Associate Director, Development Review

4 hours ago


Burlington, Ontario, Canada Conservation Halton Full time

Seeking an experienced Associate Director to lead a multidisciplinary team in delivering development review programs and services for Conservation Halton.

The Associate Director will oversee the planning and permit review teams, ensuring effective and efficient delivery of services in accordance with Conservation Halton's policies and procedures. The successful candidate will provide expert advice and opinions on behalf of Conservation Halton to proponents, municipalities, and other agencies, as well as at the Ontario Lands Tribunal or other tribunals.

This role is responsible for:

  • Managing the development review programs and teams
  • Annual business planning and cost recovery for planning and regulatory services
  • Staff recruitment, selection, supervision, training, development, and retention
  • Maintaining service delivery standards, monitoring progress, and providing support towards meeting strategic objectives, initiatives, and activities in the corporate strategic plan
  • Fostering positive working relationships and supporting a positive image of Conservation Halton with municipalities, agencies, and other stakeholders

The Associate Director will support the Director in nurturing an environment that motivates staff to achieve strategic and business results, providing excellence in customer service, developing and executing effective decision making, working as a streamlined and cohesive team, and maintaining a safe workplace.

Key qualifications include:

  • Minimum 8 years of related work experience and minimum 5 years in a leadership position
  • Degree in planning, geography, or related discipline; graduate or post-graduate degree considered an asset
  • Registered Professional Planner
  • Experience providing leadership to a multi-disciplinary matrix team
  • Training in dispute resolution/mediation
  • Project management and change management experience
  • Working knowledge of statutes and regulatory controls affecting land use planning and development
  • Strategic thinking, dispute resolution, research methods, problem solving, analytical, negotiation, and organizational skills

The successful candidate will be rewarded with:

  • A competitive salary of $121,957 annually based on a 35-hour work week
  • A dynamic and inspiring work environment with views of the Niagara Escarpment
  • A creative, talented, and solutions-focused team
  • Flexible work arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package
  • Participation in the OMERS defined benefit pension plan, with generous employer-matching
  • Free access to Conservation Halton and Conservation Ontario parks
  • Season passes for Glen Eden
  • Discounts on Conservation Halton/Glen Eden services, food, and merchandise

Conservation Halton values:

  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Learning and Innovation
  • Person-Centered Service
  • Collaboration
  • Sustainability
  • Integrity
  • Resilience

To be considered, please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter in one pdf document, to by September 27, 2024. Please reference your name and the position title in the subject line and indicate where you heard about this opportunity in the body of your email.



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