The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is a bi-county agency empowered by the State of Maryland in 1927 to acquire, develop, maintain and administer a regional system of parks within Montgomery and Prince George's Counties, and to provide land use planning for the physical development of these counties. The agency gained responsibility for public recreation program in Prince George's County in 1970.

Governing Body
The governing body of M-NCPPC consists of 10 members, 5 appointed by Montgomery County and 5 by Prince George's County. The Commission coordinates & acts on matters of interest to both counties, and meets at least once a month. The members of the Commission from each county serve as separate Planning Boards to facilitate, review and administer the matters affecting their respective counties.

Range of Duties
M-NCPPC administers a park system of more than 52,000 acres. It is composed of stream valley parks, large regional parks, neighborhood parks and park-school recreation areas. Its staff of career employees includes planners, park and recreation administrators, park police and administration staff. In addition, seasonal workers staff numerous park and recreation programs.

Our Vision
The M-NCPPC embodies the vision of forward-looking community leaders who saw the need to plan for orderly development and protection of the natural resources in the two suburban counties bordering the District of Columbia. The population of the area it serves has increased to approximately 2 million residents in a bi-county area of great economic, racial, ethnic and geographic diversity.
M-NCPPC's facilities, programs and responsibilities have constantly evolved and expanded to keep pace with the needs of this vibrant community.

Our Mission
    Manage physical growth and plan communities.
    Protect and steward natural, cultural and historic resources.
    Provide leisure and recreational experiences.

Industry: Government Administration
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

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**Description**

**THIS IS A READVERTISEMENT. PREVIOUS CANDIDATES NEED NOT REAPPLY.**

The Prince George’s County Planning Department of The Maryland National-Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking a **Planning Technician II **to join our planning team. The Department provides land use planning for the physical development of Prince George’s County, Maryland. As the second most populous county in Maryland, Prince George’s has a population of approximately 900,000 residents and is home to the University of Maryland at College Park, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, and Joint Base Andrews. Prince George’s County is also home to attractions such as Northwest Stadium (formerly FedEx Field), and National Harbor. Are you ready to make a difference in Prince George’s County? If so, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our Planning Technician II position.

Examples of Important Duties

Performs application reviews, data collection and analysis, and/or related work in support of the planning function for the Intake and Regulatory Review Division, Planning Information Services Section. Applies knowledge of codes, ordinances, planning or regulatory functions, processes, and/or programs to collect and review information, determine the accuracy of information, and explain and interpret information to the general public, architects, engineers, developers, and others.

Work Assignments include collecting data and information from computerized permit systems and other sources; organizing and reviewing data to ensure it is accurate and meets requirements; maintaining databases; searching hard copy and automated files, databases, and other information sources; checking the accuracy of data, and answering questions for supervisor or other staff and customers. Communicates by telephone, in person, by form letter or notice with government officials, citizens, developers, engineers, attorneys, and others to answer questions and provide routine or specialized information, maps, and publications.

**What You Should Bring**

The ideal candidate for this position must have highly organized work habits, be detail-oriented and accurate, and have experience with record keeping, database management, and application processing in a regulatory environment. Successful candidates must also have substantial analytical skills and excellent written and oral communication skills. Familiarity with local zoning, urban design, and subdivision codes would be advantageous. The work program for this position provides support to the Prince George's County Planning Department and the Prince George's County Planning Board..

**Minimum Qualifications**

- High school diploma or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED).

- Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience with plan, permit and development application review.

- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total two (2) years.

**Preferred Skills:**

Microsoft Office Suite, ArcGIS

Supplemental Information

**Classification Specification: **~~Planning Technician II~~

**Why Prince George’s Planning?**

**Amenities**

- Telework opportunities

- Flexible schedules

- Onsite fitness center

- Complimentary access to M-NCPPC gymnasiums throughout Prince George’s County

- Free parking is available for employees

- Professional development opportunities/Tuition assistance

- Positions may qualify for federal student loan forgiveness assistance

The M-NCPPC offers a competitive salary range of $48,563 to $86,008 per annum (~~salary is commensurate with education and experience ~~) at the Planning Technician II level with excellent benefits including generous leave, extensive health coverage, deferred compensation plan, and employee pension plan.

The Prince George’s County Planning Department is conveniently located in Largo, Maryland, near Metro and I-495.

**May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.**

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of application at 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1).

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.

Planning Technician II (15255, Grade 16)

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