Municipal Planner and Development Officer

Are you a professional with a drive to work in a place where your contributions matter? Do you want to be part of a small and efficient organization where you can have an immediate impact on planning outcomes? We have the right job for you! The Eastern District Planning Commission serves two Towns (Antigonish, Port Hawkesbury) and four rural municipalities (Counties of Antigonish, Inverness, Richmond and Victoria) in one of the most scenic parts of Atlantic Canada. We are presently accepting applications for the position of: Municipal Planner and Development Officer.

A working knowledge of the Nova Scotia land planning process (including the administration of a subdivision by-law), the Municipal Government Act, and software associated with a planning office is therefore essential for this position. The successful candidate will join a small team of professionals in helping to shape better communities in our area. Within months from your employment start, you will begin presenting planning files to municipal committees and Councils. Working for six municipalities at the same time, presents a variety of interesting files and you can expect an engaging work environment.

As a member of our team, under the supervision of the Director of Planning, the successful candidate will be a professional who can take initiative and work independently while keeping the rest of the team updated; someone who will perform a variety of tasks related to the provision of long and short-term policy and regulatory advice to our Municipal Councils as well as administering these documents by issuing approvals. Specific duties include responding to public inquiries; attending community, committee and council meetings; reviewing and preparing amendments to existing Municipal Planning Strategies and Land Use By-laws; and reviewing applications and issuing approvals.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a combination of planning experience and education which will have prepared them for the challenges of working with minimal supervision and with significant control over their schedule. Membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners is preferred. Must have a valid drivers' license in good standing and the use of a personal vehicle. The salary range for this position is $61,200 to $79,560, commensurate to experience. Resumes including a cover letter will be received until 4:30 p.m., Friday December 6, 2024.

John Bain, Director
Eastern District Planning Commission
606 Reeves Street, Unit 3
Port Hawkesbury, NS B9A 2R7
www.edpc.ca