This role performs professional land use planning of a complex nature. Work involves applying specialized knowledge for the design, preparation, and completion of current and long range planning projects, with an emphasis on strategic policy development. The Planner III reviews land use and development applications to ensure compliance with appropriate bylaws, policies, legislation, and regulations, and prepares reports for the Board.
Duties include:
- Draft and implement Official Community Plans, Zoning Bylaws, Development Procedures, and related bylaws and policies in alignment with BC statutes.
- Approve development permits and assist junior planning staff with applications and advice to the public regarding land use inquiries.
- Review and process subdivision, Crown Land, and Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) applications in accordance with applicable legislation and Regional District practices.
- Provide project management for departmental and planning initiatives, including developing project budgets, overseeing tenders, managing timelines and deliverables, and verifying contract expenditures and compliance.
- Understand and interpret provincial legislation that may impact land use planning within the RDKS, and work effectively with external regulatory bodies.
This position will remain open until filled.
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