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Planner II, Facilities Analyst

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Planner II CODE: 6050 SQ/OQ: Optimal Qualified
WORKING TITLE: Planner II, Facilities Analyst GRADE: 24 MONTHS: 12
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: Under direction, conducts a variety of analysis needed to ensure adequate space is available for educational programs and associated administrative functions. On an annual basis, calculates program capacity of schools and provides facilities data for capital improvements program and master plan publications. Facilitates planning committees and prepares space summaries for educational specifications for school construction projects. Ensures adherence to these specifications through involvement in the development of schematic plans and preliminary plans. Attends facility advisory committee meetings concerning feasibility studies and schematic design process. Participates in process for locating or relocating pre-kindergarten, special education, and alternative programs. Evaluates the need for program or space modifications at schools based on educational program requirements. Participates in school boundary processes, roundtable discussions, program location studies, and educational specification meetings to identify and resolve facility planning issues. Work involves coordination with school system administration at all levels including Directors of School Administration, Principals, Department and Office Directors and other MCPS and local government offices.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of planning principles and methods as applied in the setting of a public school system or local government. Knowledge and skill in the use of computer software programs to access and analyze data. Knowledge of the Montgomery County Public School system and its facilities desirable. Ability to conduct research and analyze data, distilling key points and discerning trends. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Ability to present information orally, graphically, and in writing in a clear and succinct manner. Ability to work with citizens in small and large groups as well as by phone and in writing. Excellent human relations skills. Ability to acquire the knowledge and meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors degree required. College course work in planning, research methods, and data analysis. Two or more years experience with educational facility planning in a planning environment applying analytical skills to the interpretation of data and development of plans is required. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: None.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) None.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Frequent evening meetings are required, as well as occasional overtime to meet deadlines.
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Calculates annually the program capacity of schools and summarizes space availability and school facility data, including room uses, for capital budget and master plan publications.

Develops expertise in program space needs and space conditions at schools.

Facilitates planning committees and prepares space summaries for educational specifications for school construction projects.

Responds to requests for facility modifications, analyzing needs in the context of program requirements and utilization factors.

Works closely with project managers and architects to develop and finalize facilities plans, ensuring adherence to the educational specification.

Updates and maintains a facility database.

Participates in the development of the MCPS six-year Capital Improvements Program and Educational Facilities Master Plan.

Coordinates above responsibilities with central school system administrators, school principals, and local government staff.

Understands and applies principles of performance evaluation and professional growth standards for employees.

Performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.
Class Established: 7/97
Date(s) Revised: 6/09, 8/19
Last Reviewed:

This description may be changed at any time.