Manager of Development Planning

Competition Number: 24026

Job Title: Manager of Development Planning

Department: Development Services

Employment Type: Full-Time Exempt Position

Salary: $107,120 - $121,727 (Pay Band 8)

Posted Date: March 15, 2024, 12:00 am

Closing Date: March 24, 2024, 11:45 pm

Last Modified: March 25, 2024, 5:59 am

Posting: Closed

Status: --

Description:

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Director of Development Services, the Manager of Development Planning is responsible for the review of various development application processes (OCP, zoning, permits, etc); the preparation of planning studies, reports, bylaws, etc. The Manager of Development Planning also prepares and monitors budgets and manages a team of professional Planning staff.

The Successful Candidate Will Have: 

  • Degree in Urban Planning or related discipline
  • Membership, or eligibility for membership, in the Canadian Institute of Planners/ Planning Institute of BC
  • Valid BC Class 5 Drivers License
  • Considerable (7-9 years) experience in the community planning field with management experience and a focus on development approvals
  • Some experience working within a local government
  • Thorough knowledge of the philosophies, principles, and practices of municipal planning, sustainability and design
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation, negotiation, research, problem solving, analytical, and management skills
  • Good office computer skills
  • Ability to be creative and use sound judgment in making planning decisions
  • Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
  • Ability to plan, assign and direct the work of personnel and lead, coach, and motivate staff in a team environment
  • Ability to deal effectively with representatives of government, business and development, the general public, City staff and Council members

COMPLEMENTARY ASSETS:

  • Experience in local government planning

The successful candidate will be required to provide a clear Criminal Record Check.

If you have the qualifications along with the passion to help Courtenay be the most livable City in British Columbia, then submit a resume outlining how you meet the qualifications with a covering letter clearly marked “Application – Manager of Development Planning”. Submit your application online at www.courtenay.ca/jobs no later than March 24, 2024.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those short listed will be contacted.

 

 

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