Cowichan Valley Regional District

An opportunity exists for an ambitious professional to join our team as Manager, Development Services and facilitate service delivery to the development community. Do you have a strong understanding of development planning, proven leadership skills, superior communication and interpersonal skills and a track record of working effectively in a public oriented and collaborative working environment? Then we look forward to receiving your application.

Reporting to the General Manager, Land Use Services, the Manager, Development Services coordinates, plans and directs activities related to land use and development in electoral areas; supervises, mentors, and manages the performance of Development Services employees; provides professional planning advice on land use and development related matters to the Board, Committees and Commissions; manages special projects; and builds and maintains effective working relationships with employees, elected officials, government agencies and the public. The Manager Development Services supports the implementation of the Board’s strategic priorities, enhanced service delivery, and effective administration of the Land Use Services Department.

Education/Training
A Graduate degree in Urban or Rural Community Planning, or a related field of study (e.g. Urban Design, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Engineering, Geography, Urban Studies, Environmental Studies, Natural Resources Management, Sustainability, Public Administration).

Experience
A minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible professional land use planning experience, including at least two (2) years in a supervisory or management role, preferably in a BC local government setting.

Occupational Certification
Class 5 BC Driver’s License; Membership or eligibility for membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) and the Planning Institute of British Columbia (PIBC)

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. 

A full job description listing all the job requirements can be viewed online at careers-cvrd.icims.com.

Hours of Work:  This position works 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30-4:30, and may occasionally be required to work evenings and weekends as operationally needed.

Salary: The CVRD offers a competitive salary for this position starting at $108,631.97 (2021 salary), with a comprehensive benefits package including extended health / dental / insurance, paid vacation, pension, and flextime.