Planner I

**Job Posting**

Reporting to the Principal Planner, the Planner I is knowledgeable in a broad range of planning matters, provides entry-level professional planning services, and undertakes or participates in a variety of assigned professional planning services or projects. The incumbent may support and participate in projects of studies in one or more areas of expertise such as Development Review, Community Planning, Regional Planning, Urban Design, Heritage & Cultural Planning, Infrastructure Planning, Transportation Planning, Environmental Planning and Socio-Economic Research.

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Performs entry-level professional work and provides technical assistance and information to staff and the public regarding the administration of planning and development programs;
- Acts as liaison between citizens, government agencies, developers and elected officials on planning matters as may be assigned;
- Supports and may prepare detailed reports and recommendations on planning proposals to Boards, Committees and Council
- Conducts field evaluations and assessments
- Investigates violations of planning regulations
- Acts as witness in legal proceedings as necessary
- Advises and makes recommendations on business unit policies and procedures related to land use planning and development programs or strategic corporate initiatives
- Represents the business unit or the municipality as a team member, or independently, on assigned planning matters
- Supports and may facilitate customer-focused strategic planning, education and consultation processes as required
- Researches, analyzes, and compiles information and statistical data and trends on a variety of planning matters as directed
- Supports the development of policy options, analysis and reports on planning issues and participates as a team member for multidisciplinary projects in varied areas of expertise (i.e., Development Review, Community Planning, Regional Planning, Urban Design, Heritage & Cultural Planning, Infrastructure Planning, Transportation Planning, Environmental Planning and Research & Forecasting).
- Supports the preparation of comprehensive regional and community plans, land use by-laws, the Subdivision By-law, and other regulations regarding development control

**QUALIFICATIONS**:
**Education and Experience**:

- University degree from an accredited planning program; OR
- University degree from a non-accredited but related program (such as Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban, Human or Economic Geography, and Geographic/Spatial Information Systems) and two (2) years of professional planning experience.
- Candidacy as a Licensed Professional Planner (LPP) or equivalent Provincial or International designation is considered an asset.
- Experience working in a municipal government environment is considered an asset.
- A valid driver’s license is required

**Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities**:

- Well-developed knowledge of the principles and practices of planning including cross-functional knowledge involving other disciplines.
- A broad knowledge of the legislative framework under which land use planning law operates and the ability to interpret and draft by-laws and contracts which affect the rights of land owners, neighborhoods and communities.
- Superior written and verbal communications and strong interpersonal and facilitation skills.
- Creative problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve less well
- defined practical problems.

**Security Clearance Requirements**: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.

**COMPETENCIES**:Analytical Thinking, Communication, Conflict Management, Customer Service, Organizational Awareness, Organization and Planning, Teamwork and Cooperation, Valuing Diversity

**WORK STATUS**: One (1) full-time permanent position.

**HOURS OF WORK**:Monday - Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm, 35 hours per week. Flex options to work outside of these hours and hybrid may be available.

**SALARY**: NSGEU Local 222, Level 8, $39.63/hour

**WORK LOCATION**: 3rd Floor of Duke Tower (5251 Duke Street, Halifax, NS)

**CLOSING DATE**:Applications will be received up to **11:59 pm on Sunday, November 9, 2025**

**Please note**:We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the recruiter when invited to the assessment process. For more information on our accommodation process please click on the link; Accommodations | Hiring | Employment | Halifax

(position # 78640505)