Planning And Development Officer

Description:

The Planning and Development Officer plays a crucial role in overseeing and administering the municipality's Development Plan and Zoning By-law in compliance with the Planning Act, Municipal Act, and related municipal bylaws. The role involves managing large-scale development projects such as multi-lot subdivisions, multi-family, and mixed-use developments from the application stage through to construction. The ideal candidate will have a university degree in planning, public administration, or a related field, though equivalent experience in land use planning or development will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer the Development Plan and Zoning By-law as required by relevant legislation.

• Process planning applications including conditional uses, variance orders, and development permits.

• Handle initial planning inquiries (phone calls, emails, and walk-ins).

• Oversee the preparation and mailing of public hearing notices and coordinate publication in local media and on the Municipal website.

• Prepare reports to Council and provide recommendations on subdivisions, by-law amendments, variance orders, and conditional use applications.

• Manage large development projects from the application stage to construction.

• Prepare Council Meeting agendas and provide support at Council and Planning Committee meetings.

• Coordinate with the building department on zoning and land use reviews for building permits.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• University degree in planning, public administration, or a related field (equivalent experience will also be considered).

• Minimum 3-5 years of direct planning & development experience, ideally in a municipal setting.

• Working knowledge of GIS and its applications in planning.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe InDesign (optional).

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to interpret and apply municipal by-laws and provincial legislation.

• Bilingual (English and French) is an asset.

• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel for meetings.

Unique Position Requirements:

• Flexibility to attend evening meetings as needed.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proactive approach to tasks and responsibilities.