Planning & Development Officer

Posted on: Aug 25, 2025

Posted by: Athabasca County

Summary

ROLE OF THE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
Reporting to the Director of Community & Protective Services, the Planning & Development
Officer is responsible for reviewing and making decisions on development permit
applications, providing interpretations and advice on Land Use Bylaw (LUB) regulations to
both internal and external customers, for administering Athabasca County’s Land Use Bylaw,
providing planning and development expertise and advice to a variety of stakeholders, and
for participating and assisting with daily operations and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Provide information and expertise related to development to other departments,
ratepayers, developers, contractors, architects, the general public, and other
municipalities.
Accepting, assessing, and processing applications for development, subdivision,
compliance, information requests and bylaw amendments.
Participate in the development and revision of planning legislation including Land Use
Bylaw, Municipal Development Plan, Inter-Municipal Development Plans, as well as other
plans and planning studies.
Assess and investigate complaints received and follow up appropriately.
Issue orders of compliance pursuant to the Land Use Bylaw and Municipal Government
Act under the direction of the Director of Community & Protective Services.
Attend and deliver presentations to the Municipal Planning Commission, Subdivision and
Development Appeal Board, LPRT, and Council as required.
Attend and participate in open houses and public engagements for the purpose of land
development and plan amendments.
Be familiar with the records retention policy and procedures; ensure all information is
properly marked, organized, and maintained accordingly.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in Land Use Planning or related discipline.
Minimum 1-year related experience working within a municipal government framework.
Familiar with County structure and operations with a knowledge of rural community planning.
Working knowledge of the practices and principles of government legislation, including the Municipal Government Act, the Land Use Bylaw, Municipal Development Plan, and other legislation.
Excellent organizational, planning and time management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills that allow for clear communication of complex matters.
Demonstrated ability to maintain positive public relations with ratepayers and developers. Ability to maintain a high standard of accuracy and attention to detail.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and relevant software programs.
Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered.
Valid Class 5 driver’s license.

Job Type

Full time

Employer Contact

No employer contact listed.

Salary Range

83,000-104,000

Closing Date

September 7, 2025

Posting ID: 33787

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