Assembles, organizes, evaluates and presents data for use in planning programs at the local, regional and state levels.
This class is intended for use at the entry level. Employees apply a rudimentary knowledge of planning principles and techniques in support of a professional planning staff.
Assembles and organizes data concerning population, resource, economic, transportation, health, utilities, pollution and law enforcement. Collects relevant data for use in the evaluation and analysis of planning problems. Presents refined data to professional planning staff and/or local, regional or state officials for use in long-range projections. Provides technical and advisory assistance to local, regional and state officials for the implementation of planning program recommendations. Participates in public and private meetings and hearings with local, regional and state officials for the purpose of making recommendations and/or explaining plans.
Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration and planning. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to analyze data and draw appropriate conclusions. Ability to communicate effectively.
An associate degree in urban technology, engineering technology, health planning or a related field and related planning experience. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required planning experience.