Job Description: Primary focus is to contribute to planning and decision making processes in the preparation of land use planning strategies and policies for Sutherland Shire. Contribute to project teams dealing with issues associated with the functions and responsibilities of Strategic Planning. Undertake research and prepare policy papers and reports for Council’s consideration. Assist customers with planning enquiries. Collaborating with all stakeholders in the planning process. Job Responsibilities: Contribute to planning and decision making processes in the preparation of land use planning strategies and policies for Sutherland Shire Undertake research and prepare policy papers and reports Assist the project teams dealing with issues associated with the functions and responsibilities of Strategic Planning Collaborate with stakeholders and provide professional, responsive, and helpful advice to customers Job Requirements: Tertiary qualifications in environmental planning or related discipline, or nearing completion of relevant post graduate qualification Drivers licence Desirable Qualifications or experience in a secondary discipline related to environmental planning, such as architecture, urban design, land economics, or geography Experience or skills Essential Understanding of planning issues and practices. Research skills and experience. Analytical skills Good written and verbal communication skills IT skills Ability to work in a team Desirable Report writing and presentation skills A working knowledge of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979. Advanced IT skills, computer modelling, GIS and graphics skills. Job Details: Company: Sutherland Shire Council Vacancy Type: Full Time Job Location: Sutherland, New South Wales, AU Application Deadline: N/A Apply Here careers-trivia.com