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SalaryPlanning, Development and Safety Codes Administrator
Permanent Full-time
Start off 2024 on the right foot by joining our Team!
There is no place like Drumheller, and we work hard to keep it that way. Drumheller is a major tourism destination, the Dinosaur Capital of the World, and an amazing economic hub for central Alberta. As a municipality, Drumheller not only encompasses the Town of Drumheller, but also the outlying river valley and its communities from Nacmine to East Coulee.
Our team members enjoy short commute times even in rush hour, free parking and the ability to walk or bike to work, going home for a healthy lunch, as well as comprehensive employee health and wellness benefits.
We are a talented, diverse and customer service focused team that prides itself on transparency along with swift, accurate and thorough communication. We believe in efficiency and human connection. We believe in growing our talent and investing in continuous learning at all levels of the organization. We value loyalty, commitment to getting it right the first time and accountability. Our Team is the core of our community, and we believe in providing the best programs and support for our Team Members.
We are currently seeking a Planning, Development and Safety Codes Administrator to join our Team! Reporting to the Development Officer, this position provides technical and administrative support for Safety Codes, Development and planning.
They are primarily responsible for the entire process of administration for safety code permits and Short-Term Rental (STR) business licenses, supporting the Economic Development Team with the review of development applications, reviewing and recommending changes to MDP, LUB and ASP as well as support for new projects associated with the Town’s housing initiative.
The Planning, Development and Safety Codes Administrator is customer focused, and team spirited, all while being able to make decisions and work independently on the priorities assigned to this role.
Qualifications:
- Grade 12 diploma.
- Completion of at least four courses toward an Accounting, Business Administration, Local Government, Applied Land Use Planning Certificate or equivalent from a recognized college or university.
- Preference will be given to those with experience in land use in a municipal environment.
- Demonstrated ability to work with minimum of supervision.
- Demonstrated time management skills and ability to manage variable work loads, while ensuring deadlines are met.
- Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to compile accurate documentation.
- Proficiency in computer applications, specifically word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.
- Strong verbal & written communication skills.
- Recent working experience or certification of courses in GIS, AutoCAD, and/or Arcview Training would be an asset.
- Completion the Safety Codes Council Permit Issuer's Course or ability to do so within the first 6 months of employment.
- It is expected that the incumbent would engage in taking courses toward an Applied Land Use Planning Certificate.
- Lesser qualified candidates may be considered at a lower classification and wage rate.
Benefits: Participation in the Town’s benefit plan as per the CUPE 4604 Agreement and Town Policy and LAPP pension plan.
Deadline for Applications: December 31st, 2023
Please submit your resume via the CAREERS section on our website.
The Town of Drumheller is an equal opportunity employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace; all candidates who are authorized to work in Canada are welcome to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
