The Department of Natural Resources, Critical Area Commission for the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays, is currently accepting applications for a Natural Resources Planner III. The Natural Resources Planner III is a member of the natural resources planning team, responsible for monitoring land development projects and oversight of locally implemented Critical Area protection programs and to provide services to Towns as necessary. While specific experience with Maryland’s Critical Area law is not required, the Natural Resources Planner III is expected to have experience in environmental and land use planning, including: technical review of land development projects; natural resource planning assistance to local governments; knowledge of planning, scientific, and resource management practices with particular focus on climate resiliency and climate equity; and report and public presentation preparation.

This position is with the Critical Area Commission for the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays, which is an independent commission housed under the Aquatic and Natural Resources Division of the Department of Natural Resources. It requires collaboration with other Critical Area Commission staff, appointed Commission members, other DNR staff, local government staff, and a wide range of nonprofit and governmental agencies. This collaboration is key to the success of this position. 

Main Purpose of Job:

To serve as a member of the natural resources planning team responsible for monitoring land development projects and oversight of locally-implemented Critical Area protection programs and to provide services to Towns as necessary. To provide expertise in the areas of: technical review of land development projects; natural resource planning assistance to local governments; research of planning, scientific, and resource management practices with particular focus on climate resiliency and climate equity; and report preparation and public presentations concerning Critical Area regulations and practices.
 

This position is eligible for hybrid telework through a signed teleworking agreement, with the number of eligible teleworking days determined by the supervisor. Regardless of teleworking status, all assigned duties shall be performed as described including field work, outside meetings, and attendance at public boards and hearings. During teleworking hours, the planner is responsible to be available within agreed upon working hours, maintain contact with supervisors during working hours, and track daily tasks completed via email. The planner is expected to use appropriate and professional discretion in determining virtual versus in-person meetings and discussion.