NEOGOV · 3 months ago
Division Chief - (Planning Manager) - Department of Planning & Zoning - Land Development
Ellicott City, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$93K/yr - $180K/yr
6+ years expHoward County Government is a leader in innovation and sustainability, consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the country. The Planning Manager oversees the Division of Land Development, managing development review processes, leading subdivision and site development activities, and supervising technical staff reports and presentations to the Planning Board.
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Responsibilities
Oversees the day-to-day operations of the Land Development Division including the development review process, staff assignments, division policies and procedures, administrative functions and communications with the development community and public regarding land development matters
Coordinates the land development plan review process; chairs the interagency Subdivision and Land Development Review Committee; acts as executive secretary to the Design Advisory Panel; coordinates the multi-agency directors review process for alternative compliance applications; and determines whether development plans conform to County regulations, the General Plan and related development design manuals and policies
Approves development plans for compliance with County regulations on behalf of the Land Development division
Assigns and supervises the work of professional and technical personnel and reviews development proposals, making recommendations on their approval
Directs the compilation of data and the preparation of periodic reports
May prepare, direct, or contribute to preparing subdivision and land development regulations, departmental procedures, development design manuals and guidelines
Responsible for coordinating meetings with engineers, land developers, and the general public to address issues related to development projects
Oversees preparing reports, memos and presentations to various boards and/or legislative bodies; represents the County in meetings with civic groups, the private sector and federal, state, regional, county and quasi-governmental representatives. Develops or modifies administrative practices and procedures; helps prepare Land Development Division budget; and may administer grants
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with County and department policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities also include interviewing, hiring, and training staff; planning, assigning, and directing their work; assessing staff performance; addressing personnel issues; and resolving complaints and problems
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree and six (6) years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience effectively working with and supervising a staff of planners
Experience preparing or reviewing site, landscape, and related development plans
Experience interpreting zoning, subdivision and environmental regulations
Experience in project management
Ability to plan, coordinate and direct the work of planning personnel assigned to development review
Ability to effectively and clearly present information and write
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, industry professionals, governmental officials, and the general public
Knowledge of the principles and practices of local government administration
Preferred
Degree in Planning or related field of study such as Urban Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or Public Administration
A graduate degree in Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Environmental Science or a related field of study
Familiarity with planning, urban form, land use and development issues especially in rapidly growing and urbanizing jurisdictions
Benefits
Medical, retirement, and wellness programs
FLEXIBLE BENEFITS PLAN
GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE
PAID LEAVE BENEFITS
ANNUAL LEAVE
DISABILITY LEAVE
PERSONAL LEAVE
HOLIDAYS
OTHER PAID LEAVE
RETIREMENT
SOCIAL SECURITY
457(b) DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE
PAID PARENTAL LEAVE
LONG TERM DISABILITY BENEFITS
DISABILITY LEAVE BANK
VOLUNTARY BENEFIT OPTIONS
CREDIT UNION
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
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