IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
In accordance with the Merit System Rules and Regulations, an eligible list, which will be valid for a one-year
period and which will be used to fill vacancies during that period, is being established for this
classification. Applicants on the eligible list will be certified in accordance with the Merit System and appropriate
union contracts.
Candidates may submit online employment applications using the NEOGOV online application system available
at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nccde.
EXAMINATION PROCESS: The examination process for this posting may include an evaluation of training and
experience, a written examination, a computerized exam, an oral board interview examination, a performance
examination or any combination of the above in order to qualify applicants for placement on the eligible list. The
eligible list will be used to fill vacancies that occur within the next year. The appropriate number of names on the
eligible list as prescribed by Merit System Section 26.03.505 will be certified to the hiring department for
consideration to fill the vacant position(s).
New employees are generally hired at the starting salary and may be eligible for merit increases each year upon
receipt of a satisfactory performance evaluation, up to the maximum salary.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Assumes responsibility for one or more planning programs; does related
work as required.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: An employee in this class plans, organizes and directs a small
staff of employees engaged in activities pertaining to the examination of and recommendations concerning
proposed subdivisions, zoning changes, zoning appeals, site plans, social planning, long-range planning studies,
etc.; compiling and analyzing research data and performing related activities. An employee in this class works
under the general supervision of a superior and exercises considerable judgment and independence in technical
planning matters.
EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only)
• Prepares long-range and short-range plans for the County;
• Reviews and analyzes plans and specifications for compliance with County policy and sound planning
principles;
• Designs land development plans within the subdivision regulations of New Castle County;
• Reviews field inspection reports for conformance with zoning and subdivision codes, and confers with
development and licensing on zoning matters;
• Reviews and takes appropriate action on field reports related to planning;
• May assist or participate in the supervision of a division or section;
• Receives general work assignments, schedules their performance and makes general assignments to
subordinates;
• Performs the more difficult planning work and reviews work prepared by subordinates;
• Reports on the progress of work, makes adjustments as necessary in the scheduling of work;
• Prepares or reviews plans and reports;
• Confers with the public and other organizations on matters concerning planning which occasionally
requires speaking to organizations and in individual conferences;
• Chairs meetings of Subdivision Advisory Committee;
• Promotes an ongoing attitude of dedication to excellent public service and ensures that external and
internal customers are provided with the highest quality of service;
• Operates a data processing terminal, personal computer and other related equipment in the course of the
work.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of
planning; thorough knowledge of laws and regulations related to planning and ability to enforce them with firmness
and tact; ability to perform technical research work and to give reliable advice on difficult planning projects; ability
to communicate courteously and effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with subordinates, other agencies and the public; ability to supervise the work of professional
and non-professional assistants; good judgment; ability to pass a Class III County physical examination.
ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: At least three years experience in planning, civil engineering or
architectural work, including at least one year experience at the level of Planner II and possession of a Master's
Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in city, regional, or social planning, civil
engineering or related field; two years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a Master's Degree; or any
equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Please read the document attached for more information