Urban Planner

The Town of Okotoks is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Urban Planner to join our Community Growth & Investment (CGI) team for an 18-month term.

• Process and consider all development-related submissions received by the Town from clients within the parameters of the Municipal Government Act, Municipal Development Plan, Land Use Bylaw, area structure plans, outline plans, and other Town policy and practices.
• Ensure compatibility of planning proposals with relevant provincial and municipal statutory requirements.
• Assist in reviewing statutory plan amendments, municipal planning and development, transportation, engineering, environmental, and parks issues, including site design and compliance.
• Act as a key contact and planning facilitator with internal stakeholders, land developers, consultants, stakeholders, and the general public.
• Assignment and revision of municipal addressing.
• Conduct site inspections as required.
• Attend Council, Municipal Planning Commission, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board meetings with respect to development-related submissions as required.
• Conduct activities according to OH&S and Town standards.
• Ensure records management complies with Town RMS Policy.
• Coach, mentor, cross-train, and provide back-up to team members as needed.
• Ad hoc projects as assigned.

• Job Posting ID: 1624NP
• Hours of Work: 37.5
• Number of Openings: 1
• Standby Rotation Required: No
• Police Record Check Required: No
• Police Record Check including vulnerable sector Required: No
• Driver's Abstract Required: No

• Benefit plans
• Career development
• Competitive salary
• Flexible work schedule
• Hybrid work environment

• Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.
• A typical way to qualify is to have equivalency to related degree, preferably in Planning, Urban Design, or related discipline, plus:
• APPI Regulated members required or preferred; Eligible for membership in the Canadian or Alberta Institute of Planners.
• 3 or more years related work experience representing continuous learning and career progression.
• Equivalency of education and experience may be considered.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong customer service aptitude.
• Attention to detail, time management.
• Team player and collaboration.
• Discretion and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience with Cityworks or similar software will be considered an asset.