Associate Planner

**Why the City of Kenora?**

The City of Kenora is a municipality nestled in Northwestern Ontario, just two hours east of Winnipeg, Manitoba, where Lake of the Woods offers a breathtaking backdrop to your career. Experience a commute-free lifestyle while enjoying competitive wages, enticing benefits, and a work environment that turns every day into a win. Join us at the City of Kenora

**Benefits**:

- 100% employer paid extended Health Benefits including Prescription Drug, EAP, and Life Insurance
- 4 weeks of paid time off
- 14 other paid holidays
- 18 sick days per year
- Employer matched Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Relocation assistance available

**DEPARTMENT** Planning & Building Services

**HOURS OF WORK** Monday - Friday

**CLASSIFICATION** PM-06

**SALARY** $91, 948.63

**Position Summary**

Reporting to the City Planner, the Associate Planner provides planning knowledge and expertise related to statutory planning and community development. Activities include: interpretation of relevant planning legislation, along with the evaluation of complex land use planning issues to ensure that growth and development is planned and managed for current and future generations.

**The Associate Planner will**:

- Provides information and assistance to staff and the general public on planning-related matters including development procedures, zoning, land use, and municipal policies plans as they relate to planning.
- Communicates with internal departments and external stakeholders.
- Reviews requests for zoning and building compliance. Prepares and signs compliance letters.
- Receives, processes and tracks Environmental Site Assessment Application requests.
- Reviews and signs off on planning and zoning matters related to Business Licenses.
- Designs and implements communication tools as prescribed by the Planning Act and initiated by the City to support public engagement and consultation events and activities.
- Conducts research on relevant planning matters; prepares qualitative and quantitative analysis to inform policy recommendations.
- Performs statutory duties of Secretary Treasurer of the City of Kenora Committee of Adjustment and Land Division Committee (Planning Advisory Committee).
- Works independently and as part of departmental and interdepartmental teams on the preparation of major studies, plans and policy proposals for recommendation to senior staff, administration and Council.
- Attends evening and weekend meetings (as required).
- Other related duties from time to time as required.

**Qualifications**:

- Post-secondary degree in Urban, Rural or Regional Panning, preferably at the Master’s level. An equivalent combination of a directly related degree (e.g. geography, landscape architecture) combined with planning work experience may be considered.
- One (1) to three (3) years of demonstrated experience in municipal planning, real-estate or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
- Able to work independently, concisely, and accurately with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities to bring projects to completion using sound judgment, initiative, and creativity in a fast-paced, politically sensitive environment with mínimal supervision.
- Effective analytical and critical systems thinking skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills including the ability to handle sensitive issues.
- Excellent interpersonal skills that facilitate effective working relationships with colleagues, other departments, and clients.
- Ability to communicate effectively with strong written, listening, and presentation skills that promote understanding and clarity in a respectful manner.
- Proven related knowledge and experience in municipal planning and/or planning principles
- Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office including: Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
- Experience in mapping software including GIS would be an asset.
- A valid “G” Class Driver’s License with an acceptable Driver’s Abstract is required. This position may be required to operate a municipal vehicle for business purposes.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From $91,948.63 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Will you be able to relocate to Kenora, Ontario within a reasonable time frame?
- Are you legally authorized to work in Canada?

**Education**:

- Master's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person