Development Officer; Term

• Pay or shift range: $44.48 CAD to $47.37 CAD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: DEVEL
  001046

Term of Employment

Approximately 6 months

Article 13.05 c) Should an internal applicant be awarded the term position they shall revert to their former position at the expiration of the leave.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Planning, the Development Officer administers the City's Land Use Bylaw by reviewing applications, providing recommendations, and rendering decisions as the appointed Development Authority of the City within the established legislative framework. The role supports residents, builders, and developers throughout the development and building process by offering clear guidance, timely communication, and high-quality customer service.

Duties and Responsibilities

Legislative Interpretation, Compliance & Decision-Making

• Interprets and applies relevant municipal and provincial legislation, including but not limited to the Municipal Government Act (MGA), the Municipal Development Plan (MDP) and the Land Use Bylaw (LUB).
• Supports the on going review, monitoring and implementation of the Land Use Bylaw and other Statutory documents.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable acts, regulations, bylaws, agreements, policies, and procedures for all development activities.
• Reviews, processes, and renders decisions on Development Permit applications in accordance with the Land Use Bylaw and statutory plans.
• Conducts site inspections to confirm compliance with approved plans, permit conditions, and municipal requirements.
• Completes Letters of Compliance in accordance with City Policy.
• Completes Property File reviews as required.
• Prepares Notices of Decision and ensures they are communicated, advertised, and distributed according to legislated requirements.
• Supports compliance efforts in coordination with Bylaw Officers and responds to public concerns regarding ongoing development.

Application Processing & Technical Review

• Reviews and precessed Development Permit in accordance with legisative timing as per the Municipal Governemtn Act.
• Supports the review of Planning Applications, including but not limited to Subdivsion Application and Land Use Byalw Amendments.
• Assists in the preparation and administration of Agreement as required as a condition of development.

Safety Codes Administration & Contract Management

• Administers and oversees the City's Safety Codes Contract with the successful vendor, ensuring full compliance with applicable provincial legislation, City bylaws, and policies.
• Conducts ongoing monitoring, review, and evaluation of Safety Codes services to ensure quality, accuracy, and alignment with municipal expectations.
• Maintains the City's Quality Management Plan.
• Coordinates communication between the City and the contracted Safety Codes Provider to address technical inquiries, service issues, and compliance concerns.
• Facilitates and manages the procurement process for the Safety Codes Contract as required, including preparing documentation, participating in evaluations, and ensuring contractual obligations are met.
• Supports continuous improvement by identifying gaps, recommending updates, and ensuring municipal alignment with evolving Safety Codes regulations and best practices.

Research, Data & Analysis

• Collects, compiles, and analyzes data related to development activity, planning trends, demographic, and land use patterns.
• Facilitates Pre-Development Applications as requested to support and encourage early and trasnparent communciation.
• Conducts research to inform policy updates, bylaw amendments, and…