Director of Planning & Development Employer: RM of Springfield Location: Oakbank Application Deadline: November 20, 2026
Job Description: Job Title: Director of Planning & Development
Reports to: CAO
Wage: $47.99
Position Summary The Director of Planning and Development is responsible for leading, managing, and overseeing a broad range of professional planning functions to support the municipality’s long-term growth, development, and land‑use objectives. The position provides strategic direction in the preparation, review, and administration of planning documents, development agreements, amendments, and land‑use policies, ensuring alignment with municipal priorities and applicable federal and provincial legislation.
The position leads complex planning research, analysis, and studies; evaluates development proposals; and provides professional recommendations on land use, zoning, subdivision, transportation, housing, and environmental planning matters. The Director coordinates statutory public hearing processes, prepares reports and recommendations for Council, and presents planning findings and recommendations to Council, committees, and the community.
The Director also provides leadership and guidance in the interpretation and application of planning legislation, regulations, bylaws, and policies; responds to public inquiries; and collaborates with municipal departments, government agencies, and external stakeholders on planning and development initiatives. The position monitors legislative and industry developments, oversees the preparation and maintenance of planning‑related documentation, and directs the development and ongoing review of municipal plans, policies, and long‑range planning programs to support orderly, sustainable, and well‑managed community growth.
Drafts and completes planning documents, development agreements and necessary amendments
Coordinates public hearing requirements under the Planning Act including letters, advertising, and other information materials for large‑scale subdivisions, rezoning, and development plan amendments
Attend Council, Committee of the Whole, and Planning meetings, as required
Responds to inquires from the public regarding planning documents,



planning publications and other matters related to planning in the RM of Springfield
Undertakes research and prepares reports on demographic and statistical information, planning and development issues, provincial and federal government legislation and other planning related matters
Keeps fully informed of developments in legislation, administrative practices, professional organizations, educational opportunities and cost‑shared programs as they may apply to the operation of the Department
Interacts with other staff as required on matters that cross departmental lines of authority
Interprets federal, provincial and municipal regulations and ordinances
Formulates planning policy recommendations for presentation; presents findings and recommendations on planning matters to Council members and the community
Reviews and recommends development proposals for compliance with various developmental regulations and with principles and practices of effective planning and land use
Prepares, maintains and/or oversees the preparation of required documentation including, but not limited to, budget and long‑range improvement plans, administrative and special reports, ordinances and resolutions, technical study reports, maps and charts, agendas and routine correspondence
Evaluates information to determine feasibility of proposals and identifies factors requiring amendment on a frequent basis
Develops general master plan programs for overall planning operations including updates of land use, zoning, subdivision, transportation, housing, and environmental studies
Performs and manages complex and sensitive qualified planning projects, research and analysis
Under the direction of the CAO, prepares the operating budget and capital budgets for the department and is responsible for overseeing purchasing within the department
Monitors and ensures compliance with municipal, provincial and federal laws




Shall perform other related duties as required
Qualifications Master’s degree in planning or a closely related field, with a minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of supervisory experience, preferably in a municipal setting
Civil Engineering Technology (CET) designation with experience in Planning and Development, or related field or an associate degree combined with five (5) to seven (7) years’ experience may be considered
Member of the Manitoba Building Officials Association Inc. (M.B.O.A.)
Must be registered as a Certified Engineering Technologist with the Certified Technicians and Technologists Association of Manitoba
Thorough working knowledge of the engineering principles involved in the design of municipal infrastructure
Thorough knowledge of rural and urban planning and development and local government policies and procedures
Thorough knowledge of specialization such as housing, zoning and economic development
Research methods and statistical principles related to rural growth and development
Methods and techniques of effective technical report preparation and presentation
Pertinent federal, provincial and municipal laws, building codes and regulations including recent changes
Analyzing and inputting data using plans, maps, charts and computer applications such as CAD and GIS
Knowledge of the Provincial Land Use Policies, Provincial Planning Act, other Provincial Acts and Regulations, Manitoba Workplace Safety and Health Act, Provincial Standards
RM of Springfield
Attention: Human Resource Department “Director of Planning & Development” Box 219, Oakbank, Manitoba R0E 1J0 Phone: (204) 444-3321
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
The Municipality of Springfield is committed to an inclusive, barrier‑free environment. Accommodation will be provided in all steps of the recruiting process. Please advise the Human Resources Department if you require any accommodation to ensure you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment process. The Municipality of Springfield is a scent sensitive environment, and we ask all applicants to refrain from wearing scents should they attend our offices.

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