Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Policy Manager, this position administers a variety of parking related programs and assists with the development of City policies and bylaws to support the Community Standards Department. 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Respond to inquiries from residents related to City parking programs and analyse and investigate complaints for opportunities to implement appropriate solutions. 
• Administers and recommends improvements to City parking programs, including the Residential Parking Program, Accessible Parking Program, and Special Events Programs.
• Administer the staff parking program, including arranging maintenance of the relevant parking lots. 
• Maintain permit databases and processes applications for a variety of parking permits.
• Conduct studies and investigations related to parking congestion in different areas of the city. Analyze study results and prepares recommendations to effectively manage congestion. 
• Analyze data to identify trends, strengths, and weaknesses in current policies. 
• Engage the public and external agencies through a variety of methods in the development of policy and bylaws.
• Contribute to change management activities for new and revised policies including education and training. 
• Conduct best practice research in the development of internal and external policies and bylaws. 
• Prepare reports to City committees as needed. 
• Perform other related duties as required. 

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Requirements

• Degree in urban planning, public policy, or a directly related field.
• Possession of, or eligibility for, membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) and Saskatchewan Professional Planners Institute (SPPI).
• Six months’ related professional planning experience or progressive experience in research, policy analysis or related experience.
• Possession of a valid Class 5 Saskatchewan Driver’s Licence.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
• A vehicle suitable for use in the performance of duties is required.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

• Knowledge of the principles of land use planning and its impact on transportation and traffic management techniques.
• Knowledge of public sector decision making, including policy tools used by the city. 
• Ability to manage competing demands and meet required deadlines. 
• Strong attention to detail and ability to confirm data accuracy.
• Proficiency in synthesizing and communicating complex concepts and information from a variety of sources. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow staff, clients and the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, including public presentations.
• Ability to read and interpret maps, plans and related data. 
• Ability to work with minimal supervision. 

Additional Requirements

Evening work is involved.