Strategic Planner

at  City of Monash

Job no: 495066
Categories: Government and Defence, Planning and Regulation
Salary from $94,000 - $102,495 + Super
A busy and engaged Strategic Planning Team
Full time, permanent position
Flexible work arrangements available
The City of Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic centre of Melbourne.
The City of Monash includes the Glen Waverley, Clayton and Oakleigh Major Activity Centres, the Monash National Employment and Innovation Cluster including Monash University, Heart Hospital and Monash Medical Centre, and residential areas with a strong garden character. A truly diverse and exciting place to work as a strategic planner.
About the position
You have a background in urban planning, with a keen interest in strategic policy development which will contribute to the development and liveability of the municipality.
This role provides an opportunity to work in a small, supportive team environment as you review and formulate planning policies, assist in the preparation of submissions on a range of strategic policy projects and provide strategic advice and support on policy, planning and development matters.
Skills and Experience
Review and formulate planning policies which achieve the objectives of the Council Plan and develop strategies for desired development outcomes in Monash.
Research and collate data to present recommendations to Council on policy directions.
Undertake the preparation of local Planning Scheme Amendments and respond to State Planning Schemes Amendments.
Consult with a range of stakeholders, both internal and external, to achieve agreed outcomes around specific planning issues.
Requirements
A Tertiary Qualification in town/urban planning, Environment, Geography, Law or an allied field
Experience in a planning related discipline
Satisfactory National Police Check
Benefits
As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus for us. You will have access to:
Supportive and experienced leaders that care for your development and wellbeing
Vibrant health and well-being programs
Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
Flexible working arrangements
Training and development opportunities
Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres
Apply for this exciting opportunity!
Please submit your CV with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the key selection criteria as outlined in the position description.
Applications close 18 July 2024 at 11:55pm.
If you would like to discuss this role further or you have any enquiries, please contact Sherry Hopkins on 9518 3071 or at sherry.hopkins@monash.vic.gov.au .
Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email peopleadvisory@monash.vic.gov.au
We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse

Please refer the Job description for details