Cecil County Government · 1 day ago
Chief of Development Plans Review
Elkton, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$102K/yr - $128K/yr
5+ years expCecil County Government is seeking a Chief of Development Plans Review to direct the daily operations of the Development Plans Review Division. The role involves managing design oversight for County streets, storm drainage systems, and wastewater capacity while supervising staff and ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards.
Government Administration
Hiring Manager
Dana Thacker
Responsibilities
Supervises all staff in the Division and distributes submittals to staff members in a balanced manner
Reviews and interprets plans and permits beyond the capability of other plans review staff to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards; works with the plans review staff, engineering consultants and other project stakeholders to resolve issues as they arise
Serves as Division’s primary representative to the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) and Planning Commission
Serves as Division’s liaison for the 'Fast Track' permitting process
Serves as Division’s final authority in all plans review and stormwater management approvals; approves all plans and other items
Aides the Director in the preparation of the Division’s annual operating budget; manages expenditures within established budget constraints
Assists the Director in responding to complaints and inquiries from government officials, other agencies, and the public
Serves as liaison to the Department of Public Works regarding road code, stormwater management, and wastewater capacity related to land development
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other agencies and project stakeholders
Serves as the representative of the County to the public and other audiences during various meetings
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or closely related field
Minimum of five (5) years' experience in performing or reviewing land development engineering and design in positions of increasing responsibility
A minimum of three (3) years supervisory experience
Possession of a valid Class “C” non-commercial driver's license
Maryland Professional Engineer's license
Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as it pertains to land development engineering, specifically, permits, stormwater management, subdivision and site development, and road and utility engineering, and design
Knowledge of applicable local, state, and Federal codes, guidelines, regulations and standards
Ability to review engineering, design, plans, specifications and other technical documents submitted by consulting engineers and others to ensure compliance with sound engineering practices and established codes, guidelines, regulations and standards
Ability to prepare and clearly present both verbally at public meetings and written detailed reports and recommendations on complex engineering projects
Ability to plan, schedule, assign, manage, and supervise the work of assigned personnel
Ability to develop and manage project and operating budgets
Ability to communicate ideas effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and to work as a member of a team
Benefits
12 to 27 days of annual (vacation) leave per year worked, depending on seniority
5 personal days each calendar year (prorated based on start date)
12 paid holidays
15 days of sick leave per year
Medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage
Participate in the Maryland State Retirement and Pension Plan
Mandatory pre-tax 7% contribution
Participate in the Cecil County Public Safety Pension Plan
Mandatory pre-tax 8% contribution
Supplemental Retirement 457B Deferred Compensation Plan with a County match of $500 annually
Flexible work arrangements/compressed schedule
Telework/remote office opportunities
Company
Cecil County Government
Situated in the heart of the mid-Atlantic region, Cecil County is located midway between Baltimore and Philadelphia international airports and seaports, and along the Interstate 95/U.S.
501-1,000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Barbara Smith
Chief, Division of Community Partnerships
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