Senior Director Land Use Planning

Advance land use planning and community services beside North Saanich’s ocean shoreline as an experienced municipal department leader.
This Director role reports to the Chief Administrative Officer and contributes to the District’s senior management team. You will use judgment, initiative, and conceptual thinking to develop programs and policies affecting Planning and Community Services. The position combines strategic goals, investigations, public communication, and operational leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement departmental programs, policies, and performance standards
Conduct or supervise investigations into social, economic, and physical issues
Present study conclusions and recommendations orally and in writing
Coordinate meetings, public information events, and Committee matters
Help realize North Saanich’s longer-term strategic goals
Requirements:
Six years’ experience in public planning with supervisory experience
Degree in planning or a related discipline
Knowledge of planning, building, bylaw, and contract administration
Understanding of Land Title and Local Government legislation
Negotiation, conflict resolution, leadership, and facilitation training
Use strategic planning judgment, investigation skills, and municipal leadership to guide North Saanich community services.