Job Description

Employment Opportunity

PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

One Year Term Full-Time Position



Lac La Biche County is an organization driven by principles surrounding Excellence, Communication, Safety and Wellness, Collaboration, and Environmental Sustainability. Our employees enjoy the charm of working in the Lakeland Region, away from the hustle and bustle of the big city while still being able to enjoy a diverse, fast paced and fulfilling work environment. Our community is known to be one of the most diverse and unique communities in Alberta. Not only is it rich in history and culture, but it is also surrounded by forests, parks, lakes, and golden sand beaches!



We continuously strive to remain an employer of choice by offering a strong health and safety program, competitive pay, amazing benefits, opportunities for professional development, as well as many wellness initiatives that support a work/life balance. We also take pride in maintaining high standards surrounding equity, diversity, and inclusion in our workplace.

Purpose of the position

The position will be responsible for (but not limited to):

Reviewing applications, issuing development permits, and ensuring proper follow-up, in accordance with planning documents, Land Use Bylaws, and related legislation. Responding to inquiries from the public regarding developments, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders on initiated projects. Conducting research, revising, and providing recommendations on related Bylaws and Policies. Other duties as required.

Want to be a part of our County team:

To be successful in this position, you will come with:

A post secondary diploma in land use planning or related discipline which may include completion of Applied Land Use Planning Certificate (ALUP). Minimum of two years of related experience in municipal planning and development. + An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Membership or eligibility for membership with the Alberta Development Officers Association (ADOA). Excellent interpersonal skills including tact, good judgement, and political sensitivity. Ability to maintain constructive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Excellent conflict resolution skills. Excellent communication skills (oral and written). Ability to effectively provide technical information and advice to all levels within the organization, members of council, customers, members of the public, and stakeholders. Self directed with ability to work cooperatively with others. o Good time and project management skills. o Ability to work with variable work loads and produce timely and accurate documentation. Proficiency in computer applications and software.

If this sounds like you, please submit your cover letter quoting Competition #

40-PDO-25 Planning & Development Officer

and resume to:

Lac La Biche County - Available Careers. Click on the Competition and upload your cover letter and resume through the

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button in the top right corner.

Position details

Salary range: $45.93 to $59.02 hourly One Year Term Full-time Position 35 hours weekly, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Competition Number: 40-PDO-25

Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: Open until suitable candidate is found

Interested? Submit your cover letter quoting Competition #40-PDO-25 Planning & Development Officer and resume at the following link:https://llbc.startdate.ca/#/internal-job-list/alljobs .



Candidates from this competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same classification level within the next 6 months.

We thank all interested applicants; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.