Development Officer
1 month ago
ABOUT US
The City of Spruce Grove is a fast growing, dynamic city committed to building and maintaining a fiscally responsible community that serves our residents, attracts visitors, and promotes future growth.
The “Values, We Live By” are accountability, communication, leadership, integrity, and respect while we work towards maintaining a work/play balance.
We are an organization that cares, an organization that is committed to our city and committed to you. The City of Spruce Grove is committed to public service, where everyone feels empowered to contribute their best work. We believe that by working together in a spirit of collaboration and respect, we can achieve great things.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The salary range for this position is: $80,134.60 - $95,258.80.
RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Development Review
- Review and prepare legal documents in support of amending agreements, license to occupy, etc.
- Prepare reports on Development Permit decision appeals for presentation to the Subdivision Development Appeal Board in accordance with the procedures in the MGA.
- Administer the Traffic Bylaw in relation to signs and other appurtenances in the City's road right-of-way.
2. Communication, Customer Experience and Engagement
- Communicate and collaborate with team members, City departments, Provincial departments and key stakeholders as required.
- Provide professional advice, information and feedback related to development and compliance to:
- Ensure understanding by applicants, internal staff or other stakeholders of Land Use Bylaw, Municipal Government Act, as well as pertinent Provincial and City regulations and procedures.
- Inform internal matters related to other City Departments.
- Provide a positive customer experience in all interactions.
- Attend and observe public meetings or open houses facilitated by applicants.
- Attend occasional and regular evening and weekend meetings.
- Ensure consistent, clear and professional written communication and presentations.
3. Development Compliance
- Track, monitor and follow up on development conditions from issued permits to ensure compliance.
- Monitor and track provision of Real Property Reports to ensure compliance.
- Investigate complaints related to development compliance and work with property owners and businesses to achieve compliance using an educate-warn-consequence approach as outlined in City policy and procedures.
4. Other
- Understand and adhere to City policies, procedures and standards, whether written or implied, as amended from time to time.
- Contribute to a positive safety culture by always acting in a safe manner and complying with City safety policies and procedures for staff and contractors.
- Act as a steward of the City's Corporate Culture by following the “Values, We Live By”.
- Perform other job-related duties.
- Back up for Senior Development Officer and Development Planner.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Post secondary one (1) year Certificate in Alberta Land Use Planning or equivalent.
- One (1) year of related experience, preferably in an Alberta municipal setting.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of development and the planning process.
- Knowledge of Municipal Government Act and regulations.
- Knowledge of effective writing techniques.
- Ability to write enforceable conditions and decisions.
- Understanding of land titles instruments.
- Solid communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to review development permits to determine compliance with municipal bylaws and provincial regulations.
- Ability to interpret legal descriptions.
- Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
- Ability to perform analysis and problem solving.
- Ability to quickly learn complex regulations, such as the Municipal Government Act, as well as provincial and municipal policies, procedures and bylaws and understand the interaction and interrelationships between the legislation.
- Ability to be discrete and confidential when dealing with sensitive information, stakeholder concerns and Council matters.
ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:
- Previous experience in processing development permits.
- Eligibility for membership in Alberta Development Officers Association.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Class 5 Driver’s License.
- Must obtain a satisfactory review of a three-year Driver’s Abstract, with a maximum of six demerits.
- Criminal Record Check Clearance.
NEXT STEPS
WHY WORK FOR US?
- Competitive annual salary
- Pension
- Medical & Dental Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Wellness Initiatives
- Work/Life Balance
- Recognized General Holidays
- Leave Options
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Perks
- Positive Work Atmosphere
- Employee Awards
- Volunteer and Fundraising Opportunities
- Professional Development
Company
City of Spruce Grove
Location
Sustainable Growth and Development Services - Planning and Development - Development
Opening Date
Apr 18, 2024 10:00 AM
Closing Date
May 02, 2024 11:59 PM
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