Planner - Term

Avanti Software Inc.; City of Cold Lake; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Cold Lake is seeking a Planning & Development professional for a 12-month term in the Planning & Development Department. The role includes addressing urban and suburban planning issues, reviewing studies, preparing statutory plans and bylaws, and delivering reports to City Council, while guiding the public, developers and agencies on planning matters. The wage for this position is $49.20 per hour.

Hours are 35 hours per week, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• RPP designation or membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners.
• Minimum 2 years’ planning experience, municipal preference.
• Strong computer and communication skills.
• Ability to express ideas and build consensus in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Addressing a broad range of urban and suburban planning issues, including the review, research, preparation, and implementation of special planning or design studies, Municipal Development Plans, Statutory Plans, and Land Use Bylaw amendments;
• Facilitating and monitoring subdivision processes for the municipality inclusive of development agreements and land depositions agreements;
• Preparing statutory plans, vision plans, and growth projections for the City;
• Preparing reports and memos to City Council and internal boards on planning and economic development issues;
• Assisting and guiding the public, developers, and agencies on planning matters;
• Providing technical review and assistance on development and inter-municipal matters relating to planning and development;
• Attending meetings, workshops, and conferences to represent the City on planning and economic development issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Consensus building

Customer service

Team collaboration

Confidentiality and professionalism

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

With a population of approximately 17,500, Cold Lake is a city that offers a wealth of excitement, adventure and entertainment for all in any season. Hugging the southern shores of Alberta’s seventh largest lake, this recreational paradise can be accessed in summer and winter through western Canada’s largest inland marina. New housing, excellent educational facilities, a multipurpose recreational facility and a college are just a few of the highlights that truly make Cold Lake a community of choice.

Job Purpose & Responsibilities

This is a 12-month Term position with the Planning & Development Department.

• Addressing a broad range of urban and suburban planning issues, including the review, research, preparation, and implementation of special planning or design studies, Municipal Development Plans, Statutory Plans, and Land Use Bylaw amendments;
• Facilitating and monitoring subdivision processes for the municipality inclusive of development agreements and land depositions agreements;
• Preparing statutory plans, vision plans, and growth projections for the City;
• Preparing reports and memos to City Council and internal boards on planning and economic development issues;
• Assisting and guiding the public, developers, and agencies on planning matters;
• Providing technical review and assistance on development and inter-municipal matters relating to planning and development;
• Attending meetings, workshops, and conferences to represent the City on planning and economic development issues.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning or a related degree, Master’s degree preferred.
• Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation, or membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in planning or related experience, preference given to those with Municipal experience.
• Strong computer and communication skills.
• Ability to express ideas, possess strong problem solving and consensus building skills, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to establish effective working relationships in a multi-disciplinary team environment while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

More Details

The wage for this position is $49.20 per hour. The hours of work are 35 hours per week, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.

This position is within the scope of AUPE Local 118/016, and as such you will be required to adhere to articles contained within the Collective Agreement.