Senior Land Development Technologist

Job Description

Senior Land Development Technologist Competition Number: 25/60Posting Scope: Internal / ExternalPosted Date: March 13, 2025Closing Date: April 3, 2025, 4:30 PM PSTDepartment: Engineering & Public WorksPosting Type: Continuous (Regular Full-Time)Work schedule: Monday to Friday (35 hour work week)Salary: $52.96 per hour, Pay Grade 16Job Code: 4188Employee Group: This is a CUPE Local 50 positionNumber of Vacancies: 1Are you passionate about Land Development? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, progressive, and dynamic environment? The City of Victoria is looking for an experienced individual to join our dedicated team in the role of the Senior Land Development Technologist.In this role, you will be responsible for administering engineering reviews for rezonings, development permits, building permits, subdivisions, and strata titling, while working to deliver a high level of service to both internal and external stakeholders.Our team strives to solve problems proactively, while upholding bylaws and delivering municipal objectives. If this opportunity sounds like a great fit, we look forward to hearing from you!WORK FROM HOME The successful candidate for this posting may be eligible for participation in a hybrid work-from-home arrangement in alignment with the City’s Work from Home Policy. Such arrangements are determined with each employee and subject to change based on operational needs and policy direction.FLEX The successful candidate for this vacancy would participate in a modified work week, earning a flex day off each bi-weekly period by working additional time each day. Modified work weeks established in accordance with the CUPE Local 50 Collective Agreement and are subject to change.POSITION FUNCTION Coordinate the processing of subdivision and strata title applications and legal surveying matters.KEY DUTIES Administer the subdivision and strata-title application process; respond to enquiries from applicants and their agents to explain policy and procedures; compose correspondence to applicants on behalf of the approving officer and prepare reports to other departments and Council regarding subdivision and strata title matters. Coordinate the legal survey and engineering issues regarding the sale of City-owned land; produce and update policies, procedures, regulations, and bylaws. Instruct surveyors and administer legal survey functions by arranging for the survey of city property and preparation of plans by registered land surveyors; draft legal documents regarding statutory rights of way and development, master, and construction agreements; order title searches; review development projects and determine and calculate related costs; coordinate land development projects with outside agencies and other departments; provide input into neighbourhood and official community plans. Maintain legal survey records; prepare, review, and inspect engineering design reports to ensure compliance with City specifications; verify estimates provided by developer’s consultants to establish bonding security values for works and services; provide direction and advice to staff on non-routine construction development and land issues. INDEPENDENCE Work is generated by permit applications or from designated staff. Work is reviewed through reports to supervisor and Approving Officer. Issues such as policy changes or financial matters are discussed with supervisor.WORKING CONDITIONS Physical Effort: Normal.Mental Effort: Meet multiple deadlines (often).Visual/Auditory Effort: Normal.Work Environment: Office.KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES Organize and prioritize work. Understand and apply the principles of land development and legal surveying. Compose and present proposals and policies. Communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Deal with the public with tact and diplomacy. QUALIFICATIONS Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification: Technical School Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology (2 years)Experience: 5 years of related subdivision and legal surveying experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.OTHER: May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.To apply for this opportunity, you will need to create an online profile or log back into our career portal at - only online submissions will be considered. All applications must be submitted online by 4:30 pm on the closing date noted on the posting. Please be prepared to provide proof of qualifications as outlined in your resume.The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become. Individuals who are Indigenous, racialized, immigrants, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, or facing any additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process.If you require assistance, please email us at #J-18808-Ljbffr