Skills Necessary for the Position:
The Planner must possess the following skills and abilities:
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and public relations skills in order to communicate effectively and diplomatically with the public, elected officials and external stakeholders and developers.
- Exceptional project management skills.
- Demonstrated work ethic, can-do attitude and the desire to learn and be part of a team.
- Sound judgement and decision-making, effective problem-solving abilities, time management, above average organizational skills are required.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, some adobe applications and familiar with GIS applications such as Arcview.
Qualifications/Education and/or Experience:
- Graduated from a recognized Post-Secondary Educational Institution in Planning or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience undertaking a planning role with experience in policy and statutory plan development.
- Provisional membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners.
- Broad understanding of Provincial and Municipal land use and Planning legislation.
- Valid class 5 Driver’s Licence.
To view a full copy of this opportunity, please visit www.foothillscountyab.ca and click on Careers.
Candidates who meet the qualifications should submit their resumes and cover letters to the following address:
Human Resources
Foothills County
Box 5605, 309 Macleod Trail
High River, Alberta T1V 1M7
Email: opportunities@foothillscountyab.ca
This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected.
We appreciate all applicants' interest; however, please be advised that only those selected for interviews will be notified. Additionally, the selected candidate will be subject to a criminal record check.
Foothills County offers a competitive salary, a defined benefit pension plan and superior group insurance benefits.
