Development Officer l

Development Officer l
Planning and Development
Full Time/Permanent
Internal/External
Comp # MS-22-23
$27.71- $34.08 Hourly

https://www.wetaskiwin.ca/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=97&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Development-Officer-I-FTPermanent-423

Are you interested in a position that is challenging, rewarding, and focused on providing support for a variety of functions/duties relating to municipal planning and development? If so, we invite you to apply for the Development Officer I position opening!

Under the direction of the Planning and Development Manager (Andrew Chell), this position works to ensure all developments are compliant with the city’s Land Use Bylaw, Municipal Development Plan, council policies, and statutory requirements. The successful candidate would also provide planning, development, and assessment knowledge to a variety of internal and external stakeholders.

This position provides administrative and customer service support with an ability to work independently. The Development Officer I must execute the roles and responsibilities of the Development Authority as authorized by the Municipal Government Act in collaboration with the Development Officer II.

This opportunity offers the following incentives:

Opportunities for growth within the organization.

Discounted (optional) membership to use the Manluk Regional Aquatic and Fitness Centre when not working.

EDO program (flex day).

Employee assistance Program.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Responsibilities:

Development Authority Responsibilities (60%)

Review permit applications for completeness and accuracy.

Issue development permits for permitted and discretionary uses according to the Land Use Bylaw.

Assists with land use and development procedures within the department, such as subdivisions, statutory plan approvals, business licenses, etc.

Advise potential developers and provide responses to public inquiries and referrals.

Receive and follow-up on complaints pertaining to the Land Use Bylaw

Conducts site inspections when required

Recommend revision of policies and bylaws pertaining to Development Services

Assist in preparing agendas for Public Hearings and Open Houses for topics related to Development or Assessment

Maintain professional affiliations and comprehensive current knowledge of applicable legislation, new trends and literature

Office Administration and Support (40%)

Acts as the primary customer service touchpoint for applicants. Answers customer questions and provides advice and assistance as required.

Prepares, organizes indexes and maintains City records, files and documents.

Reviews real property reports for compliance and issue compliance notices accordingly.

Assist in the preparation of the Safety Codes Audits and Annual Reviews.

Assist in preparing information for public hearings and open houses related to development.

Coordinates communication with other City departments where necessary.

Provide information and support to contracted services such as assessor, safety codes inspectors, etc.

Maintain records and accounts associated with the Safety Codes Act and Quality Management Plan.

Input and maintain all information regarding land titles, school support, address changes and sale price questionnaires.

Maintains the Development department web page.

Requirements:

Education and Work Experience

Post-secondary certificate or diploma in Office Administration.

Applied Land Use Planning (ALUP) Certificate or equivalent would be an asset

Membership in the Alberta Development Officer’s Association (ADOA) would be an asset

A minimum of one year of municipal experience and in office administration

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Experienced in writing and editing correspondence and reports

Familiar with the mandate and procedures of the Alberta Safety Codes Council.

Familiar with development approval procedures and regulations under the Municipal Government Act and related legislation.

Familiar with the responsibilities and authority of the Development Authority under the Municipal Government Act

Ability to provide telephone and in-person inquires and reception

Provide information to employees, vendors, and stakeholders

Knowledge and experience with land-use bylaws

Experience with GP Diamond Financial software preferred

Proven customer service and reception skills

Competency with MS Office suite, social media, research methodologies, database programs.

A Class 5 Drivers License and a Driver’s Abstract is required

Close Date: November 6, 2022

The City of Wetaskiwin is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

The personal information submitted pursuant to this advertisement will be utilized for this Employment Opportunity only and is subject to compliance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Applicants are thanked in advance for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Employer Contact:

Name: Human Resources Email: hr@wetaskiwin.ca

Additional Job Information:

Posted Date: June 21, 2022
Closing Date: Nov 06, 2022