Supervisor, Development Permitting

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo•Fort McMurray, AB

12d•CA$129,438 - CA$136,834•Onsite

About The Position

The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is one of Canada's most unique and fast-evolving regions — a place where innovative thinking meets real-world impact. Our Planning and Development Division shapes where we live, work and play. Planning & Development at RMWB is more than policies and plans, it’s about creating vibrant, inclusive and sustainable communities. Join a collaborative team that leads long-term strategy, supports development initiatives, and partners with residents and community partners to build our shared future. If you're passionate about smart growth and public service, this is your opportunity to make your mark.

Requirements

Sound knowledge of zoning, municipal bylaws, and provincial planning statutes.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, architectural and site plans, and understand specifications.
Ability to empower people and use innovative approaches in situations involving rapid change, shifting priorities, or simultaneous demands.
Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills, as well as a demonstrated ability to assess situations from a business perspective.
Strong team player with a collaborative approach.
Experience prioritizing workflow, managing projects, and completing time sensitive tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent customer focus with demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with internal customers, external providers, and industry contacts; interacting in a manner that builds trust, confidence, and credibility.
Adherence to administrative directives, policy, and legal requirements with knowledge of equity and inclusion practices and strategies as it relates to municipal programs and initiatives.
Sound, practical judgment using independent decision-making skills, with political awareness and sensitivity.
Submission of a Criminal Record Check.
Degree in Regional and Urban Planning, or another related program is required.
Certified Planner with membership in Canadian Institute of Planners (MCIP) is required.
Five (5) years of experience in a municipal planning environment with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in a leadership/supervisory role.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Urban or Regional Planning is preferred.
Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation with the Alberta Professional Planners Institute is an asset.
Applied Land Use Planning Certificate is an asset.
An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
Experience working in a public sector environment with unionized and non-unionized employees considered an asset.
A valid Class five (5) Operator’s License is an asset.

Responsibilities

Performs supervisory tasks for assigned team members.
Works with team to plan and balance workload.
Ensures teams are managed fairly and consistently and that work processes are followed and coordinated to ensure service levels.
Mentors, coaches, and provides support to staff.
Empowers and develops staff by way of regular feedback, providing development opportunities and technical direction, as well as delegation of responsibilities.
Participates in the continuous research, development, improvement, and implementation of effective departmental strategies, tools, and guidelines based on best practices.
Analyzes the effectiveness of departmental programs and makes suggestions for further improvement.
Provides input to department business plans, initiatives, and budget to ensure continuous achievement of department goals.
Leads other urban and regional planning projects as required.
Supervises development approval process as per provisions of the Land Use Bylaw and the Municipal Government Act.
Negotiates with builders, land developers, and other stakeholders as part of the land development regulatory process.
Supervises preparations of agreements and implementation of statutory plans.
Supervises development of amendments to the Land Use Bylaw.
Develops, maintains, and monitors public consultation process to promote positive relationship building with stakeholders, industry, and Indigenous partners.
Oversees site inspections and enforcement processes and participate in the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board process.