Development Officer

Posted on: Jun 11, 2025

Posted by: County of Wetaskiwin

Summary

Reporting to the Director of Planning & Development, the Development Officer shall undertake and complete all assigned tasks and responsibilities with minimal supervision and at a decision making level. This position requires considerable interaction with the public, developers and regulatory agencies. The Development Officer shall be able to complete the tasks and responsibilities with direct liaison with department directors and outside agencies. Familiarization with all department functions is critical to ensure support is also provided to those positions from time to time. Hours of work are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or as required.

Key Responsibilities

Must have post secondary education in land use planning, a related field or several years experience in a municipal planning and development setting. Also, have a willingness to pursue further education such as an Applied Land Use Planning Certificate.
Experience in both urban and rural planning environment is preferred
Eligibility for membership in the Alberta Development Officers Association (ADOA) or the Alberta Professional Planners Institute (APPI)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to maintain a professional and positive image while working with internal and external customers and residents
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to demonstrate a high standard of thoroughness, accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of the job
Ability to work independently while advancing multiple concurrent and competing projects, tasks, and initiatives
Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of relevant legislation, with the ability to apply legislation, policies and programs to planning and development projects
Advanced knowledge of development permitting and land use compliance
Be able to conduct site inspections.
Hold a Class 5 license with an exemplary driver’s abstract.
Computer literacy is required with knowledge using MS Office applications.

Requirements

Confirm that all incoming application submissions meet the requirements, and all relevant information is submitted
Determine and assign appropriate land use classification, ensure applicable regulations are met or applicable variance documentation is submitted
Manage the application review process ensuring files are processed in a timely and efficient manner
Circulate, when legislated, relevant information to internal/external stakeholder agencies seeking feedback on proposed development or resubmissions
Review and prepare development notifications and circulations to affected landowners and provide responses related to land use matters
Interpret and apply the Land Use Bylaw during the review and decision process of development permit applications and statements respecting compliance
Analyze, review and make decisions on development permits with varying complexity in an urban and rural environment (serviced/un-serviced land) including project-based development
Conduct site inspections related to proposed development and subsequent inspections to ensure completion and compliance of development permit conditions
Investigate inquiries and complaints regarding compliance with the Land Use Bylaw
Provide information and interpretation of development permit decisions and/or Stop Orders to Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB) hearings for the purpose of representing the regulations and policies of Wetaskiwin County
Provide information, interpretation, and direction regarding applicable Land Use Bylaw regulations, policies and processes to the development industry and general public
Provide department technical expertise and maintain relationships with development industry

Job Type

Full Time

Employer Contact

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Salary Range

No salary range listed.

Closing Date

June 26, 2025

Posting ID: 32700

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