Urban and Regional Planners
Develop comprehensive plans and programs for use of land and physical facilities of jurisdictions, such as towns, cities, counties, and metropolitan areas.
Education & Training
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How AI Impacts Each Task
19 tasks analyzed
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.
Design, promote, or administer government plans or policies affecting land use, zoning, public utilities, community facilities, housing, or transportation.
Advise planning officials on project feasibility, cost-effectiveness, regulatory conformance, or possible alternatives.
Discuss with planning officials the purpose of land use projects, such as transportation, conservation, residential, commercial, industrial, or community use.
Recommend approval, denial, or conditional approval of proposals.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. | - | - | 8% |
| Design, promote, or administer government plans or policies affecting land use, zoning, public utilities, community facilities, housing, or transportation. | - | - | 8% |
| Advise planning officials on project feasibility, cost-effectiveness, regulatory conformance, or possible alternatives. | - | - | 7% |
| Discuss with planning officials the purpose of land use projects, such as transportation, conservation, residential, commercial, industrial, or community use. | - | - | 6% |
| Recommend approval, denial, or conditional approval of proposals. | - | - | 6% |
Essential Soft Skills
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Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$83,720
per year
Mean Wage
$89,730
per year
Employment
43K
workers
Wage Range
$55,590 - $128,550
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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