Director, Rezoning centre
City of Vancouver’s Planning, Urban Design, and Sustainability Department is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Director, Rezoning centre. City of Vancouver’s Planning, Urban Design, and Sustainability Department focuses on guiding the city’s growth and development while promoting sustainability and livability. It oversees urban planning, zoning regulations, and development initiatives. Positioned as a crucial municipal department, it ensures responsible urban growth and preservation of Vancouver’s unique character. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: City of Vancouver
Department: Planning, Urban Design and Sustainability (1275)
Position: Director, Rezoning centre
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $168137.00 to $221241.00 yearly
Employment Type: Regular/Full Time
Affiliation: Senior Exempt
Location: 453 W 12th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1V4, Canada
Requisition ID: 40721
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have educational qualifications such as Master’s Degree in Urban Planning or a related discipline
Experience: Candidates should have 10 to 15 years of progressively responsible planning, project management, supervisory and related experience
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have demonstrated experience in public involvement, problem-solving, consensus building, facilitation, negotiation, and mediation – with diverse groups, individuals, and interest groups
- The candidates should possess effective leadership skills, including the ability to inspire, motivate, coach, and mentor a large and diverse team of professional and technical staff
- The candidates should have a combination of strategic leadership skills and thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and tools of Urban Planning with demonstrated experience in effectively integrating land use economics and housing policy with urban design principles and sustainability elements
- The candidates should have ability to effectively manage a large caseload of high-profile projects with aggressive schedules and deadlines
- The candidates should have extensive experience with zoning regulations and land use policy and have worked in a large, complex, matrix organization, and have experience in public involvement, problem-solving, consensus building, facilitation, negotiation, and mediation with diverse groups, individuals, and interest groups
- The candidates should prioritize fostering collaboration with other divisions and departments for success in this role
- The candidates should possess excellent communication skills, including the ability to deliver clear, concise reports and presentations on complex technical and policy issues to various audiences, from the general public to major community and business groups, City Council, and the media
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to build on our history of bold and thoughtful city planning, as we currently have an exciting opportunity within Planning, Urban Design, and Sustainability (PDS)
- The candidates should be able to report to the General Manager of PDS, leading the Rezoning Division consisting of approximately 37 professional staff
- The candidates should be able to provide management expertise to ensure that planning programs and projects are developed and carried out to deliver effective results within established timelines and resources
- The candidates should be able to engage effectively with the public and stakeholders, including working closely with the development industry, landowners, and neighborhoods, to ensure successful implementation of work
- The candidates should be able to represent the Division, Department, and/or City on various committees and present reports and information directly to the City Manager, City Council, and Council Committees
- The candidates should be able to function as part of the Senior Management Team in PDS and serve as a division head within the Current Planning function along with Development Planning
- The candidates should be able to exercise considerable judgment in developing work programs, supervising staff (unionized and non-unionized) and consultants, and managing complex projects in consultation with City Council, other departments, agencies, the private sector, and the public, due to the political and controversial nature of the work
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!