Planner Ii

The Planner II is a member of a professional planning team working within a multi-disciplinary environment, which is accountable for the delegated responsibility of decision making and problem resolution. The Planner II works with front-facing, e-mail and telephone customers daily and conducts reviews and renders decisions on Development Permit applications in accordance with the Zoning Bylaw, including statutory plans and relevant legislation.

What will you do?

• Provide information and advice to front facing customers through the Development process
• Respond to inquiries, either directly or referred to by the Program Manager, which are usually complex, political or may draw media attention, from a variety of sources
• Provide advice and mentor to Planner I’s, Planning Technician staff, including zoning regulation interpretations, and development review intake and review procedures
• Review and render decisions on a variety of development permit proposals that may be more difficult and complex, based upon the understanding of zoning regulations, statutory plans, Provincial legislation, and established planning principles. This may include commercial, industrial, and residential development proposals
• Problem resolution - balancing and resolving a range of often conflicting interests and goals (i.e. City interests, interests of the public, and of applicants). This includes negotiating with applicants to achieve City policies and objectives resulting in high standards of development
• Project manage the development review process for assigned development permit applications
• Liaise with and coordinate development reviews with other civic departments and outside agencies
• Conduct site analysis inspections as required
• Participate with Planner II's and Program Managers in providing commentary of proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendments as it relates to successful implementation
• Contribute and participate in ongoing process improvement meetings and committees as required
• Perform other related duties

• University Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Architecture or a related field
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in development approvals, with a focus on residential and/or commercial projects, is required

Assets:

• Membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners, or Alberta Development Officers Association is preferred
• Architectural design experience and Supervisory skill

Skills required for success:

• Requires the extensive knowledge of the Edmonton Zoning Bylaw, statutory regulations, Municipal Government Act, Area Structure Plans, Neighbourhood Structure Plans, Area Redevelopment Plan and policies as it relates to development planning
• Demonstrated supervisory capacity- Mentor and coach Planner I’s and Planner Technicians in their work
• The ability to manage and organize projects, multitask and prioritize work due to heavy work loads and tight timelines
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• The ability to use computerized information management programs is mandatory
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and read blueprint layouts plans, landscape plans, survey plans, and Real Property Reports

Work Environment:

• This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52
• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance
• Alignment to our Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity and Inclusion Framework
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments
• Alignment to our Leadership Competencies
• Applicants may be tested

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits.

Up to 3 permanent full-time positions

Hours of Work: 33.75 per week

Salary Range: $51.171 - $65.301 (Hourly); $90,150.510 - $115,044.040 (Annually)

Talent Acquisition Consultant: AS/MM

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.