Planner II - Historic Preservation

JOB A vacancy exists in the Department of Planning for a Historic Preservation Planner in the Development Review Division. Pay Schedule I, Grade 29,

Regular Schedule:

35 hours per week. Definition of Responsibility This is a technical planning position in support of the Department of Planning's Historic Preservation Section. The primary responsibilities will focus on public education and community outreach. The work and responsibilities will include a broad range of topics, such as historic preservation planning, land use and zoning, the Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC), historic tax credits, architectural surveying, archival research, and community engagement. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants. All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note:

Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time. You must attach your transcript(s), and/or degree(s), and/or certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of licenses, certifications, and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Job Purpose Under the general supervision of the Preservation Services Chief, compiles and analyzes data; prepares oral and written reports and presentations; assists with the review of applications, historic property research, and documentation; and assists with workshops or webinars . Essential Job Duties Public education and community outreach Develops workshops, webinars, or other events promoting and educating constituents about the County's Historic preservation program Assists with presentations to local neighborhood or community groups Develops educational materials regarding the County's historic and historic places Develops social media campaigns and/or posts Develops promotional materials, educating the public about the County's programs Assists the Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) Administrator and Chief with training for the Landmarks Preservation Commission members Attend events hosted by various business, community, heritage, and historic preservation groups Historic property research and documentation Conducts site visits/ fieldwork as needed for historic property documentation Conducts historic property research and documentation, including the completion of the Maryland Inventory of Historic Properties' form Assists with County Landmark or County historic district nominations, including research and evaluation Technical support to the County's Historic Preservation Program Assist the LPC Administrator with reviewing applications to the Landmarks Preservation Commission, as well as preparing staff reports Utilizes design guidelines, the County Code, and general preservation and architectural knowledge to draft reports and other determinations Attends evening meetings of the Landmarks Preservation Commission Assists with reviewing and processing applications for the County's historic tax credit program Assists the section with maintaining records Assists in the daily operations, including general administrative and technical tasks, such as updating County web pages and preparing mailings Fielding phone calls and answering emails Assist with reviewing permits, development plans, zoning, or other planning-related documents Assists with reviewing demolition permits and determining if the resource has the potential to be a Structure of Unusual Importance Examples of Other Duties Performs other related duties as required. (

NOTE:

The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all essential job functions for each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Must attend evening meetings of the Landmarks Preservation Commission. Physical and Environmental Conditions The work of this classification is essentially sedentary. Some positions may require travel between work sites. Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, a drug screen, and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to, a criminal background check, education verification, and a fingerprint check.