The Montgomery County Planning Department is seeking a Deputy Planning Director for Administration. Montgomery Planning, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) has enjoyed a national reputation for excellence in planning and serves a culturally diverse population of more than one million people north of Washington, DC. Montgomery Planning continues to be a leader in the field of planning and strives to set a vision for the future that fosters economic prosperity, environmental resilience, and equitable outcomes for its residents. The Department has pioneered programs in agricultural preservation, inclusionary zoning, and transit-oriented design. The Department's innovative approach to community planning continues to be recognized nationally and locally. In recent years, the Department has received two Sustainable Growth Awards from the Maryland Department of Planning, several national and local planning leadership awards from the American Planning Association, and numerous MARCOM awards for excellence in communications.
The successful candidate for this position possesses and demonstrates a thorough understanding of and range of experience in the multiple disciplines that are integral to community planning. It is essential that the Deputy Director have a keen perception of organizational development, work program management, and strategic planning. The successful candidate must have extremely strong communication skills. We are looking for a multi-faceted and articulate candidate with outstanding analytical, presentation and writing skills.
This position involves direct contact with the Montgomery County Council and staff, the Montgomery County Executive and staff and the Montgomery County Planning Board; the selected candidate must be able to understand and relate to policy and political issues.
1. Master's degree in planning, parks, architecture, engineering, environmental science, or related subjects; and
2. Ten years of a broad range of planning experience that included two years at the managerial level; or
3. An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Class/Specification: Montgomery County Deputy Planning Director
The salary range listed above represents the earning potential for this position. Salary is commensurate with experience. This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus (external candidates only).
May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.
About Us
The M-NCPPC offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, generous leave plans, an employee pension plan, and a deferred compensation plan. Positions may qualify for public service student loan forgiveness. Montgomery Planning is conveniently located minutes from Washington, DC in downtown Wheaton, MD next to the Wheaton Metro Station, several bus lines, and bikeshare. A commuter stipend is available. Telework opportunities (up to two days a week) and tuition assistance are also available. We work in one of the first LEED Platinum-certified government-owned office buildings in Maryland.
Diversity Statement: The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1). M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.