Community Planner I​/II

Job Summary

The Planning Division of the City of Gaithersburg Department of Planning & Code Administration is accepting applications for a full-time Community Planner to perform a variety of responsibilities primarily related to community planning, zoning, and land use. We are looking for a talented professional who is interested in joining a collaborative and innovative team that plays a key role in the planning and development of one of the largest cities in Maryland – Gaithersburg, which has just over 70,000 residents and is located in the heart of Montgomery County.

The successful candidate will review site development plans, apply regulations governing community development, zoning, and land use, and respond to public inquiry. The Planner will collect, analyze, interpret, and present technical land use, environmental, zoning and other City planning data, and interact with City officials, government agencies, commissions, boards and the public.

This position may be filled at the Planner I or Planner II level depending on qualifications. Starting salary is negotiable within the hiring range shown below.

• Planner I – $63,000 – $72,000
• Planner II – $79,000 – $88,000

• Process and review planning applications for compliance with City Code and policies.
• Prepare planning reports and present materials at public meetings.
• Utilize the City’s Geographic Information System (GIS) to create and maintain the planning department’s database, analyze data, and prepare maps and data layers for planning and reporting purposes.
• Assist committee and board staff liaisons with meetings and agenda packages.
• Provide outstanding service, pursue continuous improvement, and exceed expectations.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Urban/Regional Planning, Urban Studies, Engineering, Architecture, or a closely related field.
• At least one year of planning‑related experience, including internships, preferably at the regional or local government level, or any acceptable equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to satisfactorily perform job duties.
• Ability to handle multiple projects effectively with demonstrated attention to detail.
• Strong, effective writing skills.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Urban/Regional Planning (or related) and 6 years of progressively responsible professional planning experience; or a Master’s Degree and 5 years of progressively responsible planning experience.
• In‑depth knowledge of the principles and practices of planning and zoning.
• Demonstrated ability to manage more complex projects and perform work with more autonomy.
• AICP certification (preferred).

• Complete online application
• Current resume (attached to the online application)
• Letter of interest (attached to the online application) – include why you are interested, and what specific skills and abilities make you uniquely qualified.

• Health Benefits: Medical, dental and vision coverage (company pays 85% of premium); comprehensive plans offered.
• Retirement Savings: 401A, 401K, 457‑deferred, and Roth IRA.
• Paid Leave: Vacation, sick leave, personal leave, family care leave, holidays, volunteer service, jury duty, bereavement, military leave.
• Additional Benefits: Flexible spending accounts, student loan assistance, life and disability insurance, multicultural stipend, language program, housing stipend, tuition assistance, and more.

Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until filled; recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of qualified applications are received.

Contact Community Planning Manager Jasmine Forbes at 240‑805‑1069 or Jasmine.

Forbes. For questions about the application process, contact the Department of Human Resources at 301‑258‑6327 or hr.

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