Planner Ii

**About the City of Hamilton**

**Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometres of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason**

**JOB POSTING**

JOB ID #: 20750

Planner II - Zoning Byl-aw Reform
Planning & Economic Development
Planning
Hamilton City Hall

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1 Full-Time Temporary

UNION/NON-UNION: CUPE Local 5167 Inside

HOURS Of WORK: 35.00 per week
- GRADE: L
- SALARY/HOUR: $39.503 - $44.890 per hour- Note: See appropriate Collective Agreement or the Non Union Salary Range for details.

STATUS/LENGTH: Up to 24 months

Job Description ID #: A9385

**SUMMARY OF DUTIES**

Reporting to Manager, Zoning and Committee of Adjustment. Conducts research and assists in formulating Zoning By-law Regulations related to the creation of new Zoning By-law for the City of Hamilton.

**GENERAL DUTIES**

Conducts research for special studies and reports on zoning by-law regulations/uses and other land use planning matters.

Maintains Municipal Zoning By-laws through comprehensive updates.

Identifies and evaluate alternatives, formulates conclusion; prepares and presents recommendations to committee.

Writes reports such as committee and Council reports.

Composes correspondence; compiles and analyzes statistics.

Liaises with applicants, area residents, elected officials and agencies on planning matters.

Conducts site inspections.

Coordinates, prepares and presents evidence as expert witness at Ontario Land Tribunal hearings.

Receives and answers inquiries from staff, elected officials, public, other departments and outside agencies.

Inputs and retrieves planning data.

Receives and answers inquiries at counter.

Reviews and interprets zoning by-laws and draft by-law amendments.

Interprets Provincial Legislation such as the _Planning Act_ and associated regulations.

Plans and makes arrangements for meetings with for internal staff, public consultation and stakeholder groups.

Maintains records such as inquiries, meetings and reports.

Represents Department at meetings such as client, interdepartmental and public meetings.

Works in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.

Performs other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Degree in Urban or Regional Planning. Proven ability to analyse problems and develop solutions by using a broad knowledge required at the university level of education.
- Proven related knowledge and experience in municipal planning, with a focus on Zoning By-laws.
- Experience working in a team environment.
- Proven ability to express ideas effectively, orally and in writing.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

**THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE.**
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Disclaimer:
**Terms**:
The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.

We invite you to visit the departmental webpage to obtain further information on the culture and business of this department.

The incumbent shall comply with all Health and Safety Policies and Practices for this position and the workplace.

The statements made by me are true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification of statements, misrepresentations, deliberate omission or concealment of information may be considered just cause for discipline, up to and including termination for internal applicants and disqualification for external applicants.