Under the general supervision of the Deputy Director, this mid-level professional planner will support long-range and transportation planning activities for Wicomico County and the Salisbury-Wicomico Metropolitan Planning Organization. The position will be responsible for the following planning related tasks and projects:
- Assist with the development and implementation of plans, policies, and programs;
- Compile, analyze, and formulate recommendations / strategies about community needs with regard to population growth, development trends, land use, transportation, public infrastructure, housing, and the environment;
- Support with development, implementation, and management of the Salisbury-Wicomico Metropolitan Planning Organization’s work program;
- Prepare and present reports to the public, elected officials, appointed boards, and other governmental agencies;
- Obtain and manage grants, consultant contracts, and project / program budgets;
- Attend meetings of various committees, commissions, council, and boards, which requires the ability to attend night-time meetings; and
- Performs related work as required. ion.