Division Leader, Community Planning

Found in: Jooble CA O C2 - 6 days ago


Ontario, Canada Logic Executive Search & Workplace Solutions Full time

Lakeshore is a beautiful Municipality situated in southern Ontario along Lake St. Clair. Lakeshore is a great place to live, work and play. The Municipality has a population of 40,000 and is one of the fastest-growing communities in Southern Ontario.

The Municipality enjoys a temperate climate year-round, with more than 200 growing days. Lakeshore’s affordable lakefront community enjoys over 35 km of waterfront, low taxes, high quality of life and abundant recreational opportunities with many family-friendly parks, recreation programs, a multi-use recreation centre, the Atlas Tube Recreation Centre including pools, 3 ice pads, gyms, and much more. Find out more about Lakeshore at Lakeshore.ca.

The Opportunity:

Logic Executive Search & Workplace Solutions is proud to partner with the Municipality of Lakeshore in the recruitment of a Division Leader – Community Planning located in Lakeshore, Ontario . This role reports directly to the Corporate Leader – Growth & Sustainability and is responsible for leading and managing the land-use planning division, as well as having direct oversight of long-range planning and development approval initiatives.

What’s In It For You?

  • Competitive Base Salary
  • Immediate Comprehensive Benefits Plan
  • OMERS Pension
  • Continuous Development Opportunities

What You’ll Be Responsible For:

  • Supervising and directing the Community Planning Division including training and development and performance and disciplinary reviews in line with Collective Bargaining Agreements.
  • Establishing priorities and work programs for the Planning and GIS Units and ensuring that professional services are meeting recommended guidelines and deadlines.
  • Formulating and revising new and existing policies and providing professional recommendations regarding administrative fee structures, application forms, procedures, and other documentation that supports the delivery of the Municipality’s services.
  • Preparing and administering the annual Division budget and working in conjunction with the Finance team to monitor financial variances.
  • Managing the Planning and GIS Units’ budgetary and physical resources to ensure alignment with Lakeshores’ organizational and strategic priorities.
  • Establish and maintain good customer service for, and effective working relationships with, developers, investors, and relevant agencies, to direct and support the delivery of planning and building approvals.
  • Communicating directly with government agencies, local municipalities, neighbouring organizations, and the community on developmental projects.
  • Providing direction and professional planning opinions to Lakeshore Council, the Committee of Adjustment, the Heritage advisory Committee, the Ontario Land Tribunal, and other authorities involved in developmental control and policy planning functions.
  • Identifying and assisting the professional needs of the Planning and GIS Units’ staff including recruitment, training and development, objective setting, vacation scheduling, and more.

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Environmental Studies, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of progressive experience related to professional planning in a municipal setting.
  • 5+ years of experience in a managerial or supervisory capacity in municipalities or other related sectors.
  • Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation in Ontario is required, or working towards obtaining the designation.
  • Full membership or eligibility for full membership with the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP).
  • Thorough understanding and advanced knowledge of Ontario Provincial policies, legislations, and regulations related to urban planning, zoning, environmental protection, and land use.
  • Strong familiarity with municipal planning processes, including Official Plans, Secondary Plans, Subdivisions, and zoning by-laws.
  • Experience in leading and managing a team, including coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluation.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement strategic plans, goals, and objectives for community planning initiatives.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience in presenting to councils, committees, and public forums.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, such as municipal staff and elected officials, as well as external stakeholders including developers, community groups, and government agencies.
  • Proficiency in project management, including budgeting, resource allocation, and monitoring of timelines and deliverables.
  • Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret data, assess community needs, and make informed recommendations for planning decisions.
  • Must maintain a clear police clearance.

If you have the qualifications and are interested in applying for this position, please forward a copy of your resume to angelo@logicexecutivesearch.com. We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. A full job description can also be provided at the request of the candidate.

Logic Executive Search and Workplace Solutions is committed to providing accessible employment practices that follow the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, please let our recruitment team know.


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