City of Kelowna

Development Planning Manager

Join our dynamic team!

Help create Kelowna as a City of the Future. Our diverse and dynamic team strives to innovate to make things better, work as one team, serve proudly, and lead responsibly. The Development Planning Manager is responsible for providing oversight of planning and subdivision services to the Corporation, the development community, and the general public. This position provides leadership and guidance to a team of planning professionals and support staff generally in a geographic focus area (North, Central, South) in the City of Kelowna. Central to this role is subject matter expertise, as it relates to development application processing for complex files, training and coaching of new staff, and project management of special assignments, such as zoning bylaw and/or policy updates.

This position will provide high quality information and reports, options, analysis, and recommendations that lead to innovative and balanced solutions with consensus. The area manager will effectively oversee work programs, budgets, and where applicable, consultants to achieve excellent customer service, strong team building, and efficient workload management.

You will need a combination of education and experience that includes a master’s degree in Community Planning or a related field; with eligibility to become a registered Canadian planner. Working knowledge of British Columbian or Canadian planning legislation and experience involving a broad range of projects within an urban and rural municipality is an asset. Experience dealing with Intermunicipal or Regional Committees and Boards is an asset. Experience in sustainability, environmental management, urban economics and /or urban design would be an asset. Considerable knowledge of the policies, objectives and legislation related to land use development and control. You are a proven leader, have excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to establish and develop effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. 

Live, work and play in one of Canada’s fastest growing cities. Kelowna boasts miles of lake access, public areas and outdoor recreation opportunities, a vibrant downtown and cultural scene, healthy and connected neighborhoods, and a world-renowned College and University. You’re only a quick link to the world via the Kelowna International Airport.  

Grow your career in an organization that supports employee work-life balance and career and professional development. This exempt position offers a salary range of $113,200 to $132,000 employer-paid comprehensive benefits, an earned day off program, paid vacation and one of Canada’s top pension plans.

The City of Kelowna is committed to being an organization that values and reflects its community’s diverse population, and to fostering an equitable, inclusive, and progressive work environment where everyone can be their authentic self and feels a sense of belonging.

For further information or to apply, please check our website at www.kelowna.ca/careers

Applications must be received by the end of day February 2nd, 2025.

Applicants not contacted within three weeks of the closing date are thanked for their interest.