Zoning Officer

Job Type:
Permanent

Department:
Planning

**Salary**:
$73,824.00 - $92,280.00

Close Date:
January 31, 2024

Hours per Week:
35

Openings:
1

Position Summary

Major Job Responsibilities
- Provides front line interpretation of the Zoning by-law; responds to inquiries from the public, Council, staff and agencies pertaining to zoning and sign regulations and other applicable law
- Reviews all proposed changes to the type of use of any land, building or structure and issues Certificates of Occupancy (Zoning)
- Assists planning staff with the preparation of site specific zoning by-law amendments
- Assists the Municipal Law Enforcement Officers with enforcement related to zoning by-law infractions
- Represents the department on internal staff teams and committees as required
- Attends court as an expert witness on matters related to zoning as required
- Recommends new processes to best service internal and external customers
- Complies with all health and safety practices as it relates to the work, standard operating guidelines and the Occupational Health & Safety Act
- Performs other duties as assigned in accordance with Department objectives.

Education & Experience
- Post-secondary degree/diploma in a Planning related field
- Ontario Building Official Association (OBOA) - Land use Planning and Zoning Enforcement course is considered an asset
- Minimum three (3) years’ experience in zoning or a related discipline; experience in a Municipal environment is considered an asset
- Sound knowledge of the Planning Act, Municipal Act, Zoning principles and interpretation methodology
- Working knowledge of construction, Ontario Building Code Act and related terminology.
- Excellent communication skills, interpersonal and customer service skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to multi-task, meet multiple deadlines and adapt to changing priorities
- Strong problem solving and dispute resolution skills
- Good report writing and record management skills
- Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and mechanical drawings, specifications and reports
- In accordance with the Corporate Criminal Record Check Policy, the position requires the incumbent to submit a Criminal Records Check upon employment
- A valid Ontario Driver’s License with a driving record that demonstrates responsible/safe driving behavior as use of a personal vehicle is required