Principal Strategic Planner

• Play a key role in Glen Eira’s strategic planning
• Full time, with the availability of flexible part time permanent position
• $103K per annum + Superannuation

About the team
We work in a supportive environment and while there can sometimes be challenges, we encourage each other and take pride in our work. We like discussing how the work we do fits into the bigger policy picture. We value the individual needs of our team members. 

About the role
This role will offer you the unique opportunity to play a key role in guiding the direction of Glen Eira's strategic planning framework and have a significant impact on the way we plan for our community.

You will work across internal departments and external groups to contribute to the delivery of the Work Plan and other City Futures projects.

Further, you will contribute to the development, implementation and review process of strategic land use and development studies, strategies, policies and planning scheme amendments.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing technical reports, briefings and papers on strategic planning initiatives and reforms
• Providing advice to Councillors, officers, and the community in relation to strategic planning issues
• Preparing and evaluating amendments to the Glen Eira Planning Scheme
• Undertaking general studies, planning research surveys, data collection, analysis and presentation of result
• Monitoring new planning developments and concepts from a regional and state perspective and report on suitable changes of strategies policies to Council

What you will bring

• Tertiary qualification in urban planning or related field
• Experience in strategic planning
• Sound knowledge of the Victorian planning system
• Specialist skills in analysis, research, plan and policy development and report writing
• Experience in drafting of planning scheme content in the Victorian planning system
• Sound communication and presentation skills

Interview information
In order to best manage the selection process, all shortlisted candidates will be contacted before 5pm on Monday 6 May 2024, to arrange an interview. The interviews will take place in person or by video conference.

Pre-employment checks
Progressed candidates must undergo pre-employment screening as a standard procedure which will include:

• Providing an Employee Working with Children Check
• Completing a new National Police Record Check
• Undergoing Pre-employment medical assessment
• Providing evidence of right to work in Australia.

Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Position Description

 Principal Strategic Planner - Position Description.pdf

Apply NOW!
All applications must be submitted online by clicking the ‘Apply’ button. As part of your application, you will need to:

• Attach your resume
• Attach a cover letter (no more than one page)

Closing date: Sunday 28 April  at 11.55pm

For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Amanda Haycox, Coordinator Strategy and Place Planning on 03 9524 3*** or email *******@gleneira.vic.gov.au

What’s on offer
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We offer will offer you:

• Hybrid work environment – Average of 3 days in the office (or pro rata) 
• Flexible work options 
• A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed 
• Access to paid training and participation in Council’s extensive Learning and Development programs 
• Reward and recognition programs 
• Comprehensive leave entitlements 
• Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure 

Working at Glen Eira City Council
The City of Glen Eira is a dynamic municipality located within the southeast metropolitan region of Melbourne, approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD. Council provides a range of services to over 155,000 residents from more than 160 cultural backgrounds and over 16,000 businesses.

Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our 1,370 employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality it services.

Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.