Job Order Detail

Description

The Planner 1 is responsible for Development Officer duties and general community and land use planning for the City of Moose Jaw.

This position will perform the following duties:
-    review Development Permit Applications for compliance
-    review and prepare responses to development proposals involving various land use planning matters, review complex development submissions and provide advice
-    respond to project inquiries and prepare correspondence to the general public regarding the Zoning Bylaw or Official Community Plan
-    liaison and consult with city departments, Provincial/Federal agencies, professional consultants/contractors, development/business industry and the public on pertinent planning and development issues
-    assist in the preparation, presentation and maintenance of plans, policies, bylaws and regulatory proposals; assist in enforcement of bylaws related to planning and development
-    assist in the preparation and presentation of technical reports pertaining to Rezoning, Discretionary Use, Development Appeals Board, subdivision proposals and related planning matters
-    conduct special studies and special projects related to land use policy and land development
-    provide professional and technical support

Qualified applicants will possess:
-    University Degree in Regional Urban Planning or a directly related field
-    eligibility for membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners and the Saskatchewan Professional Planners Institute
-    valid Class 5 driver's license and use of personal vehicle for work purposes
-    familiar with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
-    knowledge of the principles, standards and practices related to urban planning and land development
-    knowledge of related municipal bylaws, provincial legislation and regulations
-    ability to communicate effectively in research and report writing, including presentation skills for public meetings