Junior Urban Planner / Land Use Services Coordinator

Reporting to the Director of Economic Development, Marketing and Communications, the Junior Urban Planner / Land Use Services Coordinator is responsible for applying urban planning and subdivision regulations, analyzing permit applications, and overseeing activities related to land-use planning. The incumbent also manages the Planning Advisory Committee (PAC), administers the Geographic Information System (GIS), and supervises departmental staff. They work closely with other municipal departments to support planning initiatives and ensure the harmonious development of the territory.

URBAN PLANNING

Planning and Regulation: 

• Participate in the development of land-use and subdivision plans in accordance with municipal, regional, provincial, and federal laws and regulations.
• Analyze and evaluate development projects (subdivisions, planning by-laws) and provide recommendations.
• Conduct research in files and regulations to prepare zoning, subdivision, construction, and urban planning documents.
• Design, update, and manage mapping related to development and planning projects.
• Analyze the fiscal impacts of development projects.

Permits and Compliance:

• Review, approve, or reject submitted legal documents (transfers, leases, mortgages, rights-of-way, or easements).
• Review, approve, or reject land-use permit applications in accordance with applicable planning regulations (zoning, subdivision, construction, deferred widening, etc.).
• Process applications submitted to the Planning Advisory Committee (PAC): variances, conformity reviews, zoning amendments, etc.
• Respond to information requests and issue zoning certificates for residents, developers, and promoters.

Relations and Coordination:

• Assist in and organize PAC meetings.
• Develop and maintain relationships with other municipal departments, public agencies, developers, residents, and government bodies.
• Prepare studies and reports required for the proper functioning of the department.
• Ensure prompt and accurate handling of all internal and external communications.
• Submit monthly and annual reports to the department’s management.
• Manage the municipal by-law on unsightly premises.
• Administer the municipality’s Geographic Information System (GIS).
• Collect and maintain up-to-date urban planning databases.
• Inform management of any significant issues related to the proper administration of public funds.
• Actively contribute to the development of the department’s overall objectives.
• Maintain regular communication with the department’s management and the general management.
• Participate in the administration of the Land Use Services budget.

SUPERVISION / MANAGEMENT

• Supervise departmental staff, including selection, training, and performance evaluation.
• Provide leadership to achieve departmental objectives.
• Perform all tasks in accordance with safe work practices.
• Perform any other related duties assigned by the supervisor, in line with skills, qualifications, and abilities.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in urban planning or a related field, combined with relevant experience in the field.

Professional Associations:

• Member of the Canadian Institute of Planners (MCIP) (an asset).
• Member of the New Brunswick Development Officers Association (NBDOA) (an asset).

Experience and Knowledge:

• 1 to 3 years of experience as an urban planner.
• Good knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) such as MapInfo, ESRI, and database management.
• Knowledge of the Community Planning Act, the Local Governance Act, and municipal regulations will be considered an asset.

Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in French and English, both oral and written.
• Ability to propose clear methods for planning and monitoring projects.
• Strong problem-solving skills related to project implementation.
• Ability to define and manage action plans.
• Ability to present urban planning and sustainable development projects in a structured, logical, and clear manner.

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