Intermediate Planner

Opening Statement
We acknowledge that the City of Kingston is situated on traditional Anishinabek (Ah
- nish-in-ah-bay), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-o-show-nee) and Huron-Wendat (huron-wen-dat) territory and is the home of many Indigenous peoples. We are grateful to reside and work on this land.

Kingston is a smart, livable city in the heart of eastern Ontario. Its stable and diversified economy includes global corporations, innovative start-ups and all levels of government. Kingstonians enjoy a high quality of life with access to world-class education and research institutions, advanced healthcare facilities, affordable living and vibrant entertainment and tourism activities.

Position Summary

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Assist in the review or completion of heritage planning projects, specialized land use studies and research activities associated with long-range planning and heritage conservation, both individually and as a member of a team of professional planners.
Prepares recommendation reports for the Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee and Council on cultural heritage matters and acts as staff liaison to the Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee, other Committees, and Council.
Detail oriented review of submissions including technical drawings with ability to confirm consistency with prior approvals and/or applicable policies.
Assist with general heritage planning administration and customer service including at the Heritage Resource Centre of City Hall.
Assist in the administration of the City of Kingston Built Heritage grants.
Represent professional recommendations at Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT).
Support community consultation and engagement.
Adhere to the City of Kingston’s policies and code of conduct.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Competencies
4 year undergraduate degree in Planning, Geography, Urban Studies or similar with a speciality in Cultural Heritage.
Master’s degree an asset.
Three (3) years’ experience in planning in a heritage context.
Membership in or eligibility for full membership in the Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI).
Must have excellent understanding of municipal government with a well-developed ability to interpret policies and regulations of the Ontario Heritage Act, the Parks Canada Standards and Guidelines for Historic Places, the Planning Act, the Provincial Policy Statement and other applicable municipal and provincial legislation.
Membership in in the Canadian Association of Heritage Consultants (CAPHC) an asset.
Familiarity with archaeological practice an asset.

**Must demonstrate corporate competencies**: Customer Focus, Results Orientation, Integrity, and Teamwork.
Skills, Abilities, Work Demands
Excellent oral and written communication skills with effective interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks with changing priorities and to present information and issues in a clear and concise manner.
Must possess superior customer service skills.
Public presentations, efficient briefing skills and ability to answer questions related to professional recommendations in layperson’s terms.
Ability to facilitate public engagement and host consultation events in person and online.
Proficient skills in MS Office.
Must obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check.
Must possess and maintain a valid class “G” Ontario driver’s licence and provide own vehicle.
Closing Statement

Your resumé must demonstrate how you meet position requirements. Please upload to your profile any educational Degrees, Diplomas and/or Certificates that are relevant and required for the position. We thank all who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.