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Our Values

Respect Honesty Commitment Courage

Values only become meaningful when they are translated into behaviours that people engage in and others can observe. They are the cornerstone of ‘walking the talk’.

1. Purpose 1.1 Primary functions

Undertake complex planning process and mentor planning officers in accordance to statutory requirements set out in the provisions of Legislation, Local Planning Schemes, Residential Design Codes, Local and State Planning Policies / Strategies, and Council's Strategic plan, customer service charter, budget provisions and delegations.

1.2 Community strategic goals

Position Title: Senior Planning Officer Directorate: Sustainable Development

Reports to: Coordinator Statutory Planning

Date effective: September 2019

Agreement Level: EBA Level 6/7

Position no: PLA03

Goal 1: Valuing the natural environment

Goal 2: Welcoming and inclusive communities

Goal 3: Managing growth sustainably

Goal 4: Vibrant and diverse economy

Goal 5: Effective leadership and governance

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1.3 Key functions and duties

Key functions Specific duties % Time

Mentoring Assist planning officers with professional development through providing assistance and guidance with planning issues.

Co-ordinate inter-departmental project teams, consultants, public consultation programs, and other resources as required.

Identifying new initiatives and opportunities for projects and policies in implementing sustainable planning.

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Statutory Planning Determine complex development applications in a manner consistent with Council's Local Planning Scheme and other planning controls in accordance with Council delegations, policy and strategic plan, as required.

Provide high level advice and expertise to internal and external stakeholders in relation to statutory planning issues, including subdivision. Prepare reports for Council on complex statutory planning matters.

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Strategic Planning Assist in reviewing and amending Council’s Town Planning Scheme and other planning controls in accordance with Council strategic plan objectives.

Provide advice to government agencies, and internal and external stakeholders on a range of planning related matters.

Provide strategic planning comment in the assessment of development applications in accordance with relevant legislation and planning documents.

Apply problem solving through technical policies and procedures.

Review and update existing polices.

Identify, investigate and assist in attracting project funding and other opportunities which might arise to advance the objectives and other initiatives of the Shire.

Prepare project budgets and operate within budgetary constraints using a high level of judgement and autonomy.

Commission /assist or manage the co-ordination of consultancies, projects and studies relevant to strategic planning or projects.

Coordinate inter-departmental project teams, consultants, public consultation programs and other resources as part of strategic planning projects.

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Planning Advice and Information

Provide support to community groups regarding land use planning to ensure appropriate levels of consultation are achieved.

Represent the interests and objectives of Council to Local, State and Federal government authorities and agencies.

Provide an intermediary role between the Shire and the community, taking into account the needs of both parties, for issues involving planning and sustainable development.

Provide written and verbal advice to the public, internal departments and government agencies on land use planning matters.

Provide complex written and verbal advice to the public, internal departments and government agencies on land use planning matters.

Coordinate meetings with internal and external stakeholders.

Negotiate and resolve operational issues/ problems/conflicts through effective communication.

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Compliance and Appeals Participate in the planning appeals process through the provision of expert advice at mediation and hearings.

Prepare statements of evidence to support the appeals process.

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Represent the Shire as the primary point of contact in mediation.

Assist Council solicitors in legal action where relating to planning. Undertake compliance monitoring and participate in compliance action in

accordance with adopted Shire procedures.

General

Work in accordance with the Shire’s defined Equal Opportunity and Anti-discrimination legislation, procedures & principles;

Work in accordance with the Shire’s defined Occupational Safety and Health legislation, procedures and principles;

Adhere to the Shire’s Code of Conduct, policies and management practices as amended from time to time;

Contribute to the attainment and development of strategic plan outcomes, strategies and actions; and

Ensure all duties as directed by the Chief Executive Officer are fully undertaken.

2. Extent of Authority Under the limited direction of the Chief Executive Officer and as delegated from time-to-time, the incumbent has authority to act within predetermined guidelines, policies, procedures, predetermined budgetary limits and expenditure and in accordance with the statutory provisions of the Local Government Act 1995 and other relevant legislation. Delegated authority in accordance with the following:

2.1 Authorisations Register - Authorisations to sign documents

3. Relationships 3.1 Responsible to

Coordinator Statutory Planning 3.2 Responsible for

Nil 3.3 Internal Stakeholders

Manager Planning Director Sustainable Development Employees

3.4 External Stakeholders

General Public Local Community Groups Public Utilities and Authorities Consultants and other professionals State and Federal Ministerial Departments Local Governments

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4. Position Selection Criteria

4.1 Position essentials

A degree and experience relevant to urban and regional planning.

Extensive knowledge and experience of strategic planning process and practices and the relevant statutory framework.

Sound knowledge of sustainable development principles and experience in preparing and implementing sustainable development outcomes.

Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to develop, coordinate and manage projects and resources effectively to achieve quality and timely outcomes.

Highly developed interpersonal, consultation, negotiation and communication skills.

Demonstrated effective analytical, problem solving and investigative skills with the ability to demonstrate a clear understanding of the principles of ecologically sustainable development and their implications for local and regional land use planning

Proven ability to manage the development, implementation and review of strategic planning reports/policies/projects.

Demonstrated office management skills including sound keyboard skills and intermediate Microsoft Office applications

4.2 Position desirables

Current Driving Licence.

Demonstrated application of sustainability principles and the triple bottom line within an organisation.

Demonstrated experience to provide specialist expertise/advice relevant to local and regional land use planning, and research of land use planning issues, including experience in community consultation and engagement.

Understanding of land transaction and management processes as they relate to Local Government.

Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems.

5. Parties

Present Occupant Name: Signature: Date: Reporting Officer Name: Signature: Date: