The fundamental reason this classification exists is to provide advanced analysis of technical data and major project work in the field of city planning. Planners II are responsible for major planning functions or projects requiring combinations of skill in research, analysis, development, presentation or interpretation of concepts and data pertaining to planning and implementation of plans. Some Planners II exercise supervision over field and office personnel engaged in collecting, analyzing and presenting data. Work is performed with general instructions from a supervisor with considerable latitude for independent initiative and judgment.
Work is subject to technical review through the evaluation of reports and through conferences.
A Planner II is distinguished from a Planner I by the size, complexity, creative demands, public relations problems, and independence of performance of assigned projects or functions. General supervision is received from a higher level Planner. Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service. Use graphic instructions such as blueprints, layouts, base maps, or other visual aids. Comprehend and make inferences from written material in the English language such as census data, surveys, previously done studies, or government document reports.