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Seasonal Hourly Shift

Project Review Planner

Recruitment #26-002292-0046

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Introduction

Salary: $25.00/hour

Employment Type: Full-Time

Estimated Contract Period: May 2026 - March 2027

GRADE

HRLY 0008

LOCATION OF POSITION

580 Taylor Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21401 (Anne Arundel County)

Main Purpose of Job

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Maryland Park Service located in Annapolis, MD, is currently accepting applications for one (1) Seasonal Contractual Project Review Planner. This 10-month contractual position provides direct support to the Project Review and Planning team and will be based at the Tawes State Office Building in Annapolis, Maryland (Anne Arundel County) but will include both field work and be eligible to telework up to two days per week.

The Project Review Planner’s duties may include, but are not limited to: 
  • Scoping and screening of projects proposed on State-managed lands for natural resource information and concerns; 
  • Using natural resources GIS information, aerial imagery, and various maps and other data sources to conduct preliminary desktop assessments and analyses; 
  • Coordinating with other units of the Department and other resource agencies to review projects and address concerns affecting project implementation; 
  • Visiting project sites and participating in virtual meetings; 
  • Development of site plans and project maps using ArcGIS software; and 
  • Documenting project reviews, including compilation of comments from resource experts and correspondence with project proponents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Completion of 60 credit hours of college level education in environmental science, natural resource planning, recreation and parks management or public administration.

Experience: One year of experience in natural resources planning, environmental science, or recreation and park management.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Strong knowledge or experience utilizing ArcGIS software for project analysis and site planning;
  • Strong organization, database management, writing and research compilation skills;
  • Knowledge of the principles of park/natural resources planning and the technological, social and economic factors having an effect upon natural resources protection, park management and development;
  • Knowledge of federal, State, regional and local planning concepts, procedures and permitting;
  • Experience working with environmental professionals, planners, and architectural and engineering consultants; and
  • Knowledge of biology, botany, geography and ecology of Maryland and/or knowledge and interest in various aspects of land and natural resource management.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle, UTV or golf cart. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland and five points or fewer on their current driving record. Please note, a provisional driver’s license will not be accepted as the restrictions may interfere with the job requirements.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants selected for employment may undergo an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to: employment reference check, education verification, driving record check (if the position requires employees to drive a vehicle) and a criminal history check including fingerprinting. Should the position you are in consideration for require an employment, driving or criminal history check, continued employment will be contingent on the results.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be considered for this position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Report all education and experience related to the essential functions of this position.

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

Leave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application is strongly preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to: Department of Natural Resources, Human Resources, 580 Taylor Avenue, C-3 Annapolis, MD 21401. The Human Resources Unit is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.

Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application. 

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management at Application.Help@maryland.gov ; ATTN: Recruitment and Examination Division. Please note, standard business hours for the help desk are 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Inquiries made after hours will be reviewed no earlier than the following business day. 

If you need to make adjustments to a submitted application or if you have general inquiries regarding this recruitment, please contact Emilee Knott at Emilee.Knott@maryland.gov. 

Supplemental materials and/or edits to your application will not be accepted once the announcement deadline has passed. Candidates will only be able to submit an application once, so it is extremely important that you are following the application instructions. 

Please provide ample time to complete the application template. If you are having technical difficulties submitting an application on the day of the deadline, it is strongly advised that you complete the JobAps physical application template and hand deliver to DNR - HRS at 580 Taylor Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21401 before 4:30 p.m. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources cannot guarantee that late submissions, as a result of technical difficulties, will be accepted. 

Standard turnaround time to receive an update is 2-3 weeks after an announcement deadline has passed. Please refrain from requesting updates within this timeframe. If more than three weeks have elapsed and no email regarding your application status has been received, it is appropriate to request an update. 

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay 

Candidates with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.


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