City Planner I/II

Business: City of Westminster

Location: Westmisnter

FULL TIME • PERMANENT

Business Product/Service: Government

Business Address:
45 W Main Street
Westmisnter, Maryland 21158

Phone: (410) 848-5236

Contact Name: Sarah Ganjon
Title: Human Resources Associate
Email: sganjon@westminstermd.gov
Website: https://www.westminstermd.gov/

Job Description

The City of Westminster is seeking a City Planner I or II for the Department of Community Planning and Development.

This position is responsible for:
• Providing staff support to the Board of Zoning Appeals, Planning & Zoning Commission, Historic District Commission, and Tree Commission.
• Coordinates the City and County reviews of development proposals, including subdivisions and site plans; and assists in plans review using City’s zoning code, sign code, landscape manual and design guidelines.
• Conducts studies and assists in the preparation of plans, reports, recommendations, and correspondence on planning, zoning, development proposals, economic development, zoning amendment petitions, annexation petitions, demographic matters, and environmental issues.
• Participates in the drafting and review of amendments to the City’s Zoning Code.
• Designs and coordinates planning processes for small areas of the City such as neighborhood plans.
• Provides technical assistance to citizens, public and private sector representatives, and members of the City’s appointed boards and commissions, with respect to land development procedures, zoning requirements, economic development, demographic data, and other information as directed.
• Assists in the review on building permits. Prepares maps and graphics as required.

Job Requirements

Depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate selected, this position will be filled at either the Planner I or Planner II. Possession of a valid Class C Driver’s License is required.
• Planner I
o Requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and three years of related experience in a governmental setting or equivalent combination of education, training, and related experience.
• Planner II
o Requires a bachelor’s degree in municipal planning or related field and five years of related experience in a governmental setting OR master’s degree in urban, regional, or community planning and three years of related experience in a governmental setting or equivalent combination of education, training, and related experience.

This position is a full-time, exempt position. Salary will be dependent on experience and qualifications but may not exceed the salary range for new hires for the position filled.
• Planner I position is $56,863.21
• Planner II position is $61,987.28

TO APPLY: Application and resume will only be accepted online at www.westminstermd.gov/jobs.

Questions? Call 410-848-5236. This position will remain open until filled. EOE.

Other Job Requirements
H.S. Diploma/GED, Bachelor’s Degree, Physical Required, Drug Test Required, Background Check

Wages per hour: Planner I position is $56,863.21 • Planner II position is $61,987.28
Number of openings: 1
Overtime: NO
Benefits: YES
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, Long and Short-Term Disability and Life) • Paid Leave including Vacation, Sick, Family Sick, Personal, Personal Birthday, Bereavement and 12 Holidays • Maryland State Pension System, 401(a) Matching Plan and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans • Employee Assistance Program • Tuition Reimbursement • Free Westminster Family Fitness Center Membership

Days of Work:
MONDAY 8:00am 4:30pm  TUESDAY 8:00am 4:30pm  WEDNESDAY 8:00am 4:30pm  THURSDAY 8:00am 4:30pm  FRIDAY 8:00am 4:30pm
Shift: Day

How to Apply: https://www.westminstermd.gov/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=102&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=City-Engineer-393
Willing to Train: YES
Experience Required: YES
Experience in Months: 36
Minimum Age: 21 & over
Closing Date: 05/30/2025