Senior Planning Manager - Development Review & Equity

Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission; Largo (MD); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework up to 2 days/week

Flexible schedules

Onsite fitness center

Free parking

Job summary

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking an experienced planner to serve as the Assistant Division Chief in the Development Review Division, overseeing proposals, processes, and teams focused on urban design, zoning, and subdivision in Prince George’s County.

The role leads staff development, coordinates with federal, state, and local agencies, and ensures alignment with master plan goals. Strong leadership, budgeting, and policy review skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Planning (e.g., City, Regional, Urban) or related field.
• Six years of planning experience including two years in leadership or supervisory roles.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may total ten years.
• May require a valid driver’s license (depending on area of assignment).

Responsibilities

• Plans and manages assigned Development Review Division operations and programs.
• Interprets and implements county planning policy; defines goals and objectives.
• Provides guidance on land use and zoning matters related to development review and master plan conformance.
• Oversees division projects and develops standard operating procedures and training.
• Assists in budgeting and manages division personnel and recruitment.
• Represents department in meetings with citizens, groups, and officials.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Leadership

Legislation review

Development plans review

Partnerships building

Negotiation

Consensus building

Broad planning principles

Budgeting & procurement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Planning

Job description

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking an experienced planner to serve as the Assistant Division Chief in the Development Review Division, overseeing proposals, processes, and teams focused on urban design, zoning, and subdivision in Prince George’s County.

The role leads staff development, coordinates with federal, state, and local agencies, and ensures alignment with master plan goals. Strong leadership, budgeting, and policy review skills are essential.