PROGRAM MANAGER II

The Maryland Department of Planning is recruiting for a Program Manager II in the Infrastructure and Development Unit. 

This position is a Management Service classification and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

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301 W. Preston St.

Baltimore, MD  21201

The Manager of the Infrastructure & Development Unit in the Planning Services Division is responsible for coordinating and implementing initiatives related to infrastructure and development planning. This position works with staff within the Department, other State agencies, local officials, stakeholders, and the public.

Among other things, the Infrastructure and Development Unit focuses on the Department's role in the Interagency Committee for Public School Construction Program (IAC) and transportation planning as mandated in The Maryland Office of Planning - Transportation Planning Activity Act of 1996. This position also directs the agencys' efforts in statewide development technical assistance and coordinates other services of State agencies with local jurisdictions in promoting targeted community and economic development consistent with the Agency's' overall mission.

Duties will include managerial and administrative functions of the unit, including supervision of staff, project and program management, and development and monitoring of work programs and progress reports.

Coordinates development of information and analysis that supports community and economic development projects in targeted areas throughout the state, and promotes design that enhances the quality of life of Marylanders. 

Coordinates the implementation of Planning’s policies, guidelines, and best practices for targeted community and economic growth and design with local governments and State agencies.  Prepares work plans and manages staff and coordinates with state and local agencies on projects related to community and economic development and design that further the Planning Department’s mission.

Increases awareness of targeted community and economic development and urban design projects through written, oral and graphic communications and represents the Department of Planning on task forces, committees, ceremonies and other external activities.  Educates communities on revitalization opportunities, practices and customized designs that would enhance the quality of life in existing communities.

Education:  A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in planning, geography, architecture, landscape architecture, urban design, civil engineering, economics, real estate development, or closely related field.

Experience:  Four years experience in a professional planning position, or a professional level position in architecture, urban design, real estate development, community development, or redevelopment organization (public, private, or non-profit sector).

Note:

A Masters degree in planning, geography, architecture, landscape architecture, urban design, civil engineering, economics, real estate development, or closely related field may substitute for one year of required experience.

Two years of experience supervising planners, architects, engineers, urban designers, development specialists, economists, or other professionals involved in the design and/or planning of new development and/or redevelopment projects, plans, or codes.

Applicants must meet both the minimum and selective qualifications.  Include clear and specific information on your application regarding the qualifications.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.  We will not consider information submitted after this date.  Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.  You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement, or the rating may be based on your application.  Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Report all experience and education that is related to this position.

For education obtained outside of the United States, you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service.  Please submit a detailed, course-by-course evaluation report from one of the U.S. equivalency evaluating members identified at http://www.naces.org/members.html.

Online application process is STRONGLY preferred.  If the online application process is not available, you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire (by the closing date) to:    

Department of Budget and Management

Recruitment and Examination Division

301 W. Preston Street, Room 608

Baltimore, MD 21201  

If you have questions concerning this recruitment, please call 410-767-3623.

TTY  Users: call via Maryland Relay.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.

 Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity