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Director of Planning and Development Services
We have an amazing opportunity for a Director of Planning and Development Services to shape the future of the Town of High Level. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the Director of Planning and Development Services will provide professional leadership and direction for the Town’s planning and development functions, guiding statutory planning, land use regulation and development approvals while advancing Council’s strategic priorities.
The Director will oversee key initiatives, including housing development, downtown revitalization and intermunicipal planning, while leading a small team and collaborating with external planning consultants. The Director will also serve as an advisor to the CAO and Council, offering expert guidance on planning policies, bylaws and development matters, and fostering strong relationships with regional partners, provincial agencies, developers and residents.
The Town of High Level is a vibrant northern community of approximately 4,000 residents, serving as the regional service and trading centre for a surrounding population of more than 30,000 people. Located in the northwest corner of Alberta, High Level is strategically positioned at the intersection of Highways 35 and 58, providing critical access to northern industries and communities.
The Town is recognized as a hub for healthcare, education, retail, construction, transportation, and resource development. Its strategic location and regional role provide unique opportunities and challenges for municipal service delivery, including protective and emergency services.
Vision
High Level, an inclusive and vibrant community, with a strong and resilient economy that offers an active and healthy lifestyle.
Mission
We foster a thriving community that enhances our quality of life through sustainable planning, economic prosperity, and inclusion.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and prepare the development of Municipal Development Plans, Land Use Bylaws, Area Structure Plans, Area Redevelopment Plans, and related amendments.
Process, review and/or provide comments on applications for plans of subdivision, amendments to Land Use Bylaws, development permits and related matters.
Oversee planning and special projects or studies related to population, land use, development trends, municipal zoning, parks and recreation zoning and location, environmental, economic development, strategic planning, and related matters.
Respond to research requests and inquiries from municipalities, academic institutions, and other levels of government.
Develop and/or revise policies and regulations for municipal planning documents and as required, prepare associated reports.
Create, oversee, and maintain agreements with developers and tenants leasing Town-owned land.
Lead, facilitate and develop reports on in‑person, virtual and online public and stakeholder engagement activities related to planning initiatives, special projects, and Bylaw amendments as required.
Develop and manage planning‑related spatial and inventory datasets (e.g. civic addressing, roadway, dwelling, infrastructure, land leases, temporary accommodations, and attribute feature data for asset management system).
Development Control
Responsible for the administration of the Land Use Bylaw.
Supervise the Community Planner and Development Clerk in the execution of their urban planning and development duties (i.e., Land Use Bylaw amendments, Municipal Development Planning, GIS functions and mapping, urban and economic development).
Ensure applications for development and safety codes permits are processed in a timely manner while ensuring compliance with provincial statutes and regulations, the Land Use Bylaw and associated development regulations.
Assist applicants with completing required development applications, including preparation of all required information.
Issue application notices, decisions, and permit approvals on permitted and discretionary use development applications.
Monitor development, planning and safety code educational requirements and arrange for required training.
Human Resource Management
Provide leadership and…
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