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Development Control Coordinator

  • Conception Bay South, NL, Canada

Pay: From $38.58 per hour · Full-time

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Pay: From $38.58 per hour
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Full-time
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Working hours
40 hours per week
Posting language
English
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UNIONIZED POSITION

Permanent Full-Time – 40 hours per week

Description Of Work

This is a responsible position that ensures the compatibility of all new development as well as its compliance with regulations, objectives and planning strategies.

The position requires an in-depth knowledge of the Town’s Municipal Plan and Development Regulations along with other policies and regulations of the Town and their application to all building and development activity and proposals. The incumbent is responsible for reviewing all applications for new residential, commercial/industrial development for the purpose of assuring compliance with municipal requirements. The incumbent is responsible for preparing reports and documents for consideration of Council with respect to development proposals.

The position will frequently be a front line of contact with the public and requires the incumbent to employ diplomacy and tact, as well as the ability to deal professionally with the public.

Qualifications And Experience

  • Graduation from university with a degree in Planning or a related field with a minimum of two years’ experience directly related to land use planning or development control, or any equivalent combination of experience and training acceptable to the Town. Course work in geographic information systems, drafting design, statistics, urban geography, sociology and economics would be an asset.
  • Experience in a municipal or local government environment.
  • Knowledge of regulatory processes as it pertains to zoning and development applications is required.
  • Knowledge of relevant provincial and municipal legislation, policies and programs with ability to integrate and utilize knowledge in planning and development projects.
  • Experience with appearing and giving evidence before administrative tribunals and appeal hearings under authority of the Urban and Rural Planning Act, 2000 is an asset.
  • Excellent organizational, communication and report-writing skills and demonstrated ability to deal with the public in a courteous and efficient manner.
  • Ability to work independently and within a team environment and to adapt to a demanding and dynamic work environment.
  • Strong experience and understanding of community planning practices, principles and procedures, land use planning legislation, land use planning and preparation, public engagement processes and the ability to integrate and utilize knowledge in rural and urban planning settings.

Applications must include a copy of official educational documents confirming education requirements and references. The successful applicant must provide an acceptable Certificate of Conduct and Drivers Abstract prior to commencement.

COMPENSATION: As per Collective Agreement

COMPETITION NUMBER: CBS-26-41

  • Please reference the competition number on your application.

CLOSING DATE: Friday, November 6, 2026 at 4:30 PM

SUBMIT TO: jobs@conceptionbaysouth.ca or apply online using the link below.

The Town of Conception Bay South is an equal opportunity employer.

We thank you for your interest, however only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: From $38.58 per hour

Benefits

  • Company pension
  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • On-site parking
  • Wellness program

Work Location: In person
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Responsibilities

Review residential, commercial, and industrial development applications to ensure compliance with municipal requirements, planning strategies, and applicable regulations. Prepare reports and documents for Council and serve as a professional, diplomatic point of contact for the public on development matters.

Requirements

Requires a university degree in planning or a related field and at least two years of directly related land-use planning or development-control experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Candidates need knowledge of planning legislation and regulatory processes, strong communication and report-writing skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively; tribunal experience and relevant coursework are assets.

Skills

  • Land Use Planning
  • Development Control
  • Municipal Planning
  • Zoning and Development Applications
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Provincial and Municipal Legislation
  • Community Planning
  • Geographic Information Systems
  • Report Writing
  • Public Engagement
  • Public Relations
  • Communication
  • Organization
  • Tribunal and Appeal Hearings
  • Independent and Teamwork
  • Drafting Design

Benefits

  • Company Pension
  • Dental Care
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • On-Site Parking
  • Wellness Program

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Categories

  • Government & Public Sector
  • Administrative

Keywords

  • Land Use Planning
  • Development Control
  • Municipal Plan
  • Development Regulations
  • Zoning
  • Development Applications
  • Residential Development
  • Commercial Development
  • Industrial Development
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Planning Strategies
  • Provincial Legislation
  • Municipal Legislation
  • Community Planning
  • Rural Planning
  • Urban Planning
  • Geographic Information Systems
  • Drafting Design
  • Public Engagement
  • Council Reports
  • Report Writing
  • Administrative Tribunals
  • Appeal Hearings
  • Urban and Rural Planning Act, 2000
  • Municipal Government

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