Project Manager

Salary: $71,975.00 - $78,646.00 Annually
Location : Towson, MD
Job Type: MERIT
Job Number: 02.115 10-26
Department: PERMITS, APPROVALS & INSPECTIONS
Opening Date: 10/09/2026

Pay Schedule XII, Grade 1M, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week
A vacancy exists in the Department of Permits, Approvals & Inspections, Development Management Division.
This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring in this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.


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 can attach your transcript(s), certification(s) or license(s) to your application. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.


Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Educationwill result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Definition of Responsibility
Under general supervision, oversees, facilitates, and coordinates the activities of various County agencies, developers, and the public in the submittal, review, and approval of development projects in the County.

Essential Functions

• Facilities coordinates, and guides development projects through the review and approval processes. Serves as liaison between developers, the County, and the public to address issues and coordinate the submittal and approval of plans. Informs developers and citizens of development requirements. Resolves problems that delay or interrupt the process, and expedites projects.

• Manages project teams to assure consistency and conformance to negotiated time schedules. Works with developers and County agencies to set and maintain deadlines and schedules.
• Negotiates, sets, and tracks deadlines for completion of Phase II development requirements. Expedites review of development plans by County agencies. Serves as liaison between County agencies and developers to effect adherence to deadlines. Negotiates solutions for conflicting agency requirements.
• Represents the County at public conferences and meetings with developers and citizens. Schedules, coordinates, facilitates, and moderates Community Input Meetings. Chairs Concept Plan and Development Plan Conferences.

Example of Duties

• Oversees, coordinates, and guides permit applications through the review and approval process.
• Coordinates the processing of minor subdivision plans, record plats, and water appropriation permits.
• May serve on the Development Review Committee.
• May lead or supervise other employees in the department.
• 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 of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree
Plus

Three years' professional experience in planning, zoning, or development management.


(Additional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of commercial, residential, and industrial development. Knowledge of zoning practices and planning functions. Knowledge of the organization and function of public entities and how they interrelate.
• Skill in interpreting zoning maps, concept plans for development, development plans, and laws, regulations, codes, and standards relating to development.
• Ability to analyze problems in the development process and negotiate effective solutions. Ability to mediate disputes. Ability to communicate plans, laws, codes, and standards to individuals and groups. Ability to produce detailed and summary reports of meetings. Ability to lead groups of people with dissimilar or opposing interests toward a common goal. Ability to give testimony in hearings or courts.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts 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.


Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (


Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: Project Manager
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204


You can attach your transcript(s), certification(s) or license(s) to your application. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment


Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this classification is essentially sedentary. Some traveling between work sites and occasional walking or standing is involved.
Conditions of Employment
Persons appointed to this classification will be required to work evening and weekend hours on a regular basis.


Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.
Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Salary

Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance
General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.
Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave
Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick Leave
Vacation Leave
Personal Leave
Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance
70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer
This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.
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Select the option that best describes your education and experience.

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering related field. (You must include proof of education beyond high school with your application.)
• Associate's degree in an engineering related field, plus two years' experience in field or office work that entailed the evaluation or drafting of engineering, architectural, or development plans and drawings. (You must include proof of education beyond high school with your application.)
• High School diploma or an appropriate equivalent, plus four years' experience in field or office work that entailed the evaluation or drafting of engineering, architectural, or development plans and drawings.
• I do not meet the required qualifications for this position.

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