Planner

**Duties and Responsibilities**:
The Planner is a critical position within the Planning team and may be responsible for a wide variety of duties, including but not limited to:
Land Use Policy and Zoning

Undertake and/or manage required studies to establish land use policies for the City including official plan policies, secondary plan policies, special studies to implement priority land use goals and objectives, and implement zoning by-laws accordingly.

Measure and monitor relevant data relating to key indicators (population, demographics, jobs, new development etc.) to determine land use policy directions.

Participate in and inform land use policy initiatives by the Region of Niagara, Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, Niagara Escarpment Commission and similar agencies with a land use mandate that impacts the City

Manage the agency circulation and public process on related projects including open houses, information meetings, and presentations and briefings to various internal and external stakeholders, including Council.

Land Development Review and Approvals

Circulation and coordination of internal and external comments,

Undertaking public consultation including open houses

Drafting of information and recommendation reports to Council

Drafting of amending by-laws to the official plan and zoning by-law

Draft agreements including site plan agreements, development agreements and servicing agreements

Community Improvement Program

General

Responds to general inquiries relating to the planning mandate

Routine updating and maintenance of data in the property data management system (AMANDA)

Provide guidance, support and direction to members of the Planning team, as required

Keep up to date and informed on new legislation, changing provincial and regional land use policy, emerging trends and best practices.

Presentations to Council.

**Position Requirements**:
A degree from a recognized University in Planning, or a university degree in a related discipline recognized by the Ontario Professional Planning Institute (OPPI) or the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) (such as Geography, Urban Studies or similar program).

Membership in the Ontario Professional Planning Institute (OPPI) and the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP), preferred.

Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal planning, preferred.

Superior communication skills, both verbal, written, and presentation skills are essential.

Demonstrated skills in effectively chairing a meeting (meetings with staff, agencies, open houses etc.)

Current knowledge of the Planning Act, Provincial Land Use policy and other related legislation.

Knowledge and experience in research and study methodologies.

The ability to formulate and implement policy statements derived from technical reports.

The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Working knowledge of the property data management system, AMANDA, or similar system, and Microsoft Office.

Demonstration of superior customer service skills

Proven completion of Ministry of Labour Worker Health and Safety Awareness training.

A demonstrated commitment to enhancing a safety culture.

CUPE Pay Group 10 - Minimum $79,294 annually; Maximum $89,072 annually

**Expected Work Location**: City Hall (eligible for part-time remote work)

**Hours of Work**: Currently Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm

The City of St. Catharines is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Division to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.

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