Development Officer

The County of Vermilion River is seeking a highly motivated, efficient and outgoing individual to join our safety-oriented team as Development Officer in our Planning & Development Department.

For more information, visit our website: https://www.vermilion-river.com/your_county_and_council/careers.html

A competitive salary and comprehensive municipal benefits package is available. The successful candidate will be required to provide a criminal record check and drivers abstract. We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

Applications clearly marked: "CONFIDENTIAL - DEVELOPMENT OFFICER" can be submitted by Friday, June 11, 2021 to:

Human Resources Manager

County of Vermilion River

4912-50 Avenue, Box 69

Kitscoty, AB T0B 2P0

Email: hr@county24.com

Fax: 780.846.2716

Key Responsibilities Include:

Evaluate development proposals and apply relevant development processes as per policy and legislation

Assist with proposed subdivision applications

Coordinate development permit applications and ensure compliance

Maintain knowledge of legal requirements for development

As the key contact with the public on development matters, be knowledgeable and provide accurate information to developers

Special projects as required (financial, data and information management, records management, etc.)

Customer service is essential; professionalism and effective communication on the phone, using email, and in-person customer care to provide services in a helpful and courteous manner

Prepare written reports, documents, Council agenda items, applications, etc.

Maintain digital and non-digital items such as land titles, road closures, subdivision applications, etc.

Assist the Development authority with enforcement of the Land Use regulations to ensure compliance with the Land Use Bylaw and Development Permit(s).

Adhere to bylaws, policies, regulations and standards.

Requirements:

Alberta Applied Land Use Planning Certificate is required

Post-secondary education in Planning or a related field

An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

Employer Contact:

Name: Human Resources Manager Email: hr@county24.com

Additional Job Information:

Posted Date: June 03, 2021
Closing Date: June 11, 2021