Planner Community Planning

3 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada City of Toronto Full time

**Job ID**: 50950

**Job Category**:Policy, Planning & Research

**Division & Section**:City Planning, CP Transportation Planning

**Work Location**:City Hall, 100 Queen St. W

**Job Type & Duration**:Full-time, Permanent

**Hourly Rate and Wage Grade**:$54.85 - $60.11, Wage Grade 15

**Shift Information**: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week

**Affiliation**: L79 Full-time

**Number of Positions Open**: 1

**Posting Period**: 05-NOV-2024 to 20-NOV-2024

**Major Responsibilities**:
Reporting to the Program Manager, Transit Implementation, the Planner Community Planning will undertake a wide array of responsibilities related to the planning and implementation of transit projects and Transit Oriented Communities proposals to help achieve the City's planning policy objectives. In addressing these responsibilities, the individual will be required to:

- Reviews Provincial proposals made under the Transit Oriented Communities program.
- Develops recommendations and drafts reports for Committees and Council.
- Prepares and presents expert evidence and opinion before the Ontario Land Tribunal and/or the Toronto Local Appeal Body.
- Conducts planning studies on a range of planning issues, including the preparation of terms of reference and study designs.
- Evaluates new planning initiatives.
- Identifies, negotiates, and mediates conflicting positions with groups which have varied interests.
- Provides information and advice in response to requests from elected officials, provincial agencies, area municipalities, other organizations, consultants, and the public, including preparing related reports and correspondence, as directed.
- Monitors projects and the progress of consultants' studies, including day-to-day co-ordination and liaison with consultants to assist management in ensuring that studies are completed on time and within budget and prepares status reports.
- Prepares and presents audio-visual presentations, including illustrative diagrams and other materials for internal and external stakeholder meetings.
- Provides work direction on research, analysis, surveys, and report writing assignments to Assistant Planners.
- Represents the Corporation/Division on external committees, task forces and at community and public forums.

**Key Qualifications**:

- Considerable experience writing planning reports and correspondence to management, staff, elected officials, other agencies, and the public, for example staff reports and planning rationales.
- Experience participating in land use planning research projects and/or studies.
- Eligibility for membership in the Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) and/or Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP).

**You must also have**:

- Applied knowledge in the preparation of expert evidence, or testifying before, administrative tribunals such as the Ontario Land Tribunal and/or the Toronto Local Appeal Body.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully utilize other software packages relevant to supporting the division’s core requirements, e.g. Excel, PowerPoint, IBMS, etc.
- Effective interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate both verbally (involving both public and online presentations) and in writing, to all levels of the organization, and with elected officials, the media and the public.
- Effective consulting, conflict resolution and negotiating skills when working with the community members, developers, consultants, other City Divisions, and public and private agencies.
- Excellent research skills, critical judgement, and analytical thinking.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and complete project assignments working both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to continuously improve and be an innovator.
- A passion for City Building in the City of Toronto.
- Applied knowledge of the Planning Act, provincial policies and legislation related to land use planning, the Official Plan, and the Development Review Processes.

**Hybrid Work Program**

The City of Toronto's Workplace Modernization Program is re-imagining how we work in our workplace. Its vision is to provide flexibility to our employees around how we work and where we work. It will also support a better work-life balance, improved job satisfaction and employee engagement. Improving the work experience is at the core of this program and everyone plays a significant role in its realization. We have introduced the Hybrid Work Program which supports a more modern and flexible way of working. The hybrid approach will allow us to keep the best of remote work while integrating the important aspects of in-person collaboration and team-work.

**NOTE TO INTERNAL FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME CITY OF TORONTO EMPLOYEES**:
**Equity, Diversity and Inclusion**

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.

**Accomm

  • Strategic Capital Planner

    1 week ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada Toronto Community Housing Full time

    About UsToronto Community Housing is Canada's largest social housing provider, dedicated to improving the lives of residents from diverse backgrounds.Your RoleWe are seeking a Strategic Capital Planner to support our 10-Year Capital Financing Plan and manage major and minor structural construction projects for retrofit and renewal in residential...

  • Business Planner, Office of The Commissioner of

    5 months ago

    Toronto, Canada Toronto Community Housing Full time

    Job #: **8069** - Division: **Strat Planning & Stakeholder Relations** - Vacancy Type: **Full-time Permanent** - Affiliation: **Non-Union: Management & Exempt** - Contract Length: - Grade: **07** - # of Vacancies: **1** - Salary/Hourly Range: **100,428.00 - 120,514.00** - Hiring range/wage: - Work Details (Days/hours): **36.25 hours per week, Monday to...

  • Planner

    5 months ago

    Toronto, Canada WSP Full time

    WSP is currently seeking a Planner to join our Planning team, located at our Toronto/Thornhill Office. **A Day in the life**: - Working with a team on a range of land development projects including residential, retail/commercial, industrial, institutional and utility uses; - Preparing reports including Due Diligence, Highest and Best Use, Development...

  • Business Planner

    5 months ago

    Toronto, Canada Toronto Community Housing Full time

    Job #: **7968** - Division: **Operations** - Vacancy Type: **Full-time Temporary** - Affiliation: **Non-Union: Management & Exempt** - Contract Length: **Maternity Cover** - Grade: **MA 07** - # of Vacancies: **1** - Salary/Hourly Range: **$100,428.00 - 110,471.00** - Hiring range/wage: **$100,428.00 - 110,471.00** - Work Details...

