As a Planning Technician I, you will deliver vital planning services by reviewing and rendering decisions on minor development permit applications. Working within a dynamic team, you will guide applicants through zoning requirements, resolve inquiries, and write reports for appeal hearings. This role plays a key part in fostering safe, sustainable, and orderly growth across our city.
What will you do?- Review, evaluate, and render decisions on minor development permit applications (such as backyard housing, single/semi-detached homes, and temporary signage) following the Zoning Bylaw and Municipal Government Act
- Process requests for compliance certificates, curb crossing permits, and encroachment agreements in coordination with internal departments
- Research zoning clearances for business licenses and ensure alignment with municipal policies and land use plans
- Prepare written reports and represent decisions at Subdivision and Development Appeal Board hearings when required
- Respond to inquiries from engagement participants, industry professionals, and community partners via phone, email, 311 referrals, and in-person visits
- Provide preliminary file analysis and technical support to Planners on major development applications
Qualifications:- Two-year technical diploma in planning, architecture, or landscape architecture (with a preference for planning or architecture) from a recognized post-secondary institution
- Minimum of 2 years of directly related employment in the planning or architectural technical field
Assets- Experience using municipal development software, such as POSSE, and Google Workspace applications
Skills required for success- Interpretation of blueprints, site plans, building elevations, floor plans, landscape designs, and Real Property Reports
- Application of municipal zoning bylaws, statutory plans (ASPs, NSPs, ARPs), and the Municipal Government Act
- Clear and concise written and verbal communication for diverse technical and non-technical audiences
- Strong conflict resolution, negotiation, and problem-solving skills when addressing complex land-use inquiries
- Effective time management and task prioritization in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Sound decision-making rooted in consistency, impartiality, and sound judgment
- Professionalism and diplomacy when interacting with land developers, consultants, and engagement participants
- Independence in managing daily caseloads while working cohesively within a multi-functional team
- Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( https://bit.ly/4brRrXm )
- Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
Conditions of Employment- Hire is dependent on a Criminal Records Check (CRC) that is satisfactory to the City of Edmonton, and there may be a cost associated with this requirement
- Applicants may be tested
Work Environment- This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52
- The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement, and the incumbent will be notified in advance
- This role works primarily in an indoor setting
- This is a public-facing role and requires engagement and interaction with diverse people from various backgrounds with different needs, expectations and emotional states
Up to 1 temporary full-time position for up to 11 months
Hours of Work: 33.75 hours per week
Salary Range: $41.437 - $52.085 (Hourly)
Recruitment Consultant: JF/SO
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