Manager of Development Planning

2 weeks ago


Courtenay, Canada City of Courtenay Full time

**City of Courtenay**:
**Manager of Development Planning**:
**The City**
The City of Courtenay is situated on the east coast of central Vancouver Island, within the traditional lands of the K'ómoks First Nation. Accessible by land, sea or air, Courtenay is a culturally diverse community that offers supernatural beauty at its doorstep. The City (approximate population 28,000) is the urban and cultural hub of the larger community, the Comox Valley (approximate population 72,000).

The City is governed by a Mayor and six Councillors. The City Manager (CAO) is responsible to Council for managing all City operations. Seven departments report to the City Manager including Corporate Services, Development Services, Engineering Services, Financial Services, Public Works Services, Recreation, Culture & Community Services and the Fire Department.

The **Development Services Department** is responsible for overseeing land and development processes within the City of Courtenay. The department is comprised of the following four divisions:

- The Building Services Division is responsible for the implementation and enforcement of provincial building and plumbing codes and municipal bylaws relating to building construction. This division is also responsible for business licensing and administrative support for the Development Services Department.
- The Subdivision and Development Servicing Division is responsible for administration of provincial legislation and municipal bylaws related to subdivision, including the Approving Officer function, and for the administration of municipal bylaws related to servicing new development.
- The Community and Sustainability Planning Division is responsible for the development and administration of plans and policies that guide the future growth and development of the community. These include the Official Community Plan, local area plans and the co-ordination of the planning, development, implementation and monitoring of the climate action strategy, sustainability projects and initiatives both at a corporate and community level.

Our organization's culture is demonstrated by our **Corporate Mission and Core Values**.**

**The Opportunity**
- Degree in Urban Planning or related discipline.
- Membership, or eligibility for membership, in the Canadian Institute of Planners/ Planning Institute of BC
- Valid BC Class 5 Drivers License
- Considerable (7-9 years) experience in the community planning field with management experience and a focus on development approvals.
- Some experience working within a local government.
- Thorough knowledge of the philosophies, principles, and practices of municipal planning, sustainability and design.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation, negotiation, research, problem solving, analytical, and management skills
- Good office computer skills
- Ability to be creative and use sound judgment in making planning decisions
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
- Ability to plan, assign and direct the work of personnel and lead, coach, and motivate staff in a team environment
- Ability to deal effectively with representatives of government, business and development, the general public, City staff and Council members

**COMPLEMENTARY ASSETS**:

- Experience in local government planning

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those short listed will be contacted.

Notice Posted: January 25, 2023
Competition #23016

Education : Bachelor’s degree
Experience : 5 years or more



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