Kativik Regional Government

The Kativik Regional Government (KRG), a supra municipal body with jurisdiction over the territory located north of the 55th parallel, is now looking for a self-motivated and dynamic individual interested in joining the KRG to work in the capacity of:

LAND USE PLANNER

(PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION)

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director–Lands and Environment of the Renewable Resources, Environment, Lands and Parks Department and in collaboration with the Municipal Public Works Department, the responsibilities of the Land Use Planner include among others the following: 

• Provide technical assistance to the northern villages with land use planning issues;
• Ensure the implementation and monitoring of local master plans and related by-laws;
• Improve and maintain the land use database and maps for the communities and region;
• Provide information on the Master Plan for Land Use in the Kativik Region to the northern villages, general public, mining companies, scientific groups, outfitters, etc.;
• Prepare by-laws for the implementation of the Master Plan for Land Use in the Kativik Region;
• Prepare and analyze applications for development authorizations and permits;
• Participate in various environment-related projects;
• Perform any other related duty required by his Supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS:

• University degree in land use planning, town planning or a related field;
• Minimum of five years relevant work experience (drafting regulation, municipal or regional planning, training municipal officers, preparing reports, etc.);
• Strong communication skills and ability to work autonomously as well as in a team;
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite, ArcGIS, etc.);
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in at least two of the following languages: Inuktitut, English, French; working knowledge of Inuktitut is a definite asset;
• Willing to travel frequently throughout Nunavik.

Place of work: 

Kuujjuaq

Salary: 

Minimum of $45,476/year; maximum of $77,849/year(2015 Rate) (E9)

Benefits:           

• Cost of living differential:  Minimum of $8,500/year
• Food allowance: Minimum of $3,453/year
• Annual leave trips: Minimum of 3
• RRSP: 6% employer, 4% employee
• Group Insurance
• Vacation: 20 days
• Statutory Holidays: 19 days including 10 during the Christmas break

Please send your resume, to:

Human Resources

Kativik Regional Government

P.O. Box 9

Kuujjuaq QC J0M 1C0

Email: humanresources@krg.ca

Fax: 819-964-2975

The KRG is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with this and with the James Bay and Northern Québec Agreement, conditions may vary to promote the employment of Inuit candidates.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.