Gather, evaluate and graphically present zoning, land use and engineering data for planning purposes.Involves:Design and prepare special maps, posters, land use maps, zoning maps and related material.Compile information and compute plotting data on maps using appropriate color or matching distinctions.Perform update of maps or files.Prepare aerial and map sketches.Calculate land area and acreage from base maps using a planimeter.Develop and maintain geographic information system (GIS) databases of multi-layered maps and relational space data.Perform map digitizing.

Perform land use, case history or other research.Involves:Conduct field investigations.Photograph site locations.Identify land usage.Measure exact distances and prepare sketches of existing problems or proposals.Assist professional planners in compiling information on special studies.Address and/or readdress houses and land.

Depending on area of assignment, as an alternative or in addition to planning related duties, may accept process and review building and planning permits. Involves:Research permit and inspection information as needed. Review applications for completeness and accuracy.Compile, coordinate, and distribute all construction documents to the appropriate authority for review and ultimate approval for permit issuance. Assist customers with permit review application and inspection process to ensure compliance with various codes. Oversee, approve, record and issue permits and licenses.

Provide a variety of support functions.Involves:Assist the public by providing land use, zoning, map copies and other information.Greet customers at counter.Maintain application logs.Establish and maintain files for cases. Prepare documentation for leases, contracts, easements, land sales and maps, as necessary.Order supplies necessary for completion of work.Train users in the operation of GIS software.

Supervise assigned staff as required. Involves: Schedule, assign, instruct, guide and check work. Appraise employee performance. Provide for training and development; enforce personnel rules and regulations, and work behavior standards firmly and impartially. Counsel, motivate and maintain harmony. Interview applicants. Recommend hiring, termination, transfers, discipline, merit pay or other employee status changes. Assist employees in the application of rate structures and computer systems.