An employee in this class is responsible for a major phase of a statewide, long-range planning program. This responsibility extends to establishing project goals within the framework of a state plan and coordinating the activities of consultants, planning groups, and government agencies at all levels. Supervisory responsibility includes assigning and controlling the work of subordinate professional and technical staff, training employees, effectively recommending hiring and disciplinary actions, and conducting performance evaluations.
Assignments are general in nature and afford wide opportunity for program development.
Advises local officials, planning staff, and organizations on planning needs and procedures. Supervises professional and technical staff in the development of a major phase of a statewide, long-range planning program. Assists in the formulation of planning programs and projects personnel and financial requirements. Reviews the progress of state and local planning activities in a program area, makes appropriate recommendations, and coordinates such efforts with the overall plan. Consolidates all planning activities and incorporates them into a major portion of a comprehensive, statewide plan.