Senior Development Assessment Officer

Overview

Assess and manage development applications, provide planning advice, and mentor staff.

Key Responsibilities

• team leadership
• project management
• development applications
• planning advice
• report management
• issue identification

Tasks

-Act in the role of Team Leader as required and mentor staff. -Project manage development applications in a time-efficient manner, managing stakeholder expectations and needs in line with Council practices -Step up as Team Leader when needed and lead with confidence. -Provide professional written and verbal planning advice -Mentor and inspire student and junior planners within the team. -Manage and present high-quality written reports -Process development applications and provide top-notch planning advice. -Identify complex development issues and development solutions across a range of development proposals. -Represent Council in external planning forums when required.

Requirements

• appeals
• reports
• town planning
• class c
• drivers licence

What You Bring

-Experience in managing and acting in appeals in the NSW Land and Environment Court. -Strong skills in producing high-quality written reports and submissions. -Degree in Town Planning or a related field. -Current Class C Drivers Licence.

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Benefits

-14 weeks paid parental leave -Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, flu shots, etc.) -Learning and development opportunities -Central Parramatta location (Public transport at our door, discounted parking) -Significant leave benefits (up to 12 days flexi-time, 3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year) -A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid WFH arrangements -Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years

About City Of Parramatta

-A key driver in urban transformation, shaping the future of Western Sydney. -Pioneering in the redevelopment of Parramatta’s CBD, creating a vibrant, accessible city for all. -Engaged in large-scale projects like the Parramatta Light Rail and the Western Sydney Airport. -Focuses on urban planning, transport solutions, and environmental sustainability. -The council's diverse portfolio spans from residential development to economic growth initiatives. -A hub for cultural events, public spaces, and the arts, fostering a lively community atmosphere.

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Security Clearance

-candidate must undergo a criminal history records check. -employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.