environmental Science, Public Policy, or Economics?
How many years of experience do you have working with government agencies and established communities regarding planning or permitting programs and activities?
What is your skill level with any ArcGIS Software or any Planning tools including a scale?
What is your skill level with Microsoft Office / Office 365.
Do you have project management experience?
Do you have experience reviewing development plans in accordance with local government regulations (i.e. Zoning Ordinance, Community Plan, Comprehensive Plan, Local Government Policies)?
Do you have experience dealing with the general public to include homeowners, developers, attorneys, permit expeditors or County officials?
The Prince George’s County Planning Department of The Maryland National-Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking a Planning Technician II 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. Are you ready to make a difference in Prince George’s County? If so, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our Planning Technician II position.
Examples of Important Duties
Performs application reviews, data collection and analysis, and/or related work in support of the planning function for the Development Review Division, Planning Information Services Section. Applies knowledge of codes, ordinances, planning or regulatory functions, processes, and/or programs to collect and review information, determine accuracy of information and explain and interpret information to the general public, architects, engineers, developers and others.
Work Assignments include collecting data and information from computerized permit system and other sources; organizing and reviewing data to ensure it is accurate and meets requirements; maintaining databases; searching hard copy and automated files, databases, and other information sources; checking accuracy of data, and answering questions for supervisor or other staff and customers. Communicates by telephone, in person, by form letter or notice with government officials, citizens, developers, engineers, attorneys, and others to answer questions and provide routine or specialized information, maps, and publications.
What You Should Bring
The ideal candidate for this position must have highly organized work habits, be detail-oriented and accurate, and have experience with record keeping, database management, and application processing in a regulatory environment. A successful candidate must also have substantial analytical skills and excellent written and oral communication skills. Familiarity with local zoning, urban design, and subdivision codes would be advantageous. This position's work program provides support to the Prince George's County Planning Department and the Prince George's County Planning Board.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED).
- Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience with plan, permit and development application review.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total two (2) years.
Why Prince George’s Planning?
Amenities
- Telework opportunities
- Flexible schedules
- Onsite fitness center
- Complimentary access to M-NCPPC gymnasiums throughout Prince George’s County
- Free parking is available for employees
- Professional development opportunities/Tuition assistance
- Positions may qualify for federal student loan forgiveness assistance
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.
THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION
2025 Benefit Summary For Merit System Employees
The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans.
Eligibility
You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation.
Retirement Programs
- Defined Benefit Plan (Mandatory Participation) – Plan E excludes FOP members.
- Deferred Compensation ICMA-RC 457 plan (Optional)
- Traditional and Roth IRAs (Optional)
- Medical
- Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan – (15%)
- UnitedHealthcare Select Exclusive Provider Organization Health Plan (EPO) – (20%)
- UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus Point of Service (POS) – (20%)
- Prescription – CVS Caremark – (15%)
- Dental – Delta Dental PPO and DeltaCare USA HMO – (20%)
- Vision – EyeMed – (80% of Low Option plan paid by Commission. Any balance paid by employee.)
- Low, moderate, and high options are available. Frequency of covered services differs.
- Medical Account – Maximum annual contribution: $3,200
- Dependent Care Account – Maximum annual contribution: $5,000
- Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80% (FOP Members Pay 100%)
- Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary, maximum of $6,000/month
- Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary that exceeds $108,000; capped at $216,000
- Two (2) times base salary; maximum benefit is $200,000 for each
- Automatic coverage with opt-out provision
- Supplemental – 1,2,3,4, or 5 times base salary; maximum benefit is $750,000
- Spouse/Dependent Combination - $10,000/$5,000, $20,000/$10,000, or $30,000/$15,000
- Employees have 60 days from date of hire to enroll.
- Employee contributes 8 leave hours each year
- Annually covers up to 688 hours for own serious medical condition, and 480 hours for parental responsibilities (birthadoption or foster care), and 80-160 hours for serious medical condition of an immediate family member
- Annual: 15 days per year
- Personal: 3 days per year (12-month waiting period)
- Sick: 15 days per year
- Holidays: 11 days per year
- Credit Union
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Legal Services Plan
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
- Work-Life Program
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What best describes your level of education?
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some College
- Associate’s Degree
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate
If you have a degree, is your degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Architecture, Parks and Recreation, Historic Preservation, Transportation, Landscaping, Public Administration, Urban Design, Engineering, Environmental Science, Public Policy, or Economics?
- Yes
- No
How many years of experience do you have working with government agencies and established communities regarding planning or permitting programs and activities?
- No experience
- Less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 4 years
- 4 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years to less than 6 years
- 6 years to less than 7 years
- 7 years to less than 8 years
- 8 years or more
What is your skill level with any ArcGIS Software or any Planning tools including a scale?
- No skill/experience
- Beginner (little to no practical experience, no certifications)
- Intermediate (1 to 3 years practical experience, including project work and/or 1 or 2 certifications)
- Expert (more than 3 years practical experience and 2 or more certifications)
What is your skill level with Microsoft Office / Office 365.
- No skill/experience
- Beginner (little to no practical experience,)
- Intermediate (5 to 7 years practical experience)
- Expert (more than 7 years practical experience)
Do you have project management experience?
- Yes
- No
Do you have experience reviewing development plans in accordance with local government regulations (i.e. Zoning Ordinance, Community Plan, Comprehensive Plan, Local Government Policies)?
- Yes
- No
Do you have experience dealing with the general public to include homeowners, developers, attorneys, permit expeditors or County officials?
- Yes
- No
- Required Question
Salary : $47,395 - $83,939
