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SalaryJOB SUMMARY
This position is located in the Office of Planning (OP), Neighborhood Planning Division. OP mission is to plan for the long-term growth of the District of Columbia, to help ensure it reflects our values of an inclusive and vibrant city. OP helps the District work toward a positive future in which all District residents can thrive, regardless of income, race, age, or background. OP guides development in the District of Columbia’s distinctive neighborhoods by engaging stakeholders and residents, performing research and analysis, serving as the steward of our historic resources, and publishing various planning documents, racial equity, coordination of public resources and civic infrastructure including the Comprehensive Plan.
The Neighborhood Planning Division within the Office of Planning is responsible for preparing technical planning studies, including small area plans and corridor studies that shape the future development and revitalization of the District’s neighborhoods. The Office of Planning’s planning process involves community engagement and the use of consultant teams to prepare market studies and provide urban design assistance.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The incumbent serves as an advisor to assist the division by compiling data and preparing technical reports to be used in major planning studies or projects. Participates on Small Area Plan teams and assist senior planners in the preparation of existing conditions reports, design, and production of materials for plan reports and outreach and in community engagement. Assists the Associate Director or senior planners in special projects or assignments, including best practices research. Researches, collects, and verifies data on demographics, planning, revitalization, community, or development issues from various sources (technical literature, public meetings, site visits, census data, etc.) to be used in the development of planning studies and projects.
In addition, the incumbent will assist the Associate Director or senior planners in special projects or assignments related to major development projects and planning studies. Prepares specialized technical and analytical reports based on data collected, analyses conducted, or fieldwork/site visits. Reports include graphs, charts, maps developed to support findings. Communicates and presents major themes and concepts effectively to diverse audiences with varying skills and knowledge levels. The Incumbent contributes to community outreach engagements for planning studies and projects, including preparing for and participating in community meetings.
Qualifications and Education
This position requires at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level that may have been obtained in the private or public sectors. Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the line of work of the position and has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Licenses and Certifications
Due to field responsibility, the incumbent must have a valid driver's license.
Working Conditions/Environment
The work is performed in a typical office setting. Participation in evening or weekend community meetings may be required. Considerable pressure to meet deadlines.
Other Significant Facts
Tour of Duty: Monday- Friday 8:00 am-5:00pm
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-0020-12
Promotion Potential: CS-0020-13
Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is covered under a collective bargaining unit – AFGE 631 and you may be required to pay an agency service fee through direct payroll deduction.
EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.
