DC Department of Human Resources

OP undertakes citywide and neighborhood planning and engagement; urban design and development review; historic preservation; mapping and data analysis; and serves as the official Census State Data Center.. OP is the steward of the District's Comprehensive Plan, which advances housing, economic recovery, racial equity, resilience, and coordination of public resources and civic infrastructure.. The incumbent collaborates with other OP divisions, District and federal agencies and external stakeholders to advance design excellence in the District through the development and implementation of citywide and place-based urban design policies, guidelines, and regulations; federal design reviews of high-profile District and federal projects in the city’s-built environment; and interagency planning initiatives for citywide design systems such as parks and open space.. Responds to Director’s requests for urban design and neighborhood placemaking systems best practices, white papers, presentations, and other written materials.. Qualifications and Education Degree: community planning; or related field such as urban affairs, architecture, landscape architecture, engineering, sociology, geography, economics, political science, or public administration that included at least 12 semester hours in the planning process, socioeconomic and physical elements of planning, urban and regional economic analysis, and development finance.

community planner

General Job Information Job SummaryThis position is in the Office of Planning (OP). OP has the lead responsibility for planning the long-term growth of the District of Columbia (D.C.) and provides the vision, framework and principles that guide land use change, growth, and development for an equitable and vibrant city. OP undertakes citywide and neighborhood planning and engagement; urban design and development review; historic preservation; mapping and data analysis; and serves as the official Census State Data Center. OP is the steward of the District's Comprehensive Plan, which advances housing, economic recovery, racial equity, resilience, and coordination of public resources and civic infrastructure.The Neighborhood Planning Division has five main areas of responsibilities which shape the future development and revitalization of the District's neighborhoods namely, developing small area plans and planning studies; coordinating and tracking plan implementation; participating in citywide planning initiatives that have a neighborhood impact; monitoring and reviewing development projects; and acting as a liaison to elected officials and community stakeholders on land use, development, and planning issues. This position is an advanced professional level within the division and has corresponding technical expertise and administrative responsibilities in all five of these areas. The Neighborhood Planning Division includes planners assigned to each ward of the District to work in collaboration with Advisory Neighborhood Commissions, citizen associations, and residents, businesses, elected officials, and District agencies.Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe incumbent in this position performs advanced professional planning activities for major multi-phased projects, which include authoritative technical and policy analysis, vision and goat setting, and specific recommendations/implementation plan development. Identifies critical planning issues, conducting detailed analyses of redevelopment and revitalization opportunities, leading a participatory public engagement process, and managing a team of internal planners or external consultants. Coordinates and reviews project team analysis, field work, research, and reports relative to the assigned study/project for consistency with District planning objectives, policy, and office standards. Assists the Associate Director with specific managerial and administrative tasks and provides general guidance and leadership to Division members in order to accomplish key tasks. Leads the implementation activities for applicable plans or studies within the Ward. Facilitates communication with implementers, develops and executes work plans for specific implementation tasks, and develops materials, reports, graphics, and other documentation to assist in stakeholder communication.The incumbent collaborates with other OP divisions, District and federal agencies and external stakeholders to advance design excellence in the District through the development and implementation of citywide and place-based urban design policies, guidelines, and regulations; federal design reviews of high-profile District and federal projects in the city’s-built environment; and interagency planning initiatives for citywide design systems such as parks and open space. Builds and maintains effective partnerships to strengthen the District’s design character with colleagues from other District agencies; federal agencies, including those with project review authority such as the Commission of Fine Arts and the National Capital Planning Commission; the development and design communities; community members; and other stakeholders. Responds to Director’s requests for urban design and neighborhood placemaking systems best practices, white papers, presentations, and other written materials. Qualifications and Education Degree: community planning; or related field such as urban affairs, architecture, landscape architecture, engineering, sociology, geography, economics, political science, or public administration that included at least 12 semester hours in the planning process, socioeconomic and physical elements of planning, urban and regional economic analysis, and development finance.orCombination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in an urban design-related discipline, or a combination of related courses totaling at least 24 semester hours in any combination of urban design-related disciplines of which at least 12 semester hours were in the planning process and physical elements of planning, plus appropriate experience or additional education.andSpecialized Experience: Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the position and has equipped the individual with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, the incumbent must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.Licenses and CertificationsNoneWorking Conditions/EnvironmentThe work is usually performed in an office setting except for periodic outdoor surveys, site visits, and presentations to other entities. Other Significant FactsTour of Duty: Monday- Friday 8:30 am- 5:00pmPay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-0020-14Promotion Potential: No known promotion potentialPosition Designation: NoneCollective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is covered under a collective bargaining unit AFGE Local 6311, and you may be required to pay union dues through direct payroll deduction.Residency Requirement: If the position you are applying for is in the Career, Management Supervisory, or Educational Service at an annual salary of one hundred fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) or more, you must establish residency in the District of Columbia within one hundred eighty (180) days of the effective date of the appointment and continue to maintain residency within the District of Columbia throughout the duration of the appointment.EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

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