description
Develop comprehensive plans and programs for use of land and physical facilities of jurisdictions, such as towns, cities, counties, and metropolitan areas.
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details
Currently Employed:
240
Projected Annual Job Openings:
20
Typical Hourly Wage:
$40.97 - $64.76
Typical Annual Salary:
$85,210 - $134,700
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typical training
Typical education needed for entry:
Master's degree
Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation:
No work experience
Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation:
No on-the-job training
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typical job duties
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Design, promote, or administer government plans or policies affecting land use, zoning, public utilities, community facilities, housing, or transportation.
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Advise planning officials on project feasibility, cost-effectiveness, regulatory conformance, or possible alternatives.
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Hold public meetings with government officials, social scientists, lawyers, developers, the public, or special interest groups to formulate, develop, or address issues regarding land use or community plans.
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Create, prepare, or requisition graphic or narrative reports on land use data, including land area maps overlaid with geographic variables, such as population density.
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Mediate community disputes or assist in developing alternative plans or recommendations for programs or projects.
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Recommend approval, denial, or conditional approval of proposals.
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Conduct field investigations, surveys, impact studies, or other research to compile and analyze data on economic, social, regulatory, or physical factors affecting land use.
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Evaluate proposals for infrastructure projects or other development for environmental impact or sustainability.
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Discuss with planning officials the purpose of land use projects, such as transportation, conservation, residential, commercial, industrial, or community use.
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Keep informed about economic or legal issues involved in zoning codes, building codes, or environmental regulations.
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tools & technology
Tools:
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Desktop calculator
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Desktop computers
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Digital camcorders or video cameras
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Digital cameras
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Notebook computers
Technology:
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Computer aided design CAD software
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Data base user interface and query software
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Geographic information system
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Graphics or photo imaging software
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Map creation software
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