SALARY RANGE:
$74,803.00 - $119,684.00 ANNUALLY
GET TO KNOW US
Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits
CLASS DEFINITION
A City Planner II performs planning projects of a complex, innovative and creative nature independently. Work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities but may involve work as a project leader.
Incumbents receive minimal supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek that may include evening and weekend hours. Work is performed in an office where normal working conditions are encountered. Work requires minimal physical exertion.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:
Education: Have a master's degree from an accredited college or university in urban or regional planning, sustainability, environmental studies, historic preservation, architecture, architectural history, nutrition, public administration, public health, or a closely related field such as transportation.
AND
Experience: Have two years of experience in performing urban, regional, transportation, environmental, sustainability, food access, emergency, or historic designation planning work.
OR
Equivalency Notes: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates: Some positions in this class may require a Maryland Class C driver’s license. PROVISIONAL DRIVER’S LICENSE OR LEARNER PERMITS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.
NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLYING.
**APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of best practices in Critical Area Management Program, National Flood Insurance Program and Baltimore City’s Article 7 Division I regulations.
Knowledge of community engagement best practices.
Experience working closely with communities in an urban setting.
Ability to obtain within the first year and maintain Association of State Floodplain Managers Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) Certification.
Knowledge of permitting and ability to read design and construction plans.
Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and nontechnical language.
Ability to work independently and be proactive in identifying opportunities and issues, as well as take direction and work collaboratively with others.
Ability to work collaboratively with a diversity of people, including personnel from other City as well as state and federal agencies, developers, and the general public.
Skill in facilitating meetings, workshops, and public presentations, and ability to manage committees and working groups.
Knowledge of research principles and methodology related to urban planning, environmental, sustainability, or emergency programs.
Knowledge of accepted environmental and sustainability practices
Knowledge of accepted green building and sustainable development practices.
Knowledge of environmental purchasing policies.
Skill in analyzing facts and exercising sound aesthetic judgment.
Skill in preparing detailed urban plans and designs.
Skill in environmental purchasing policies.
Ability to prepare complex reports.
Ability to prepare grants and complete grant applications and administer grants.
Ability to establish and work effectively with community and business groups, property owners, cultural institutions and government agencies.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Background Check
Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.
Probation
All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month's probation.
Eligibility
Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.
Education Accreditation
Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.
SELECTION PROCESS
All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.
The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.
NOTE: Those eligibles who are under final consideration for appointment to some positions in this class will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.
Your Recruiter: Ayomide Arodoye
If you have any questions, please contact Ayomide Arodoye , Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Specialist II via email at Ayomide.Arodoye@baltimorecity.gov
Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.
BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER