Planner 1 - Planning Policy
Location
Rocky View County, AB | Canada
Job description
Key Responsibilities Include:
Position Summary
This is an entry level professional Planning position that requires a high degree of professional responsibility in the development and implementation of planning strategies, statutory documents, and municipal policy. The position also requires a thorough knowledge of related Acts and Regulations and the planning process in Alberta. The Planner primarily works under immediate supervision preparing submissions to Council.
Core Accountabilities
- Interacts with the general public on a continuous basis through telephone and written enquiries as may be required to convey Planning information to citizens and other individuals and groups.
- Reviews, processes and manages non-complex redesignation, subdivision, and development permit files for compliance to policy, regulations, and technical requirements, under the mentorship of the Senior Planner and the Planning Supervisor. File assignment is at a complexity level appropriate to a Planner 1.
- Prepares and presents reports to Council, County Committees, and to appeal boards as required.
- Supports senior colleagues in the monitoring and amendment of the County’s Land Use Bylaw and participates in process improvement projects to benefit the department’s functioning.
- Supports senior colleagues in the preparation of municipal policy plans, including Intermunicipal Development Plans, Municipal Development Plans, and Area Structure Plans.
- Collects a variety of statistical data and prepare reports on topics such as census information, application statistics, etc.
- Monitors and reviews Municipal and Intermunicipal Planning Legislation, policy, processes, plans, and initiatives.
- Work in accordance with the requirements established by the RVC Health and Safety Program and the Alberta OHS Act, Regulation and Code.
- Take reasonable care to protect their health and safety and other persons at or in the vicinity of the worksite while they are working.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Requirements:
Position RequirementsMinimal professional planning experience is acceptable in combination with the completion of Bachelor’s Degree in Planning (or a related field), a demonstrated track record of working collaboratively in a team environment and a record of successfully completed assignments.
- Understands and applies Provincial and Municipal planning policies, legislation, processes, procedures, and Statutory Planning documents.
- Interprets and applies relevant Municipal/Provincial policy to the processing of applications and the development and preparation of planning documents with no major oversights.
- Works independently or as part of a team to seek out and synthesize information resources in a clear and concise fashion in the processing of applications.
- Demonstrates strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Demonstrates knowledge, interpretation, and application of subdivision design, site planning and environmental planning concepts and their applications in a rural environment in the processing of planning applications.
- Works collaboratively with and communicates effectively and positively with other team members, departments, and external municipal and provincial government personnel.
- Possess and exhibit strong skills in presentations to Council, community associations and government departments as required.
- Manages time effectively to juggle multiple deadlines and tasks, and is required to work within irregular and tight time frames.
- Takes initiative to identify and resolve problems with regard to planning applications that may be unique and complex.
- Makes sound decisions by using rational and logical judgment that reflects an understanding of the consequences of decisions.
- Able to work under stressful work conditions and to think and react quickly and effectively to problems that may arise from time to time.
- Flexibility to alternate between technical to philosophical planning responsibilities as required in the task or project.
- Estimates personal level of knowledge and asks for clarification and guidance as necessary.
- Eligibility for CIP (Canadian Institute of Planners) designation is considered an asset.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite.
- Possess a valid class 5 driver’s license.
We thank applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Applications can be submitted online at www.rockyview.ca/careers
Closing Date: March 17, 2024 or until a suitable candidate is found.
Additional Job Information:
Posted Date: Mar 05, 2024
Closing Date: Mar 17, 2024
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