  • Planner Ii/iii

    5 months ago

    Toronto, Canada Mott MacDonald Full time

    Planner II/III - Transport and Urban Planning **Country**:Canada**Position Location**:Toronto**Contract Type**:Permanent**Work Pattern**:Full Time**Sector**:Transport**Discipline**:Planning and modelling**Job Ref**:2647**Recruiter Contact**:Ajay Pathak- Mott MacDonald is actively seeking a skilled and highly collaborative Transportation Planner with...

  • Planner

    6 months ago

    Toronto, Canada Bantrel Full time

    We are currently seeking a qualified Senior Planner to join our team, based in either Mississauga, or Calgary offices with approximiately 40% of the time to travel to the project site office in Leroy, Saskatoon. The **Senior Planner** will be responsible for planning and scheduling different phases of engineering, procurement & construction primarily related...

  • Media Planner

    5 months ago

    Toronto, Canada Dentsu Media Full time

    The Media planner is the steward of the tactical communications planning process and provides mid-level strategic recommendations to the senior media team and/or clients. The Media Planner is expected to have strong working knowledge of the media landscape in Canada and experience using media planning and research tools. The Media Planner is expected to be...

  • Urban Planner

    6 months ago

    Toronto, Canada IBI Group Full time

    **Company Description** Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the...

  • Planner

    5 months ago

    Toronto, Canada Dillon Consulting Limited Full time

    Overview: Are you someone with strong leadership and technical capabilities? Do you enjoy building relationships and working collaboratively in a team environment with both internal and external stakeholders? Are you a thought leader, a trusted advisor and a problem solver? If you enjoy entrepreneurship and innovation in a flexible work environment, this...

  • Senior Urban Planner

    2 weeks ago

    Toronto, Canada TalentSphere Staffing Solutions Full time

    Senior Urban Planner (RPP)Toronto, Ontario - HYBRID Salary: 95-115k (base) + bonus + RRSP Award Winning Consulting FirmOther Titles: Associate Urban Planner, Senior Urban Planner, Senior Land Use Planner, Associate Land Use Planner, Registered Professional Planner  ROLE OVERVIEW  Our client is an award winning firm with multiple offices and projects...

  • Senior Urban Planner

    1 week ago

    Toronto, Canada TalentSphere Staffing Solutions Full time

    Senior Urban Planner (RPP)Toronto, Ontario - HYBRID Salary: $105-$125k (base) + bonus + RRSP Award Winning Consulting FirmOther Titles: Associate Urban Planner, Senior Urban Planner, Senior Land Use Planner, Associate Land Use Planner, Registered Professional Planner  ROLE OVERVIEW  Our client is an award winning firm with multiple offices and projects...

  • Senior Financial Planner

    1 month ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada Scotiabank Full time

    Key Responsibilities:The Senior Total Wealth Planner is responsible for delivering comprehensive financial planning advice and support to high net worth clients. This includes gathering key data and information, preparing and analyzing financial plans, and presenting strategies to clients.Financial Planning Expertise:The ideal candidate will have a...

  • Environmental Planner

    1 month ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada Parsons Corporation Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Environmental Planner to support our Parsons Infrastructure business. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with senior Environmental Planners and mentor junior staff on Environmental Assessment (EA) projects.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct a range of infrastructure projects, including...

  • Urban Planning Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada DIALOG-DESING Full time

    At DIALOG-DESING, we're passionate about creating vibrant communities through innovative urban planning solutions. As an Intermediate Urban Planner, you'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of Toronto's landscape.About the RoleWe're seeking a highly skilled and motivated urban planner to join our team. This is a full-time position that requires...

  • Capital Planning Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada Toronto Community Housing Full time

    About the RoleToronto Community Housing is seeking a skilled Capital Planning Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the 10-Year Capital Financing Plan and developing, planning, managing, and overseeing the TCHC current, medium, and long-term capital plans/programs.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain historic data...

  • Capital Planning Manager

    1 month ago

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada Toronto Community Housing Full time

    About the RoleToronto Community Housing is seeking a skilled Capital Planning Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the 10-Year Capital Financing Plan and developing, planning, managing, and overseeing the TCHC current, medium, and long-term capital plans/programs.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain historic data...

  • Event Planner

    6 months ago

    Toronto, Canada Yankee Lady Yacht Charters (SEASONAL) Full time

    Job Summary: We are seeking a talented and experienced Event Planner to join our team. As an Event Planner, you will be responsible for organizing and coordinating a wide range of events, ensuring their successful execution from start to finish. This role requires excellent organizational and communication skills, as well as the ability to work under...

  • Urban Planner

    6 months ago

    Toronto, Canada Urban Strategies Full time

    **Position Title: Urban Planner** Urban Strategies® is an urban design, planning and engagement consultancy with studios in Toronto, Ontario, Hamilton, Ontario, and Vancouver, BC. We lead complex projects in cities all over the world and have an active practice across Canada and in the US, the Caribbean, Europe, and Asia. We are problem solvers who can...

  • Media Planner

    6 months ago

    Toronto, Canada Dentsu Media Full time

    **Company Description** We are Dentsu. We innovate the way brands are built. That means we do things differently so they’re better than before. In this way, we make our clients’ most important marketing assets—their brands—win in a changing world. Dentsu is Innovating the Way Brands Are Built for its clients through its best-in-class expertise and...

  • Media Planner

    6 months ago

    Toronto, Canada Dentsu Media Full time

    **Company Description** We are Dentsu. We innovate the way brands are built. That means we do things differently so they’re better than before. In this way, we make our clients’ most important marketing assets—their brands—win in a changing world. Dentsu is Innovating the Way Brands Are Built for its clients through its best-in-class expertise and...