Our employees are critical to our mission, regardless of the role they carry out. Our Values guide how we do our job and keep us passionate about creating great places and supporting our people.Te wero - The ChallengeAre you looking to advance your career, are looking for mentoring, support, and great policy work experience to do this?Well, we are looking for a policy planner to join us in the District Plan Team to help us with completing the Proposed District Plan and support us in our resource management responsibilities. This is a great learning and skill building opportunity, and a once in a lifetime career opportunity.We have notified a Proposed District Plan, receiving over 550 original submissions and hearings will be starting shortly. Over 20 hearings will take place and we are also about to do a variation to the Plan. This is the first time the District Plan has been reviewed in its entirety since the current Plan was notified in 2000. A lot has changed since then, and there are some key challenges and opportunities that the district needs to plan for. This means you will have the opportunity to work on and lead resource management topics through the hearing process and any subsequent appeals. You will get a wealth of planning experience in being part of the team.You will ideally be experienced in:writing policyanalysing submissions, undertaking the required research, and writing officer reports for the hearings panelworking collaboratively and in partnership with our tangata whenua partners.creating constructive working relationships with our key stakeholders, central and local government, business, and community-based organisations.We are flexible in terms of hours, location and working arrangements - just chat to us!Far North District Council is a progressive and growing Council filled with like-minded people who love what they do and are committed to providing superior services to residents in their community.You will also be given all the tools of the trade to hit the ground running:Learning & Development plan to ensure your ongoing growth and success within the organisation.The salary for this position is Grade 16 within Council's salary structure (Band: $81,584 - 95,981) dependent on qualifications and experience, plus Kiwi Saver.We offer hybrid working and flexible work arrangementsFree $100,000 life insurance scheme (conditions apply)Free Will package, so that if the unexpected happens your family is supported.Creating Great Places, Supporting our PeopleReport this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.#J-18808-Ljbffr
