Planner Policy and Development
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Job Description
THE OPPORTUNITY
We have an exciting opportunity for Planner Policy and Development to join the City of Lloydminster (AB). As the Planner Policy and Development you will provide planning knowledge and expertise related to statutory planning community development and regional planning.
This position oversees the interpretation of relevant planning legislation along with the evaluation of complex land use planning issues to ensure that growth and development is planned and managed for current and future generations.
THE ORGANIZATION
Lloydminster is a vibrant and growing community which offers the comfort of the rural lifestyle to approximately 32000 people with the convenience of urban amenities.
Recently ranked among one of the fastestgrowing communities in Canada the City takes pride in the extraordinary sense of community. The Citys natural cultural and recreational opportunities reflect the diversity of the region allowing people of all backgrounds to explore their interests. Lloydminster is proud of their unique biprovincial status.
For more information please visit their website at
RESPONSIBILITIES
Planning & Development
- Collects compiles and analyzes data and information pertaining to land use planning.
- Complies with and ensures Municipal compliance with Acts Regulations bylaws agreements policies and procedures.
- Works with various internal and external stakeholders with regard to current and future development projects.
- Facilitates Area Structure Plan Applications Subdivision Applications Land Use Amendments and Development Permits. Reviews all applications to ensure compliance with pertinent planning legislation statutory requirements and bylaws.
- Works independently and as part of departmental and interdepartmental teams on the preparation of major studies plans and policy proposals for recommendation to senior staff administration and Council.
- Prepares reports and recommendations to the Subdivision and Development Appeals Board (SDAB) as necessary.
- Supports Intermunicipal Relations with the Citys partners on the Alberta and Saskatchewan side of the border.
Research
- Provides evidencebased research to necessary internal departments.
- Reviews capital planning projects related to: servicing storm water systems road access density requirements noise etc.
- Conducts research on relevant planning matters; prepares qualitative and quantitative analysis to inform policy recommendations.
- Performs research related to land use zoning subdivision design control economics demographics urban development parks and recreation public services utilities environmental and social matters.
Communication
- Communicates with internal departments and external stakeholders.
- Assists to provide problemsolving support to the general public developers builders and their agents regarding inquiries for developments building permits as well as planning and development control matters.
- Follows up with landowners firms and consultants related to public inquiries.
- Uses creative techniques to ensure the meaningful and timely involvement and outreach to the community regarding planning studies and projects including the community at large regional neighborhoods individuals interest groups and other stakeholders.
Other
- Responds to requests for information from the public developers consultants and staff.
- Attends evening and weekend meetings (as required).
- Provides planning resource support to intermunicipal planning committees.
- Other related duties from time to time as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A Bachelors degree from an accredited Institution in Planning is preferred or a related field with a minimum of two years of experience in the planning profession.
- APPI and/or Canadian Institute of Planners regulated members are preferred (RPP Certified or Candidate membership is preferred).
- Thorough knowledge of planning principles legislation legal requirements and best practices within the planning discipline with a total business understanding of the various functions related to the preparation and adoption of land use bylaws as well as the processing of subdivision applications and development permits.
- A valid Class 5 Drivers License registered in Alberta or Saskatchewan with an acceptable Drivers Abstract is required. This position may be required to operate a municipal vehicle for business purposes.
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Able to work independently concisely and accurately with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Effective analytical and critical systems thinking skills.
- Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel Word and PowerPoint.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the public staff and external agencies providing courteous and effective support.
- Ability to communicate effectively with strong written listening and presentation skills that promote understanding and clarity in a respectful manner.
- Oriented selfstarter with strong motivational skills.
- Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities to bring projects to completion using sound judgment initiative and creativity in a fastpaced politically sensitive environment with minimal supervision.
- Strong project management ability.
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT
JESSE JACOBSON T: 587.453.4242 E:
Employment Type
Full-Time
