Planner I
2 weeks ago
Planner I
(Job ID#2023.110T)
Department: Development Services
Division: Development Planning
Location: Civic Centre/Hybrid
Status: Temporary, Full Time (2 years)
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Number of Positions: 1
Wage Range: $36.95/hour
Date Posted: August 31, 2023
Date Closing: September 21, 2023
**Position Purpose**
**How to apply**:
**Committed to diversity and a barrier-free environment**
**JOB DESCRIPTION**
**JOB TITLE**: Planner I
**PRIMARY FUNCTION**:
**SUPERVISION RECEIVED**:
Manager of Development Planning or designate
**DIRECTION EXERCISED**:
Gives working instructions to support staff, as necessary.
**WORKING PROCEDURES**:
Attends Committee of Adjustment hearings and Site Plan Committee meetings as required;
Prepares legal documents to implement planning decisions, including deeming by-laws, part lot control by-laws, restrictive covenant agreements and other planning related documents as required.
Prepares and gives evidence at Ontario Land Tribunal hearings as an expert witness.
Provides back-up service for duties of Zoning Examiner in absence of Zoning Examiner.
Provides guidance to clerical and technical staff in the preparation of materials for circulation, staff reports and presentations.
**The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions and duties of the position and will not be construed as a detailed description of the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.**
**SKILL/KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS**:
Minimum of one-year relevant professional planning experience in a public sector or private consulting environment.
Thorough knowledge of Ontario Planning Act regulations and procedures, the Provincial Policy Statement and other related legislation and guidelines.
Excellent organizational, analytical, investigative, problem-solving, report writing, communication, presentation, and public speaking skills.
Demonstrated ability to work courteously and effectively with all levels of staff, external government agencies/authorities, the development community, rate payer groups and the general public, with the ability to respect confidentiality.
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
Valid Class 'G’ Driver’s License in good standing and reliable vehicle.
Availability to work evenings and/or weekends as necessary/requested for attendance at Council/Committee meetings, public forums, etc.
Up to one year period of adjustment, orientation and adaptation on the job
