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JOB DESCRIPTION

Land Development Technologist

Department: Planning and Subdivision Date: August 28th, 2017

Reports to:

Subdivision

Director of Planning and Approved by Administrator

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OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Director of Planning and Subdivision, the Land Development Technologist is part of the

team which oversees subdivision and land development within the Municipality. This position is required

to perform a combination of office and field work pertaining to land development and subdivision related

construction. The main focus of this position is to facilitate land development and process subdivision

applications. This is a semi-professional position that requires technical knowledge of Planning, Civil

Engineering and legislation that applies to land development and subdivision.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

• Carries out the detailed review and processing of subdivision and development applications;

evaluates and processes subdivision applications by considering and ensuring compliance with

the Provincial legislation and Municipal bylaws and policies; and assesses the suitability of land

for the intended use.

• Ensures and certifies to the Approving Officer that all technical, legal and financial conditions are

met prior to subdivision approval.

• Identifies the measures required to protect the environment, and evaluates servicing or road

requirements identified in relevant bylaws and respective schedules.

• Consults and negotiates with developers, land owners, engineers, architects, staff and community

agencies to ensure the new development proposal complies with the relevant legislation, bylaws

and various policies and procedures.

• Assists the Director of Planning and Subdivision and the Approving Officer with resolving conflicts

among neighbours, developers, agencies, City departments and other stakeholders, related to

subdivision and land development.

2nd Floor • 877 Goldstream Avenue • Langford, BC Canada • V9B 2X8

T • 250-478-7882 F • 250-391-3437

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• Reviews technical reports, test results and engineering drawings dealing with various engineering

related matters and coordinates the approval of development proposals based on this review.

• Prepares material for presentation to Council, committees and others; prepares, designs,

implements and facilitates public involvement programs.

• Evaluates and coordinates the approval of cost estimates to complete works and services for

private sector development for the purpose of establishing security deposits.

• Performs other duties as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Thorough knowledge of BC Provincial statutes and regulations concerning the subdivision of land,

and an understanding of Municipal bylaws and policies related to subdivision design and

development.

• Thorough knowledge of municipal planning especially with community planning issues as it relates

to land development and subdivision design.

• Thorough knowledge of land use designs and community planning principles, practices,

techniques and methods as they relate to the work performed, current trends and developments.

• Sound working knowledge of survey and civil engineering practices, municipal utility design, and

construction practices.

• Ability to meet and deal effectively with people and ability to present views and ideas effectively.

• Ability to prioritize and delegate work to subordinates performing clerical and technical planning

work, and to perform all duties with minimal supervision.

• Ability to exercise independent action and judgment.

• Ability to write clear concise reports and correspondence.

• Ability to work varied hours as necessary to meet the requirements for attending Committee and

Council meetings.

• Strong problem solving skills, including the capacity to take the initiative in seeking innovative

solutions, negotiating and conflict resolution skills for working with applicants, the development

community and the general public.

• Strong planning and organizational skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to use persuasive diplomacy

when recommending, clarifying or negotiating issues.

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• Proficient computer skills with word processing programs (such as Word); with spreadsheet

programs (such as Excel); and with database management programs (such as Access).

• Basic computer skills with GIS systems.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, (minimum 2 year program) from a recognized institute

in North America or equivalent.

• Minimum five years in the Civil Engineering field and preferably two years minimum experience

in municipal sector.

• Possession of a valid Class 5 British Columbia Driver's License.

• Eligibility for membership with ASTTBC as an Applied Science Technologist (AScT) preferred.