Senior Manager, Planning and Development – Lac La Biche County – Lac La Biche, AB

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Senior Manager of Planning and Development is a key contributor to the Senior Management Team. This position is responsible for delivery of a wide range of municipal planning and development services including providing the leadership and management of the planning and development department. The responsibilities include overseeing all aspects of strategic municipal planning, as well as initiating and processing municipal planning proposals involving the interpretation, application, and monitoring of relevant land use planning, subdivision and land development policies and standards in accordance with Council priorities, legislation, and industry practice.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Planning or a related field. Completion of a Master’s Degree is considered an asset.
Full membership with the Canadian Institute of Planners preferred.

Experience:

A minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience including at least three (3) years of progressive supervisory experience, ideally in diverse municipal settings.
Demonstrated effectiveness in developing and maintaining strong relationships with community and commercial/industrial groups.
Knowledge of both urban and rural planning issues.

Competencies:

Recognized leadership ability to motivate, mentor, support and influence a diverse team of staff and create a high performance work environment.
Strong project management and well-developed research, comprehensive report writing, analysis and ability to present results to all levels in the organization.
Working knowledge of corporate budgeting principles and the ability to apply financial and budgetary skills.
Strong organizational, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills.
Good personal mastery and performance as a team player, with proven ability to role model the behaviours associated with a constructive culture and a commitment to health, wellness, and safety.
Ability to apply and function effectively in the work place with demonstrated computer proficiency.
Ability to function effectively in a diverse and fast paced work environment with challenging and often competing priorities.

Salary Range:  130,000 to 163,300
Extensive benefits are offered including Earned Days Off.

Closing Date:
Competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Interested candidates are invited to forward their resume in strict confidence to:

Attention: Human Resources
Lac La Biche County
Box 1679 Lac La Biche, AB T0A 2C0
Fax: 780-623-3510
Email: hr@laclabichecounty.com
Location: Lac La Biche, AB
Profession(s): Planning & Development
Date Posted: Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 3:09:16 PM (PST)
Posting Expires: Friday, June 26, 2015 at 4:30:00 PM (PST)

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