SENIOR PLANNING AIDE

   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.   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.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.