Development Services Manager

POSITION TITLE: Development Services Manager

Reports To

Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)

Job Summary

The Development Services Manager, under the direction of the CAO, oversees Claresholm’s development services, and administers and regulates physical development in the community. The Manager is a member of the senior management team and will be involved in the formulation and execution of the town’s strategic plan and supervises the town’s economic development program to ensure the economic and physical development of the Town proceeds in a coordinated and efficient manner. The Manager provides excellent customer service, and advises Council, staff and the public on development regulations, processes, and statutory plans. The Manager reviews development applications to ensure compliance with provincial legislation and statutory plans. The manager also oversees the Town’s municipal enforcement program and supervises the Peace Officer and/or Bylaw Enforcement Officer.

Job Requirements

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license
• Eligible to work in Canada
• Applied Land Use Planning Certificate or equivalent
• Clean criminal record check
• Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to read and understand maps, survey plans, blue prints, and other graphical development plans.
• High level of proficiency with Windows based computers and Microsoft Office productivity suite
• Ability to respond appropriately in pressure situations with a calm and steady demeanour.
• Familiarity with techniques for interacting with individuals from various socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, in person and over the telephone
• Strong sense of ethics and the ability to handle sensitive or private information with tact and discretion
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work individually as well as part of a team
• Demonstrated time management skills
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability
• Demonstrated ability to be fiscally responsible and suggest cost-saving measures

Work Conditions

• Work requires accuracy and attention to detail
• Heavy visual and mental concentration and periods of prolonged sitting are required
• Occasionally conduct site visits requiring prolonged standing or walking, negotiating obstacles, and bending or stooping
• Occasional travel
• Ability to attend and conduct presentations
• Manual dexterity required to use a desktop computer and peripherals
• Some evening work may be required for meetings; Overtime as required.
• Interaction with other employees and the public

SUPERVISING WORK OF OTHERS

• Bylaw/Municipal Enforcement

• Development Assistant

• Economic Development Staff (Economic Development Officer, Economic Development Coordinator or Assistant, and Community Engagement         Coordinator).

COMPENSATION:

This is a full-time, non-union salaried position, based on 35 hours per week, with a comprehensive benefit package after a successful six (6) month probationary period.

Annual salary is $88,000 to $106,000 based on education and experience

See Town of Claresholm website at www.claresholm.ca for complete job description