Planner III - San Juan de Terranova, Canada - City of St. John's

Description

Planning, Engineering & Regulatory Services

St. John's is a progressive city with a strong connection to the past and a positive outlook on the future. As one of the oldest cities in North America we have a unique history, but we are also a growing city with the needs and opportunities of a modern urban population. The City of St. John's is committed to recruiting world-class talent and expertise to join our City staff, more than 1200 strong, who provide a vast array of valued services to the residents of St. John's and the metropolitan area. If you are an innovative thinker with a positive attitude and a commitment to quality, we want you to help us make St. John's a city where people want to live and feel they belong.

The Opportunity

To support and guide the Division with present and future planning for land use in St. John's.

Accountabilities

• Develop and/or works with consultants to develop and manage the ongoing interpretation and maintenance of the guidelines;

• Work with developers at conceptual stage to ensure proposals are in keeping with the intent of the Municipal Plan, the Open Space Master Plan, and other guidance documents;

• Participate and lead public consultation with a variety of stakeholders and increases public awareness through design charrettes, information sessions and other means;

• Advise developers on how proposals can be structured to meet requirements;

• Prepare drawings, sketches, computer models, photographs and other illustrations to support the guidelines and standards;

• Conduct surveys and analysis on planning matters under the direction and supervision of the Chief Municipal Planner.

• Compile data, analyzes information, statistics, land-use and servicing information, and formulates proposals and conclusions accordingly.

• Act as the Planning & Development Division representative at various committee meetings.

• Prepare and/or works with consultants to prepare development plans, neighborhood plans and local area concept plans as required;

• Review complex development applications and provides planning comments on same;

• Prepare reports and provides advice on amendments to the St. John's Municipal Plan, the St. John's Development Regulations and other related documents;

• Advise other City employees, developers and the public on zoning and other planning related matters;

The successful applicant will be required to participate in all training programs applicable to this position and other related work. The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Qualifications

Education – High School Diploma. Four (4) Year Bachelor's Degree in: Urban or Regional Planning from an academic program recognized by the Canadian Institute of Planners OR a degree in a related field. Must be an accredited member of the Canadian Institute of Planners (MCIP).

Specific Skills/Certifications –

• Exceptional decision maker who is able to work effectively with minimum supervision to meet deadlines.

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

• Maintains an effective working relationship with staff, developers and the public.

• A working knowledge of computer software (Microsoft Office, ArcGIS and MSGovern) and experience producing 3D graphics are definite assets.

Relevant Experience –

• Seven (7+) years of experience in planning and development.

Working Conditions

• High paced environment with many interruptions that shift priorities daily.

• The position involves mostly office work, including office meetings and public meetings, with some site visits and on-site meetings.

Hours of Work

Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m hours per week)

Applicants must be members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 1289, or should be prepared to join the Union immediately upon appointment.

We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. The City of St. John's does not accept applications in person, by email, fax or mail. Applications will be received up to 12:00 Midnight (Newfoundland Standard Time) on closing date.

This City of St. John's is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the
employment of a qualified workforce which reflects the community's diversity.

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