About the Department
Under direction performs the more difficult subprofessional
field and office planning work involved in preparing and making
planning surveys, collecting and compiling data, and assisting in
transposing statistical data into visual form; does related work as
required.
NOTE: The definition and examples of work for this title are for
illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title
may not perform all duties listed in this job specification.
Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
Position Duties
Assists in performing the more difficult subprofessional tasks
involved in preparing graphic and written presentations of solutions
developed for particular planning problems.
Assists in performing the more difficult subprofessional tasks
involved in transposing statistical data into form suitable for the
preparation of maps and charts.
Assists in performing the more difficult subprofessional tasks
involved in informing subdividers on procedures and review of
subdivision plans, informing applicants for zoning variances,
compiling data for land acquisition costs, collecting data for zoning
maps, collecting information on land use, calculating acreage for
open land surveys, and making studies of public facilities.
Keeps essential records and files.
Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic
and/or manual recording and computerized information systems used by
the agency, office, or related units.
REQUIREMENTS:
EXPERIENCE:
One (1) year of experience in performing field and office tasks
involved in preparing and conducting planning surveys, collecting and
compiling data, and transposing statistical data into visual form.
NOTE: Satisfactory completion of thirty (30) semester hour
credits in planning course work at an accredited college or
university may be substituted for the required experience.
LICENSE:
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid
in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than
employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of
the position.
Minimum Qualifications
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Knowledge of methods and techniques used in planning work and
of methods used in making arithmetic calculations Knowledge of
the fundamentals of algebra, plane geometry, and trigonometry.
Ability to understand, remember, and carry out written and oral
directions.
Ability to learn quickly from written and oral explanations and from
demonstrations.
Ability to organize assigned field and office work
Ability to follow established work methods.
Ability to keep essential records and files.
Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual
recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or
related units.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English
sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign
Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of
communication.
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as
they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable
accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the
accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the
employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.