MINJobs posting: Development Planner
Aug 2, 2025
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Development Planner

Organization:
Town of Okotoks
Region:
Alberta
Application deadline:
April 2, 2023
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Type:
Full Time
Category:
Economic development
Description
Reporting to the Community Growth & Investment Manager, the Development Planner is responsible for effectively processing and considering all development related submissions (Land Use Amendments, Development Permit applications and related engineering, landscaping, lighting plans, Development Completion Certificates etc.) 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 policies and practices. As an authorized Development Officer under the Land Use and MPC Bylaws, this role is responsible for:

 

• Review, analyze, conduct site inspections and approve development related submissions, or present them, along with recommendations, to the appropriate approving authority;

• Attend Council, MPC, or SDAB meetings as required regarding development related issues;

• Investigate Land Use Bylaw complaints and take the necessary enforcement action, including compliance follow-up on conditions and amendments according to Land Use Bylaw and Town practices;

 

• Review and approve Certificates of Compliance including variance requests and encroachment/amending agreements;

• Provide information on general inquiries and assistance to applicants;

• Conduct all activities according to OH&S and Town standards;

• Coach and mentor co-workers as required;

• Stay current with legislative and industry changes to traditional practices;

• Complete special projects as required.

Requirements

• A Land Use Planning Certificate

• A degree or diploma in Planning is preferred

• Eligibility for membership in the Alberta Developers Association

• 3-5 years directly related experience, preferably in a municipal environment

• Proven strong oral and written communication, multi-tasking and priority setting skills

• Focus on customer service

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite

Salary & Benefits

• Compensation $88,907-$97,976 annually

• Comprehensive benefit and pension plans

• Career development

• Flexible work schedule

• So much more!

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