Posted 11 days ago
Development Officer
@ Zagime Anishinabek
Saskatchewan
Overview
Zagime Anishinabek is hiring a full-time Development Officer in its Planning & Development Unit under the Director of Lands and Infrastructure. The role oversees land use and community planning, GIS mapping, infrastructure records and unit budgets, and works with engineers, inspectors and regulatory staff on development permits. The work is mainly office-based with frequent fieldwork and travel, plus occasional evenings and weekends.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee land development, planning, GIS mapping and infrastructure records
- Handle predevelopment inquiries and development and building permit applications
- Coordinate with professional engineers and inspectors
- Prepare recommendations for the Director and Council
- Manage unit budgets and development revenues
Requirements summary:
- Degree or diploma in planning, construction management or related field
- Minimum three years of land planning or project management experience
- Management or supervisory experience
- Knowledge of land development, environmental and regulatory requirements
- Proficiency in CAD, GIS and Microsoft Office
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-26
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-27
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-27
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Administrative |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | evening |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Community Planning, Urban Planning, Municipal Planning, Construction Management |
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Zagime Anishinabek
| Field | Value |
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| Open jobs on Jobsy | 2 |
Description
SUMMARY:The Development Officer works within the Planning & Development Unit under the Director of Lands and Infrastructure. The Officer oversees land use and community planning, GIS mapping, infrastructure records, and unit operations while collaborating with bylaw administrators and regulatory staff to support development in Zagim Anishinabk.
DUTIES:
Monitor and oversee land development, planning, GIS mapping, and infrastructure records.
Serve as the primary contact for predevelopment inquiries, development and building permit applications, and related permitting and certification.
Coordinate with professional engineers and inspectors throughout development projects.
Prepare recommendations on subdivisions, developments, and building permit applications for the Director and Council.
Manage unit budgets and monitor development revenues and expenditures.
Support land development planning with the Director of Lands and Infrastructure.
Assist with community, stakeholder, and partner engagement.
Help establish and maintain a digital land development records system.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Degree or diploma in Community, Urban or Municipal Planning, Construction Management, or a related field.
Minimum three years of experience in project management, land planning, development, or a related field.
Management or supervisory experience.
Knowledge of land and infrastructure development, environmental matters, and regulatory requirements.
Experience working with Indigenous organizations or communities is an asset.
Proficiency in CAD, GIS, and Microsoft Office applications.
SKILLS:
Leadership, team management, and strategic thinking.
Strong problem-solving and organizational abilities.
Ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks and political environments.
Commitment to organizational goals and long-term planning.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Primarily office-based, with frequent fieldwork and travel for meetings.
Occasional evening and weekends
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