Planner Iii

About the Position:
This is a professional planning position in the Sustainability Division, Engineering Services Section, managing various environmental programs. Work requires knowledge of the principles of engineering, planning, researching, evaluating and interpreting planning data using Arc GIS.
Must have ability to analyze and interpret planning data, both orally and in writing using Arc GIS is critical. Experience with site management and inspection of the construction of erosion, slope stabilization, storm drainage, flood control and stormwater related capital improvement projects is required. The nature of the job requires the incumbent to spend about 70% in the field performing site inspection and investigation and about 30% in the office performing research, writing field reports and other miscellaneous tasks. The incumbent is under the direct supervision of the Section Head, Engineering Services Section. What You'll Do:

• -Assists in planning and administration of environmental programs relating to planning, assessments, site inspection and investigation of erosion, drainage, stormwater and flood control for the Engineering Services Section.
• Manage, inspect, and investigate complaints regarding erosion, drainage and flood related concern and initiate appropriate action necessary to address and resolve the problems.
• Assist Division Staff in the development of standards and procedures, investigative methods and means that are appropriate to Prince George's County.
  - Research and interpret planning data using data management systems including Arc GIS
• Effectively and efficiently prepares correspondence, studies, and reports in accordance with current professional principles and practices related to engineering, environmental and water resources sciences.
• Manage and maintain files for Local, State and Federal environmental management programs.
• Review and evaluate storm drainage, stormwater and flood control issues and innovative methods and technologies.
• Coordinate with public and private organizations on storm drainage, stormwater and flood control issues and innovative methods and technologies.
• Assures that the County adheres to the Federal and State Engineering and Environmental permit requirements.
• Research Grant opportunities.
• Coordinates and manages projects with Consultants and outside agencies
• Assist in the management of Agency's Grant Programs.
• Develop, coordinate and implement public outreach and education on storm drainage, stormwater and flood control matters.
• Prepare and compose clearly written technical reports.
• Collect data, information, and technical reports and prepare the NPDES annual report.
• Thoroughly research data, information, and technical studies using the ARC GIS and other appropriate technology.
• Promote environmental programs using multimedia applications and techniques.
• Coordinates inter-agency activities for program development.
• Act independently in all aspects of program development and management including liaison work with other Local, Municipal, State and Federal government agencies and related groups.
• Manage various components of the storm drainage, stormwater flood and pollution prevention programs.
• Develop recommendations for program enhancement and improvement.
• Manage and develop the County's Biological Monitoring and Assessment Program.
• Assist in developing the Division's budget and ensure that the Division's operational and Capital Improvement budgets are accurately prepared in accordance with the Departmental guidelines.
• Oversee the procurement, preparation, and administration of contracts and agreements related to the design and construction of erosion, storm drainage, stormwater management and flood control related capital improvement projects.
• Conduct analysis to identify management for the improvement of the Division's operations and delivery of services. Perform other administrative duties as assigned by the Associate Director or the Section Head.
• Provides assistance and guidance to civic associations, professional groups, students, schools, businesses, and government agencies pertaining to storm drainage, stormwater quantity and quality, flood and pollution prevention and environmental planning techniques.
• Perform tasks that may not be specifically listed in the position description but are within the general, occupational category and responsibility level associated with the employee's work class.

What You'll Need:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in urban and regional planning, public administration, economics, business administration, political science, environmental science, public health or other closely related fields, and/with
• A minimum of two (2) years of professional planning/program development experience in the area of assignment.

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with planning, assessment, site inspection and investigation of erosion, drainage, flooding and excessive stormwater runoff concerns.
• Experience with the design and the construction of erosion, streambank stabilization, storm drainage and flood control CIP Projects.
• Experience with GIS Applications
• Ability to read, understand and interpret topographic maps and construction drawings
• Ability to develop and manage new environmental programs
• Program and project management skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Budgeting experience
• Possess computer skills in Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Word
• 3 years of related work experience

EACH APPLICANT MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION WHICH CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Upon selection, the candidate must:

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Participate as an "Essential" employee in the department's snow and ice control program and other emergency or special activities as assigned.

DURATION OF ELIGIBILITY: Candidates will be selected from a temporary register of eligible candidates, which will become effective approximately four (4) weeks after the closing date. Once a selection has been made, the register will expire.
ELIGIBILITY TO WORK: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to show and verify authorization to work in the United States.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/e-verify.

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Internal Applicants: If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.

Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity in the Workplace

Employment Type: Probationary FT