Job Description

Salary

$81,005.00 - $88,517.00 Annually

Location

Towson, MD

Job Type

MERIT

Job Number

02.107 01-25

Department

PERMITS, APPROVALS & INSPECTIONS

Opening Date

01/06/2026

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS

QUESTIONS

Pay Schedule XII, Grade 3M, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week


A vacancy exists in the Department of Permits, Approvals and Inspections, Zoning Division.



This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicant are advised to apply promptly.



A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.


All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.


List all

promotions

and changes in job duties due to

reclassification

as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.


Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.


You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.


Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered.


Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

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Under general supervision, supervises and performs professional planning and or zoning work, serves as a senior land use planner for the Department of Permits, Approvals, and Inspections.

Supervises, coordinates, and reviews the work of an assigned unit of professional and support personnel engaged in planning, zoning, land use and related activities. Coordinates the unit's activities with the work of other units and agencies within the County. Prepares and presents reports of unit activities. Supervises the development, review, commenting and analysis of concept plans, landscape plans, community plans, site plans, development plans, limited exemption plans, minor subdivision plans, zoning petition plans, zoning use permit plans, zoning administrative approval plans and other plans and related documents. Reviews planner comments to assure consistency with appropriate zoning regulations, planning policies, development policies and other guidelines. Resolves conflicts with developers, community groups, builders, engineers, surveyors, attorneys and other county or state units or agencies. Reviews and comments on development proposals. Reviews petitions to change zoning designations. Makes recommendations to the Planning Board and County Council. Oversees and supervises the agencies or division's GIS functions and the office automation computer systems. Assists in the development, modification, and administration of the zoning regulations, and other planning or zoning policies, legislation, and guidelines affecting zoning and land use. Conducts and participates in meetings with community groups, advisory groups, representatives of other County and governmental agencies, developers, builders, engineers, surveyors, attorneys and others regarding planning, zoning, land use and development issues. Serves as a senior planner on various committees or for special projects for the agency or division.

Examples of Other Duties

Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

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Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree plus four years' professional planning, zoning, development, or land use experience.



OR



Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree plus five years' professional planning, zoning, development, or land use experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level):

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of urban, regional, community, commercial revitalization, land use, and/or transportation planning. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of land use, zoning, and development management. Skill in the interpretation and application of codes, regulations, policies, and standards. Skill in the formulation, review, and analysis of plans, maps, drawings, permits, legislation, and other documents related to planning or zoning. Skill in leading and conducting planning and zoning research studies and projects. Skill in communicating planning and zoning issues, regulations, and procedures to others. Ability to prepare detailed plans for land use and complex reports concerning land use issues. Ability to supervise and coordinate the work of professional and support staff in a specialized planning or zoning function. Ability to develop and implement work methods and procedures. Ability to coordinate the function with the activities of other groups.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance):

Thorough knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Thorough knowledge of State and local laws pertaining to planning, zoning, and development management. Thorough knowledge of organizations and agencies which impact planning, land use, zoning, and development in the County. Skill in preparing detailed plans for land use and complex reports concerning land use issues. Skill in supervising and coordinating the work of professional and support staff in assigned planning or zoning function. Skill in developing work methods and procedures. Skill in coordinating unit activities with activities of other groups. Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage diverse projects simultaneously. Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills and self-motivation. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. Ability to represent the County or Department before community groups or on committees.

Proof of

Licenses, Certifications and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position.



Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.



Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: Planner III

Office of Human Resources

Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204


You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

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Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification is essentially sedentary. Some positions may require travel between work sites.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.

Employer

Baltimore County

Address

308 Allegheny Avenue



Towson, Maryland, 21204

Phone

410-887-3135

Website

http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov

Pay Schedule XII, Grade 3M, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week


A vacancy exists in the Department of Permits, Approvals and Inspections, Zoning Division.



This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicant are advised to apply promptly.



A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.


All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.


List all

promotions

and changes in job duties due to

reclassification

as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.


Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.


You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.


Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered.


Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

----------------------


Under general supervision, supervises and performs professional planning and or zoning work, serves as a senior land use planner for the Department of Permits, Approvals, and Inspections.

Supervises, coordinates, and reviews the work of an assigned unit of professional and support personnel engaged in planning, zoning, land use and related activities. Coordinates the unit's activities with the work of other units and agencies within the County. Prepares and presents reports of unit activities. Supervises the development, review, commenting and analysis of concept plans, landscape plans, community plans, site plans, development plans, limited exemption plans, minor subdivision plans, zoning petition plans, zoning use permit plans, zoning administrative approval plans and other plans and related documents. Reviews planner comments to assure consistency with appropriate zoning regulations, planning policies, development policies and other guidelines. Resolves conflicts with developers, community groups, builders, engineers, surveyors, attorneys and other county or state units or agencies. Reviews and comments on development proposals. Reviews petitions to change zoning designations. Makes recommendations to the Planning Board and County Council. Oversees and supervises the agencies or division's GIS functions and the office automation computer systems. Assists in the development, modification, and administration of the zoning regulations, and other planning or zoning policies, legislation, and guidelines affecting zoning and land use. Conducts and participates in meetings with community groups, advisory groups, representatives of other County and governmental agencies, developers, builders, engineers, surveyors, attorneys and others regarding planning, zoning, land use and development issues. Serves as a senior planner on various committees or for special projects for the agency or division.

Examples of Other Duties

Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

------------------


Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree plus four years' professional planning, zoning, development, or land use experience.



OR



Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree plus five years' professional planning, zoning, development, or land use experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level):

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of urban, regional, community, commercial revitalization, land use, and/or transportation planning. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of land use, zoning, and development management. Skill in the interpretation and application of codes, regulations, policies, and standards. Skill in the formulation, review, and analysis of plans, maps, drawings, permits, legislation, and other documents related to planning or zoning. Skill in leading and conducting planning and zoning research studies and projects. Skill in communicating planning and zoning issues, regulations, and procedures to others. Ability to prepare detailed plans for land use and complex reports concerning land use issues. Ability to supervise and coordinate the work of professional and support staff in a specialized planning or zoning function. Ability to develop and implement work methods and procedures. Ability to coordinate the function with the activities of other groups.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance):

Thorough knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Thorough knowledge of State and local laws pertaining to planning, zoning, and development management. Thorough knowledge of organizations and agencies which impact planning, land use, zoning, and development in the County. Skill in preparing detailed plans for land use and complex reports concerning land use issues. Skill in supervising and coordinating the work of professional and support staff in assigned planning or zoning function. Skill in developing work methods and procedures. Skill in coordinating unit activities with activities of other groups. Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage diverse projects simultaneously. Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills and self-motivation. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. Ability to represent the County or Department before community groups or on committees.

Proof of

Licenses, Certifications and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position.



Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.



Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: Planner III

Office of Human Resources

Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204


You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

----------------------------

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification is essentially sedentary. Some positions may require travel between work sites.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.

Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace

All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace

Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Salary

Annual Salary review

- Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance

General Increases

- Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.

Longevity Increases

- In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program

Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:



Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement

Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave

Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Personal Leave

Holidays

Bereavement Leave

Jury Leave

Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union

Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit

Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance

70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation

Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.