Senior Planner

Senior Planner - Strategic and Environmental Planning Join to apply for the Senior Planner - Strategic and Environmental Planning role at City of Greater Sudbury. Job Description Section: Strategic and Environmental Planning Division: Planning Services Department: Planning and Growth Initial Reporting Location: Tom Davies Square Job Status: Permanent Position Number of Vacancies: 1 Affiliation: Non union Hours of Work: 70 hours bi-weekly Shift Work Required: No Range of Pay: Group 14 – $4,365.90 to $5,135.90 bi-weekly Work Location: Eligible to work remotely part‑time; must be able to report to a City of Greater Sudbury work location on short notice. Main Function: Senior professional planning responsibility in performing quantitative and qualitative analysis and technical work of an advanced and complex nature relating to Official, Secondary and Community Improvement Plans and other strategic, environmental or community and economic development planning matters. Characteristic Duties: Under the general direction of the Manager of Strategic and Environmental Planning. Prepare new plans: Official Plans, Secondary Plans, Tertiary Plans, Community Improvement Plans, Strategic Plans and Environmental Plans; undertake monitoring and periodic review of existing plans and prepare amendments. Organize and conduct research studies and prepare analytical reports based on the research to assist in plan development and policy formulation. Develop and implement programs that carry out plans (e.g., community improvement programs), including outlining the program/project, costing, phasing, financial and technical feasibility, impact assessment, and mechanisms for implementation. Initiate program/project steps: build partnerships between public, private and non‑profit sectors; marshal resources (including securing funding); set administrative mechanisms. Organize, participate in and speak on behalf of CGS at public meetings to provide information and answer enquiries regarding existing or proposed plans or program initiatives; advise the public on routine planning matters. Confer with civic leaders, provincial agencies, consultants, other departments and community interest groups to review, revise or initiate policy recommendations, land‑use recommendations, program proposals or community development initiatives; provide professional planning advice. Supervise technical staff on a project basis in implementing the Department’s Business Plan and supporting various community, environmental and strategic initiatives. Participate, as needed, in the selection of planning consultants; supervise consultants for project outcomes. Act as Project Manager for various economic development and community development planning initiatives as assigned. Facilitate and undertake development of key strategic projects. Assist in integrating the City Strategic Plan elements into the Official Plan and other public documents. Attend meetings of the public, staff, council(s), tribunals, hearing bodies, etc., as required. Develop and maintain thorough knowledge of CGS’s Safety Manual and applicable Provincial Legislation. Perform and/or assist in other related duties, including functions of the Development Approvals Section. Qualifications Education and Training University degree in Planning or a related, Canadian‑accredited field. Full membership or eligibility for full membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners / Ontario Professional Planners Institute. Additional ongoing education initiatives to update and expand competencies. Experience Minimum of six (6) years of planning experience. Knowledge Of Community planning and development research, methodology and analysis. Applicable legislation and related regulations. Geographic information systems, statistics, mapping, graphics, control survey network and environmental planning. Urban design and economic analysis desirable. Working knowledge of microcomputer software (e.g., word processing and spreadsheet applications). Best practices within areas of responsibility. Abilities To Provide excellent customer service. Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills in dealing with staff, other departments, councillors, outside authorities and agencies. Negotiate successfully regarding planning matters. Respond quickly to emerging opportunities or risks. Personal Suitability Mental and physical fitness to perform essential job functions. Language Excellent use of English, verbally and in writing. French verbal skills desirable. Other Requirements May require use of a personal or CGS vehicle on CGS business; must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid driver’s licence, an acceptable driving record, and personal insurance coverage. Competencies Competency Library – Level 2 Proficiency (Individual Contributor). This job is also posted as a development opportunity. If no fully qualified candidate, a candidate expected to meet the required qualifications within a reasonable period may be considered. Development opportunity pay range: $3,966.90 to $4,669.70 bi‑weekly. Successful candidate will be paid at the reduced range until the minimum qualifications have been met. How To Apply All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Click on the Apply for Job button. Follow the step‑by‑step application process. Ensure you attach a cover letter and resume. Acceptable file types are: .doc, .docx, .txt, .pdf, .rtf. Once completed, review your application and click on the Submit button. Upon submission, you will receive a confirmation on the screen and an email confirmation to the email address on your profile. We must receive your resume before 11:59 p.m. on Monday, December 15, 2025. For those submitting a French‑language resume, please also include an English version. Live outside Canada or new to Canada? The City of Greater Sudbury is dedicated to maintaining a fair, inclusive, and equitable work environment and welcomes qualified applicants from anywhere. To learn more about working in Canada, visit the web page: Applicants Living Outside of Canada (greatersudbury.ca). Contact Us For technical difficulties, issues, questions or accommodations with an application made online email myJOBS@greatersudbury.ca #J-18808-Ljbffr