Senior Development Officer
Development Services Branch
Planning and Development Services
This position administers Strathcona County’s Land Use Bylaw and provides planning and development expertise and advice to Council, as well as a variety of stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- supervise Development Officers and support staff including assigning duties, reviewing work for accuracy, providing leadership, coaching and performance reviews
- monitor POSSE to ensure effective record management of the development permit and request for letters respecting compliance process
- administer the Land Use Bylaw
- review and make decisions on permits associated with complex development proposals
- provide technical advice and information, analyze feedback, consult with involved parties negotiate alternatives and ensure compliance with regulations
- coordinate the process for letters respecting compliance, review notifications and circulations and communicate decisions regarding development-related matters to applicants and adjacent landowners as well as internal and external stakeholders
- prepare reports and provide representation at Council meetings with respect to development related matters
- conduct site and field inspections to determine compliance with the Land Use Bylaw
- receive and respond to correspondence and information requests; compile documentation and prepare reports
- assist in the preparation of branch policies, processes and procedures
- provide project management for complex and/or special projects
- promote the principles of sustainable development to internal and external stakeholders and customers
Qualifications:
- a planning degree with a minimum of five years’ experience with emphasis on development processes and membership in the Alberta Development Officers Association
- knowledge of applicable federal, provincial and municipal legislation, policies, processes and programs and the ability to interpret and integrate this knowledge into planning and development projects
- the ability to influence outcomes through excellent public relations, communications, interpersonal, facilitation and mediation expertise
- proven supervisory, leadership and team-building skills
The annual salary range is $76,833 to $96,041, working 35 hours per week.
Competition #115-2011 will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
Last updated: Thursday, June 02, 2011
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