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City of Iqaluit

Municipal government for Nunavut's capital

Urbaniste

Urban PlanningConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeIqaluit, NU, CanadaIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A university degree in urban planning and regional planning or a related discipline is required; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • A minimum of five years of progressive experience in planning, land use, and development reviews, or in a related discipline, is required.
  • Strong knowledge of municipal planning principles, land-use regulations, policy development, and community-engagement practices is required.
  • Experience using geographic information systems (GIS), AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and other planning applications is required.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills, a valid Class 5 driver's licence, and the ability to build productive relationships with the public, consultants, and government stakeholders are required.

Responsibilities

  • Review and issue development permits, variances, subdivisions, zoning bylaws, business licence applications, and other development-related applications.
  • Conduct research and analysis and develop policies to support municipal land-use and community-growth initiatives.
  • Draft reports, recommendations, bylaws, permits, and notices, and prepare maps and presentation materials for public, council, and committee meetings.
  • Coordinate public consultations, workshops, and community-engagement programs related to land use and development.
  • Conduct site inspections, maintain a development register and statistics, and provide professional support to applicants, residents, and stakeholders.
  • Oversee consultants, manage service contracts, and collaborate with internal departments to support implementation of the municipal plan and zoning bylaw.

Desired Qualifications

  • Proof of membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) or APPI, or eligibility for membership in either organization, is preferred.
  • Knowledge of Indigenous languages is an asset.
  • Understanding of territorial legislation, Nunavut's land-tenure system, the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement, and planning issues specific to the North is a strong asset.

About the Company

City of Iqaluit

Municipal government for Nunavut's capital

The City of Iqaluit is the municipal government for Nunavut's capital, serving residents, local businesses, and public institutions on southern Baffin Island. It runs essential services including water and sewage systems, waste collection, road maintenance, fire response, and recreation programs. Its water service combines a piped network with truck deliveries to areas outside that network, including Apex. An elected mayor and council guide the municipality, while a chief administrative officer oversees its departments and daily operations. With council roots dating to 1964 and city status granted in 2001, the municipality is headquartered in Iqaluit, Nunavut.

Company size
51-200
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Iqaluit, Canada
Founded
1964

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