Division Chief, Land Management: Lead Planning & Policy

Calvert County, MD; Prince Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework option

Defined Contribution Plan

457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan

35-hour workweek

Tuition reimbursement up to 80%

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Gym membership discounts

Paid holidays

Job summary

Calvert County Government seeks a Land Management Division Chief to lead regulatory planning across floodplain, critical area, forest conservation, land preservation, and historic preservation. The role requires a Master’s degree, three years of supervisory planning experience, and AICP and CFM certifications.

You will supervise a team of planners, coordinate with state and federal agencies, and manage permit reviews, policy development, and interagency collaborations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in planning or related field.
• Three years of supervisory planning experience.
• AICP and/or CFM certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of planners to manage floodplain, critical area, forest conservation, and historic preservation.
• Coordinate with state, federal, and local agencies on FEMA, CA, and environmental regulations.
• Develop and implement policies and programs for land use and environmental resources.
• Review development proposals, permits, and subdivision plans.
• Engage with stakeholders and present plans to communities and boards.
• Prepare and manage budgets and department goals.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory planning

Stakeholder management

Public speaking

Regulatory compliance

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

AICP certification

CFM certification

Job description

Calvert County Government seeks a Land Management Division Chief to lead regulatory planning across floodplain, critical area, forest conservation, land preservation, and historic preservation. The role requires a Master’s degree, three years of supervisory planning experience, and AICP and CFM certifications.

You will supervise a team of planners, coordinate with state and federal agencies, and manage permit reviews, policy development, and interagency collaborations.