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SalaryThe City of Albany is one of Western Australia's most important and historic regional Cities. The services, facilities and activities that we offer are continually evolving and expanding. As an employee of the City, you can help us to reach our full potential. We employ around 450 staff members and provide an exceptional and committed service to the Community of Albany and we create an environment where every employee has an opportunity to succeed. We are committed to a more diverse workforce and promote diversity and equal opportunity employment.Desired Skills and ExperienceReporting to the Coordinator Planning Services, this role will see you responsible for, but not limited to:
- Facilitating timely and efficient processing of complex and/or significant Development and Subdivision applications;
- Providing expert advice to internal and external customers on various complex planning matters;
- Researching and collaborating with internal departments on identifying placemaking initiatives to foster the improvement of public places;
- Providing support to the development assessments stream; and
- Leading the Development and review of internal processes to ensure assessment of complex and significant applications are continuously efficient.
- Demonstrated experience in supervising and mentoring staff on a technical level;
- Sound knowledge and experience in project management practices;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing;
- Excellent computer skills;
- Excellent time management skills;
- Highly developed negotiation and public relations skills;
- Experience in examining, processing and reporting on development applications, town planning scheme amendments, structure plans and Subdivision applications;
- Possession of a degree qualification in urban and regional planning or equivalent; and
- Fire Protection Association Level 1 Bushfire Assessors Course (desirable).
