Baltimore Department of Planning Design Planner II

POSITION OVERVIEW

This position plays a critical role in the City of Baltimore’s review process for major public and private development projects. It is housed within the Department of Planning’s Land Use and Urban Design (LUUD) Division (learn more here). LUUD is responsible for managing and coordinating the review of all major development projects citywide. The division oversees the City’s design review process—including administration of the Design Manual and the Urban Design and Architectural Review Panel (UDAAP)—and manages subdivision and site plan review.

LUUD also coordinates Planning Commission review of related City Council legislation. This role requires familiarity with a wide range of development types, from residential and commercial projects to master plans, planned unit developments, institutional (“eds and meds”), and waterfront development. A strong background in architecture and urban design is highly desirable, as is direct experience with diverse project types. The position offers a unique opportunity to gain insight and hands-on experience in the development and redevelopment of a major American city through daily involvement in the development review process.

Strong skills in architecture, planning, and communication are essential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate and manage the review of major public and private development projects.

Administer the City’s design review process, including oversight of the Design Manual and support for UDAAP.

Conduct subdivision and site plan reviews

Prepare and present materials for the Planning Commission and coordinate related City Council legislation.

Review and provide feedback on a wide range of development projects, including residential, commercial, institutional, and waterfront projects.

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure high-quality urban design outcomes.

Communicate effectively with developers, architects, community members, and city leadership.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

A bachelor’s degree in architecture, landscape architecture, urban and regional planning, urban design, environmental design or environmental studies, and two years of experience performing planning work.

Equivalencies – A master’s degree in architecture, landscape architecture, urban and regional planning, urban design, environmental design or environmental studies and one year of experience performing planning work.

BACKGROUND CHECK

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint screening and must be successfully completed.

PROBATION

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a 6- month mandatory probation.