Senior Land Use Planner

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Assessment accommodation

To be able to manage the number of applicants referred from this process for further assessment, management may choose to use a top-down selection, random selection, cut-off scores or any other additional volume management techniques to determine the number of candidates who will go through the various phases of assessment. If, after the use of these volume management techniques, other needs arise, management may proceed with the evaluation of additional candidates.

Duties

This is an exciting time to join DND. As an innovative, and superior problem solver, you will have an opportunity to support the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and make a major contribution in the development of the largest Real Property portfolio in the country. As part of the real property portfolio planning team, you will lead the development of long-term development plans for CAF bases across Canada; liaise with the Canadian Army, Royal Canadian Navy, Royal Canadian Air Force and other stakeholders to identify and support CAF infrastructure requirements; provide strategic issues and planning advice; and participate in initiatives that promote a sustainable and resilient Real Property portfolio.

Work environment

With the responsibility for a geographic region, the position will provide you with unique experiences that includes spending time at military bases working with multiple stakeholders. This position requires a confident and outgoing individual who thrives in a fast paced environment. The multifaceted aspects of this dynamic work environment involves exercising judgement and working with many competing and changing priorities. Candidates must be adaptable, willing to work under frequent deadlines, and enjoy building relationships with a variety of stakeholders.

We look forward to learning about your experience and achievements and how you can contribute to investments into Defence infrastructure including buildings, land, roads and sewers, and how it manages this infrastructure across Canada. To learn about the rewarding work we are achieving in the Assistant Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Environment team, check us out at: http://www.forces.gc.ca/en/business-infrastructure/index.page Thereby supporting Canada’s Defence Policy: Strong, Secure and Engaged, the long-term defence policy that commits to investments for the CAF, its members, and their families.

Intent of the process

The Department of National Defence (DND) is seeking currently two Senior Land Use Planners of various linguistic profile (English/French essential and Bilingual BBB/BBB). In addition, DND intend to use this process to establish a pool of qualified candidates for future opportunities.

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 5,000 words (maximum) "A covering letter in 5,000 words (maximum) "You will be required to show how you demonstrate the essential qualifications and other qualifications (i.e. Education, Experience and/or Occupational Certification) for the initial screening through your resume and cover letter. Please use the wording of each qualification (Essential and Other) as a header, and then explain in one (1) or two (2) paragraphs, how, where and when (month/year to month/year) you obtained the experience. The resume will be considered a secondary source which could be used to validate the education and experience described in the cover letter. It is not sufficient to only state, in your Cover Letter, that the qualifications are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Rather you must provide concrete examples, which illustrate how you meet each Essential and Other Qualifications. Failure to provide the above information in the format required may result in your application being rejected from the process. Please note that your cover letter may be used to assess the ability to communicate effectively in writing."

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION
Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in landscape architecture or in urban planning, rural planning, community planning or some other specialty relevant to landscape architect and town planner positions.

Note:
The courses for the specialization must be acceptable and must have been taken at a recognized post-secondary institution, but not necessarily within a degree program in the required specialization.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
EX1. Recent * and significant** experience in developing, implementing and managing complex*** land-use or urban planning projects

EX2. Significant ** experience analyzing strategic issues and providing strategic advice and recommendations (both oral and written briefing) to Senior Managers (managers, directors and above) in the area of land-use or urban planning

EX3. Significant ** experience leading teams or working groups in the area of land-use or urban planning

EX4. Experience creating and maintaining networks with different stakeholders such as provinces, municipalities, or other interest groups, etc.

* Recent experience is defined as having performed this function within the past five (5) years

** Significant experience is defined as the depth of experience normally associated with the execution of a diverse range of complex activities for a period of five (5) or more. This includes the extent, depth, complexity and diversity of tasks and cases and the degree of autonomy from those activities. Applicants must clearly demonstrate their roles and responsibilities relating to the experience

*** A complex project is defined as an activity involving multiple stakeholders and dealing effectively with multi-faceted issues (such as environmental or socioeconomic impacts)

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements
English Essential, Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB

Information on language requirements

Second Language Writing Skills Self-Assessment
In order to help you decide if you should apply to a bilingual position, an optional self-assessment of your writing skills in your second official language is available for you to take before completing your application.

For more information, please consult:
Unsupervised Internet Test of Second Language Writing Skills

Knowledge:
K1. Knowledge of land-use planning concepts
K2. Knowledge of federal policy instruments that control the development of Real Property

Abilities:
A1. Written Communication – (Communicating effectively and articulately in writing)
A2. Oral Communication – (Communicating effectively and articulately orally)

Competencies:
C1. Analytical Thinking – (Analyzing and synthesizing information to understand issues, identify options, and support sound decision-making)

C2. Team Work – (Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals)

C3. Results Orientation – (Achieves expected results through the successful and timely completion of activities and delivery of products or services)

C4. Planning and Organizing – (Developing, implementing, evaluating and adjusting plans to reach goals, while ensuring the optimal use of resources)

C5. Relationship Building – (Establishing, sustaining and fostering professional contacts to build, enhance and connect networks for work and negotiation purposes)

C6. Ethics and Values – (Ensuring integrity in personal and organizational practices)

C7. Adaptability – (Adapting in order to work effectively in ambiguous or changing situations, and with diverse individuals and groups)

C8. Initiative – (Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise)

C9. Judgment – (Making decisions involving varied levels of risk and ambiguity)

Operational Requirements:
-Willingness to travel (10 to 12 times per year)
-Willingness to work extended hours, including weekends

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

Asset Education:
AEDU1. Graduation with a Masters degree from a recognized university in land-use planning or urban planning or regional development or rural development

Asset Occupational Certification:
Professional Certification in land-use planning or urban planning

Asset Experience:
AEX1. Experience analyzing municipal zoning plans (including airport zoning) and related bylaws

AEX2. Experience providing technical direction and supervision of employees or students and consultants

AE3. Experience working at a regional level and developing regional plans

AE4. Experience developing training tools and delivering professional training related to land-use planning or urban planning

Degree equivalency

Conditions of employment

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Reliability Security Clearance with the ability to obtain Secret Clearance

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.