Development Manager - Planning

Position Type: Permanent Full Time
Bi-weekly Working Hours: 70 hours bi-weekly
Shift/Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Planning and Development Services, Development Planning
COLA: Bi-Weekly - $480
Posting Type: Internal and External
~ The Municipality offers a competitive compensation package, including an attractive base salary, excellent benefits, retirement plans, and more. The Supervisor, Development Permitting is responsible for providing guidance and support to identify land use development issues that will impact the Municipality. The incumbent leads a team and sets priorities in developing, implementing, and evaluating statutory plans, policies, and procedures to facilitate development related economic activity in the region. This role will work collaboratively with all departments in the Planning and Development division to streamline steps and processes to optimize customer satisfaction and increase operational efficiency. Employee Development: Empowers and develops staff by way of regular feedback, providing development opportunities and technical direction, as well as delegation of responsibilities.
Research and Implementation : Participates in the continuous research, development, improvement, and implementation of effective departmental strategies, tools, and guidelines based on best practices. Leads other urban and regional planning projects as required.
Supervises development approval process as per provisions of the Land Use Bylaw and the Municipal Government Act. Negotiates with builders, land developers, and other stakeholders as part of the land development regulatory process. Supervises preparations of agreements and implementation of statutory plans. Supervises development of amendments to the Land Use Bylaw. Develops, maintains, and monitors public consultation process to promote positive relationship building with stakeholders, industry, and Indigenous partners. Oversees site inspections and enforcement processes and participate in the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board process.
Sound knowledge of zoning, municipal bylaws, and provincial planning statutes.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, architectural and site plans, and understand specifications.
Ability to empower people and use innovative approaches in situations involving rapid change, shifting priorities, or simultaneous demands.
Experience prioritizing workflow, managing projects, and completing time sensitive tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent customer focus with demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with internal customers, external providers, and industry contacts; Adherence to administrative directives, policy, and legal requirements with knowledge of equity and inclusion practices and strategies as it relates to municipal programs and initiatives.
Degree in Regional and Urban Planning, or another related program is required.
Master’s degree in Urban or Regional Planning is preferred.
Certified Planner with membership in Canadian Institute of Planners (MCIP) is required and Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation with the Alberta Professional Planners Institute is an asset.
Applied Land Use Planning Certificate is an asset.
An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
Five (5) years of experience in a municipal planning environment with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in a leadership/supervisory role.
Experience working in a public sector environment with unionized and non-unionized employees considered an asset.
Criminal Record Check
Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s Licence is an asset.
Works in an oftentimes fast paced office environment, with occasional site inspections and visits. The incumbent must be flexible to perform duties after regular hours and on weekends as required.
As an employee of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, the incumbent is responsible and accountable for knowing and working in accordance with the organization’s Occupational Health and Safety Administrative Directive. As per section 2 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the incumbent shall ensure while in the employ of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo the health and safety of employees, contractors, and the public. As such the employee is required to obtain additional safety training in accordance with municipal procedures and directives.
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