Land Use Planner

Introduction

The Planning and Delivery Branch of the Department of Public Service Delivery is looking for a skilled and professional individual to fill a Land Use Planner (LP3) position located in Winnipeg. The Manitoba government has a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity leave, family related leave and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and employers).

Training and career development opportunities are also available for employees.
To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form. Complete the application form at the link below or contact Human Resource Services under “Apply to” to request a copy of the application form. The selection board will rely only on information provided in this form to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment.

Note:

You are not required to submit a cover letter, but may be asked to submit a resume, references, or other documentation at a later point if invited for further consideration.
Duties:
Provides senior-level land use planning expertise in support of the provincial school capital program by coordinating with school divisions, municipalities, and private developers. Leads complex planning assignments related to school site selection, zoning, and development approvals to ensure land readiness for the timely construction of new schools delivered through direct managed delivery. Works independently and collaboratively with capital planners, portfolio managers, and project managers to align land readiness activities with provincial land use policies, community growth objectives, and project cash-flow and development timelines.

Qualifications:

Essential:

Post-secondary degree in Urban, Rural, or Regional Planning (preferably at the Master’s level), or a related discipline combined with relevant planning work experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Extensive Experience in land use planning, including review of development plans, zoning by-laws and subdivisions preferably in a public sector or infrastructure context.

Knowledge of land use planning principles, zoning, subdivision regulations, and municipal development processes.

Strong analytical, research, and project management skills.

Ability to work independently and exercise sound professional judgment.

Effective verbal communication skills demonstrating the ability to clearly articulate ideas to a wide range of audiences.

Excellent written communication skills with the ability to write various documents and reports at a professional level to present issues and recommendations.

Strong interpersonal skills that facilitate effective working relationships with colleagues, other departments and clients.

Desired:

Extensive experience working with developers and municipal planning processes.

Familiarity with school capital planning and infrastructure development.

Professional Planner (RPP) designation in Manitoba.

Proficiency in GIS and planning software.

Conditions of Employment:

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Must possess and maintain a valid full stage Manitoba Class 5 driver's license or equivalent

Must be able to travel throughout the Province as required

Must be eligible for membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners

Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check