Zoning/committee Coordinator

3 weeks ago

Waterloo, Canada City of Waterloo Full time

**Position Description**:
A regular full-time opportunity is currently available for an experienced Zoning/Committee Coordinator who is familiar with the City’s Zoning By-law and development approvals process within the statutory requirements of the Ontario Planning Act. This position will involve, but may not be limited to: (1) evaluating land-use and development proposals against applicable law, in particular the Zoning By-law; (2) responding to the public, educating and advising them on applicable zoning, licensing, permitting, by-laws, standards, and related processes; (3) zoning review for the Rental Housing Licensing By-law; (4) the processing, review and issuance of Sign Permits; (5) providing assistance, support and backup to various municipal Committees; (6) work in partnership with various City divisions in order to provide effective customer service to the public and the development industry.

**Accountabilities**:

- Respond to zoning inquiries and conduct related research, including zoning clearances for the Rental Housing Licensing By-law
- Prepare letters of zoning compliance
- Process, review and issue sign permits
- Provide assistance, support and backup to committees, such as the Committee of Adjustment, Site Plan Review Committee, Sign Variance Committee, Fence Variance Committee, and Municipal Heritage Committee as required. This involves responding to inquiries, advising on process, maintaining accurate minutes, supporting meetings, and ensuring process requirements are met
- Evaluate building permits for zoning and site plan compliance
- Fee calculations and general zoning/office administration
- Conduct research and data collection/management for the Planning Division
- Provide and contribute towards innovative design and planning solutions for development proposals
- Represent the Planning Division on special studies and projects, both internal and external to the City
- A strong representative and ambassador for the City, promoting urban planning and customer service excellence
- Other projects as assigned by the City's Manager of Planning Approvals or Director of Planning

**Minimum Qualifications**:

- Post-secondary Diploma in Urban Planning or related field
- Minimum of two (2) years of land use and development planning experience
- Experience and understanding of Zoning By-law regulations, including an understanding of built form, community design, intensification, sustainability, and architectural best practices
- Able to successfully communicate with agencies, developers, consultants, and the community using strong communication, interpersonal, customer service and leadership skills
- Able to work independently and within a multi-disciplinary team
- Good report writing, documentation, and record keeping skills
- Experience with the City of Waterloo Rental Housing Licensing By-law and Sign By-law is an asset
- Demonstrated ability to make decisions, formulate recommendations, and exercise discretion, tact and sensitivity
- Able to deal harmoniously and diplomatically with the general public, colleagues and elected officials
- Strong computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Local municipal planning experience and knowledge of the City of Waterloo is an asset
- Valid unrestricted Ontario Driver’s Licence in good standing with daily access to a personal vehicle is an asset
- A Police Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check satisfactory to the city is required as a condition of hire

**Application Process**

**Job Eligibility**

All qualified City of Waterloo employees may apply, however during the selection process there is a specific sequence that will be followed. Members of the City of Waterloo Staff Association who have completed their probationary period in their most recent position will be considered first for this posting.

**Accommodation**

**We’ve Got You Covered**

The City of Waterloo strives to be an employer of choice for strong talent dedicated to serving our community, and offer the following:

- Flexible work schedules to support and nurture work-life balance;
- Competitive wages and a fulsome employer paid benefits package, including paid sick leave, long-term disability, OMERS pension and an Employee and Family Assistance Program;
- A staff team dedicated to fostering and advancing action to support the organization’s ongoing commitment to Indigenous Initiatives, Anti-Racism, Accessibility and Equity;
- Substantial internal and external training and development opportunities;
- Compassionate and caring organization that promotes and embraces a culture of health, safety and wellness;
- Strong commitment to providing and maintaining a psychologically safe workplace that is respectful, inclusive, and where all individuals are valued;
- Paid vacation and personal days, paid float holiday(s), and the ability to bank overtime;
- Employee Purchase Programs (Corporate Cell Phone plans, Computer Purchase Plan, etc.);
- Dress-down Fridays,

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