Planning Technician

2 weeks ago


Cambridge, Ontario, Canada City of Cambridge Full time
People, Place, Prosperity

Working within our Strategic Plan, Cambridge Connected, and committing to our values of Integrity, Respect, Inclusiveness and Service, the successful candidate will work together to help the City of Cambridge achieve our vision: A place for people to prosper - alive with opportunity.

Job Profile

We are looking for an experienced Planning Technician to join the Planning Services Division team, Community Development Department available immediately. The focus of this position will be to:

What you will be doing
  • Review business license, building permit and demolition permit applications for the purpose of confirming zoning compliance and granting zoning approval.
  • Review and process Letters of Compliance by interpreting Zoning By-law, confirming Official Plan and Heritage designation status and Building Code compliance from Building Permit files.
  • Process sign variance and fence variance applications by interpreting the Sign and Fence By-laws.
  • Respond to planning-related inquiries at the counter and on the telephone and e-mail.
  • Assist in processing development applications including Official Plan Amendments, Zoning By-law Amendments, Part Lot Control Exemptions, Site Plans and Condominiums for Planning and Development Committee, Council's approval and the Chief Planner's approval.
  • Assist in preparation of development applications, including preparation of presentations and recommendation reports for Council.
  • Review applications for building permits to determine the amount of City, Regional and School Boards development charges payable prior to its issuance. Check for complete information and interpret building drawings to determine the number of units and amount of non-residential floor space for the purposes of calculating the development charge.
  • Determine and advise on necessary courses of action for land use applications, i.e. severances, variances, rezoning, etc.
Education

Two-year college Diploma in Planning or Similar

Experience and Knowledge

1-2 years related Planning experience. Possession of a current Certified Planning Technician designation or eligible for Registered Professional Planner along with a valid Drivers' License is required.

We will ask you for these items if you are hired Proof of your current and valid certificate(s) and/or educational qualifications.Valid G driver's license.Worker Health and Safety Awareness Training certificate from the Ministry of Labour. (may be obtained post offer)Your compensation

This position is within Grade 7 of the inside workers union Salary Schedule and has an annual salary range of $37.41 to $39.76. We offer a comprehensive benefit package and are an Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) employer.

Hours of work

The current regular hours of work are in accordance with the collective agreement, however, currently are 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday; some evening hours are required.

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Interested applicants should apply directly to the Careers page at www. This posting closes June 18, 2024.

Accommodation needs and protection of privacy

The City of Cambridge recognizes and appreciates diversity and inclusion enhances our public value commitment.

We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience and encourage all qualified people to apply, including and especially people from equity-deserving groups. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with honour and respect toward their individual dimensions of diversity.

We strive to remove barriers that may prevent qualified applicants from fully participating in the recruitment and selection process. Accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and other applicable legislation is available throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Contact to make your needs known in advance.

For more information on our Employment Equity, please read our full policy.

Personal information collected in relation to the recruitment process is collected under the authority outlined in the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and used solely to determine eligibility for employment with the City of Cambridge only.



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