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NEOGOV · 1 day ago

Community Planner I/II

Gaithersburg, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

$63K/yr - $88K/yr

1+ years exp

NEOGOV is looking for a full-time Community Planner to join the Planning Division of the City of Gaithersburg. The successful candidate will perform professional and technical work related to community planning, zoning, and land use, including reviewing site development plans and engaging with the public on zoning inquiries.

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Responsibilities

Process and review planning applications for compliance with City Code and policies

Prepare planning reports and present materials at public meetings

Utilize the City’s Geographic Information System (GIS) to create and maintain the planning department’s database, analyze data, and prepare maps and data layers for planning and reporting purposes

Assist committee and board staff liaisons with meetings and agenda packages

Provide outstanding service, pursue continuous improvement, and exceed expectations

Qualification

Urban/Regional PlanningZoningGeographic Information System (GIS)Research skillsAICP certificationProject managementPublic speakingCustomer serviceWriting skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Urban/Regional Planning, Urban Studies, Engineering, Architecture, or closely related field

At least one year of planning-related experience, including internships, preferably at the regional or local government level, or any acceptable equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to satisfactorily perform job duties

Ability to handle multiple projects effectively with demonstrated attention to detail

Strong, effective writing skills

Valid driver's license and safe driving record

Preferred

A Bachelor's Degree in Urban Studies, Urban and Regional Planning, Engineering, Architecture, or closely related field, and 6 years of progressively responsible professional planning experience (experience at the regional or local government level preferred); OR

A Master's Degree in Urban Studies, Urban and Regional Planning, Engineering, Architecture, or closely related field and 5 years of progressively responsible planning experience (experience at the regional or local government level preferred). (Any acceptable equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to satisfactorily perform the functions of the position is qualifying.)

In-depth knowledge of the principles and practices of planning and zoning

Demonstrated ability to manage more complex projects and perform work with more autonomy

American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification (preferred)

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage – employer pays 85% of premium in each tier

Multi-tiered coverage options (single, single + spouse, single + child, single + children, family)

Retirement Health Savings contribution (for non-participants in medical or dental plans)

CIGNA HealthCare Open Access Plan

Prescription Drug Plan

Wellness Initiatives

Sun Life Indemnity Plan

Use a dentist of choice or participating dentist for increased savings

Basic or Enhanced Plans offered

National Vision Administrators

Use a provider of choice or participating provider for increased savings

Eligible for immediate enrollment in all plans upon hire

401A - Employer contribution equivalent to 8% of employee's annual base salary; fully vested after 5 years

401K – Employer 3% matching contribution on the first 5% of employee's annual base salary contributed by the employee; fully vested after 5 years

401A Supplemental – Additional 5% employer contribution to eligible employees in the Public Works and Police Departments who have physically demanding jobs on a consistent basis; fully vested after 10 years

457-deferred compensation plan and Roth IRA (employee contributions only)

Vacation (12 – 24 days accrued annually; accrual rate based on years of service)

Sick Leave (13 days accrued annually; unlimited accrual)

Personal Leave (28 hours granted annually)

Family Care Leave (up to 8 weeks in rolling 12-month period for eligible employees) to care for newborn/newly adopted/newly placed child or family member

Holidays (11 holidays observed each year)

Volunteer Service (12 hours granted annually)

Jury duty, bereavement leave, military leave (as needed)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tools to assist with paying down student loan debt and managing student loans

Employer paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

Long-Term Disability & Workers' Compensation Insurance

Multilingual Stipend ($2,080 per year for eligible employees, paid biweekly)

Language Learning Program (through Babbel)

Housing Stipend (Up to $3,600 per year for eligible employees)

Tuition Assistance (Up to $5,250 per year eligible after 1 year of service)

Healthy Lifestyle Incentives