Planning Officer

Job type: Full time
Career level: Mid Career
Application close date: 16 May 2024 5-00 pm



We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic individual to fill the position of a Planning Officer Full Time Position.

This position is responsible for the provision of timely and professional planning advice to members of the public and internal customers, including the General Manager, Council officers, the Mayor and Councillors.

To be successful, you will have:-

  1. The Planning Officer should have relevant qualifications and some planning experience.
  2. You will need to demonstrate an understanding of relevant planning issues.
  3. You will need to demonstrate experience interpreting and applying policies and regulations and providing sound technical advice with a high degree of accuracy.
  4. You will need to demonstrate initiative and the ability to achieve desired outcomes while operating in a complex and political environment with conflicting priorities and competing deadlines.
  5. You will need to demonstrate strong stakeholder engagement skills and highly developed communication skills.

Derwent Valley Council is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from multicultural backgrounds and people identifying as LGBTIQ.

We strive to deliver exceptional service and embrace the values of Quality Service, Collaboration, Growth, Integrity and Wellbeing, you will receive a range of benefits and a supportive work environment.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, a National Police Check and pre-employment medical and must have Australian Citizenship or a working employment Visa.

How to apply

Applications can be sent to recruitment@dvc.tas.gov.au or submitted in person to the Council's reception desk.

Please include your resume and covering letter which must also address the selection criteria. Only applications addressing these selection criteria will be accepted. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Applications close 5pm, 16 May 2024

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Executive Manager Development, Laura Ashelford on 03 6261 8520.

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