QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
- Post-secondary education in Land Use Planning or related disciplines including completion of Bachelor in Planning with GIS Training or Applied Land Use Planning Certificate (ALUP), or a combination of equivalent education and
- Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in municipal government with emphasis on planning and development processes.
- To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform the duties listed above to a high degree of quality, timeliness and precision.
- Knowledge of relevant, provincial and municipal legislation, policies and programs with ability to integrate and utilize knowledge in planning and development projects.
- Strong experience and understanding of community planning practises, principles and procedures, land use planning legislation, land use planning preparation, public participation processes and the ability to integrate and utilize knowledge in rural and urban planning settings.
- Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills to interact with public, staff, Council, and external agencies.
- Excellent conceptual and analytical skills, with strong facilitation and influencing skills.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment and to adapt to a demanding and dynamic work environment.
- Possession of a valid Class 5 driver’s license.
SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Possess a certificate in Land Use Planning.
- Working knowledge of MGA and other legislation pertaining to municipal planning matters in Alberta.
- Working knowledge of Statutory Plans: MDP’s, LUB’s, ASP’s, IDP’s and related municipal legislation including the MGA.
- Must be proficient with GIS mapping programs and be able to adapt and work with GeoMedia and MAPWiz Programs.
- Must have a working knowledge of map reading & navigating throughout the rural municipality.
- Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills to interact with public, staff, Council, and external agencies.
- Excellent conception and analytical skills, with strong facilitation and influencing skills.
- Ability to interact well with and respond to inquiries from all levels of government, as well as other Employees, Management, Council and Ratepayers.
- Familiarity with local government planning and budgets.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
- Proficiency with Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and other Microsoft programs.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and within a team environment and to adapt to a demanding and dynamic work environment.
- Ability to interpret, implement and adhere to organizational policies and procedures.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:
- Extensive use of computer and telephone.
- Long periods of sitting, good lighting, temperature and noise control.
- Minimal physical effort; occasional light lifting.
- Subject to working in an outdoor environment – heat, cold, dry, dusty and / or wet conditions as well as insects, bees and wildlife.
- Use and operation of a vehicle.
- Normal working day consists of 7.5 hours; however occasional overtime may be required.
HEALTH & SAFETY:
- All personnel working at the Municipal District of Greenview are governed by the Municipal District Health & Safety Policy.
- Ensures all operations are conducted in a safe manner and in accordance with Municipal District Policies and Occupational Health & Safety Regulations.
- Required to wear correct Personal Protective Equipment as per safe job procedures.
Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent of this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of the position.
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates may submit cover letter
(stating the position you are applying to) and resume in one of the following ways:
By E-mail:
careers@mdgreenview.ab.ca (please quote the position in the subject line)
Mail or Drop Off: Municipal District of Greenview No. 16
4806 – 36 Ave., Box 1079
Valleyview, Alberta T0H 3N0
Confidential Fax: 780-524-3981
While we truly appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.