Development Officer

The City of Camrose is seeking a highly motivated, energetic and reliable individual to fill the full-time permanent role of Development Officer. Reporting to the Manager of Planning & Development, this position will be responsible for reviewing and processing a variety of multi-unit residential, commercial, and industrial development permits. Communication and relationship building with customers is a critical responsibility to ensure development decisions are fair, equitable, and consistent. 

FUNCTIONS/DUTIES (but not limited to): 

• Liaise with the development and building community, providing guidance on municipal bylaws and regulations to support the development compliance and facilitate the development process.
• Review and process a wide range of residential development permit applications including single-detached dwellings, accessory detached dwelling units, duplexes, secondary suites, and multi-unit residential developments or as directed by the Manager of Planning & Development.
• Review and process commercial, industrial, institutional, and mixed-use development permits and additions.
• Provide guidance, training, coaching, and supervision to technical and support staff in a collaborative team environment.
• Process business licenses, file searches, and related permits and licenses.
• Complete the review of compliance certificates, accessory structure permits, deck permits, driveway extensions and other related permits and licenses, as directed.
• Respond to public inquiries and concerns related to land use planning and development.
• Conduct property inspections as it relates to performance deposits and development securities. Notes and follows up on complaints/non-compliance.
• Responsible for interpreting the Addressing Policy and developing and approving addressing memorandums. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Completion of post-secondary technical school program in municipal planning (e.g. Applied Land Use Certificate), or educational/work equivalent.
• Membership or eligibility for the Alberta Development Officer’s Association is considered an asset.
• Minimum two (2) years’ professional experience.
• Ability to understand file history, Land Titles Spin II, and document registry.
• General knowledge of planning, building, engineering, and construction terms and applications.
• Experience in cloud-based permitting and licensing applications would be an asset.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Exceptional customer service and public relation skills to effectively maintain professional relationships and communications with co-workers, internal customers and the public.
• Strong time management and data input/tracking skills related to current planning initiatives.
• General knowledge of municipal advertising and public communication (print, web, and social media).
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and provision of a personal vehicle for undertaking duties associated with City’s business.

HOURS OF WORK: Hours of work are typically 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. 

SALARY & BENEFITS: The City of Camrose offers competitive salary, attractive benefits, and a positive work environment. The starting salary for this position will be dependent upon the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. 
 

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