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District of Lillooet
Manager of Development Services
Lillooet sits on the banks of the Fraser River, in a beautiful valley rich with agriculture and surrounded by forested mountains. The adjoining valleys host a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Those who choose to live and work here, enjoy a wide variety of outdoor activities, as well as proximity to both Whistler and Kamloops. If you seek mountains of opportunity, where you can build your career and the community, Lillooet awaits!
Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Manager of Development Services is responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing the daily operations of Planning, Development, Economic Development, and Building Permitting services; this includes supervision of a Planning Technician and Building Official. The Manager will also act as the District’s Approving Officer handling statutory duties and subdivision plan approval. The work involves planning and coordinating the annual work programs and budgets and assisting in the development of long-term corporate plans. This position is responsible for providing advice, preparing and presenting reports to Council, and making recommendations for amendments to bylaws, policies, and procedures. This position is often involved in community-changing, complex, and highly sensitive decisions that are the subject of Council, community, and media attention.
This is an exciting time for the District of Lillooet – a time when the Manager will lead high-impact projects such as:
- Lillooet’s Downtown Vitalization Project;
- The District’s Zoning Bylaw Re-Write and Approvals;
- Updating and Implementing Development Processes;
- A Housing Needs Report Update; and,
- An Official Community Plan Update.
The Manager is accountable for safe work practices through their practice of due diligence and their understanding of the role of WorkSafeBC and the statutory and regulatory requirements as they relate to their area of responsibility. Promoting safety through active participation in all aspects of Occupational Health and Safety programs is required, as is regular inspections, safety meetings, investigations, and safety events.
In Lillooet you can enjoy life in a small yet progressive town with exceptional facilities (hospital, schools, recreation centre), and the outdoors is your natural playground. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, where you can directly make change and get exposure to a wide variety of exciting initiatives, then this opportunity is for you.
The annual salary for this position is dependent upon the qualifications, experience, and certifications of the successful candidate but is anticipated to be in the range of $85,000-$90,000. The District offers a flexible work schedule as well as a competitive vacation, professional development, a benefits package, and enrollment in the Municipal Pension Plan.
If you are interested in the challenges this position has to offer to the right candidate, we would like to hear from you. Please apply in confidence by Friday, May 31, 2024 at 4:00 p.m., with a resume and cover letter to:
Joni L’Heureux, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer – [email protected]
A detailed job description can be found at: https://www.lillooet.ca/Municipal-Government/Employment-Opportunities.aspx which outlines in more detail the key accountabilities and qualifications.
We thank all interested individuals for their application for this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Employment Length: Permanent
Education Requirement: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Job Experience: 5 years or more
Rate: $85,000.00 to $90,000.00 Year
