Community Planner

6 months ago

Cranbrook, Canada City of Cranbrook Full time

**Career Opportunity**

**Community Planner**
**Engineering and Development Services
**Big things are happening in the City of Cranbrook, the Basecamp of the Kootenays**
Affordable living with a mix of small-town culture and big city amenities in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the
City of Cranbrook is experiencing a time of great growth and great change. We are seeking to add enthusiastic
and capable professionals to our team that will be at the leading edge of many challenging and exciting
opportunities. New initiatives including Official Community Plan, Downtown Revitalization Master Plan, Active
Transportation Plan, Tourism Master Plan, and Infrastructure Master Plans have set the stage for decades of
unique projects that can define your career.

**The City of Cranbrook is looking for a talented planning professional to join our Engineering**
**and Development Services team. We want to invest in your career so you can invest and play in**
**our community, so grab your gear and Choose Cranbrook.**

**POSTING # POSTING TYPE POSITION TYPE HOURS OF WORK**
23-33 Exempt** **Full-time 35-hour work week

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Under the direction of the Manager of Planning, the responsibilities of the Community Planners will include
planning and community vibrancy initiatives. This includes analysis of development proposals, meeting with
objectives of the Municipality. Ideally, applicants will have experience/exposure working in a local government
setting, knowledge of the Local Government Act, and other related legislation, and be skilled in the preparation
and presentation of reports and submissions

**BENEFITS**
This position offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, which includes:

- Three (3) weeks of vacation to start, in addition to statutory days off throughout the year
- Twelve (12) days available for sick leave
- Flexible work week
- Performance-based salary progression
- Extended health, dental and vision coverage as well as critical illness and more
- A Wellness Allowance
- Employee assistance program
- Employer matching pension plan through Municipal Pension Plan (MPP)
- Continued support for your professional development and growth

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**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:
Zoning Bylaw amendments, Development Permits, Development Variance Permits, Temporary Use
Permits, Referrals.)
- Prepare and present reports to Council and Committees.
- Supports in the preparation and implementation of long-range planning projects and community plans.
- Assists with implementation of community vibrancy initiatives including Downtown Revitalization, Active
- Transportation, Tourism, and Economic Development.- drafts Preliminary Layout Approval documents as required.- Prepares and/or reviews bylaws, agreements, policies and procedures as it applies to the functions of
- the Engineering & Development Services Department.- Assists in preparation of reports for Senior Management and for Council consideration.
- Has a good understanding of the Local Government Act and Community Charter and remains abreast of
- legislative changes which may impact current or established projects, City policies and procedures.- Maintains liaison with a variety of internal and external stakeholders and clients and provides advice,
- direction and assistance within established City policy and guidelines.- Respond to inquiries and provides information and assistance to developers, contractors, consultants,

business officials, and the public on matters or issues related to the Engineering & Development
Services Department.

**ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS**
**EDUCATION**
- University Degree in a planning related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience

**LICENSES / CERTIFICATES**:

- Valid Class five (5) Driver’s Licence.- Membership or eligible for membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners

**EXPERIENCE**:

- Three to five (3-5) years’ experience working in a local government setting- Progressively responsible professional planning experience with an emphasis on development and policy

planning

**SPECIFIC SKILLS**
- Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and objectives of municipal planning.
- Thorough knowledge of Local Government Act, related planning legislation, planning policies, bylaws
- and regulatory requirements.- Excellent knowledge of and experience with a wide range of public consultation and facilitation methods.
- Outstanding interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong commitment to teamwork.
- Knowledge of current trends and developments in the area of work assigned.
- Ability to deal tactfully on political issues and present professional recommendations and advice for
- committee and Council consideration.- Ability to understand and respond to legal opinions and government policy documents.
- Skill in preparing and presenting comprehensive plans, reports and submissions.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, primarily Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

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