Associate Planner

POSITION PURPOSE
Reporting to the Manager, Development Planning, is responsible for uploading Planning Act applications and supporting information into the development tracking system; providing research, technical and information needs in support of planning delivery programs; preparing reports and letters on related matters; researching and undertaking data management activities; and preparing and analyzing mapping information.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Supports the Branch’s ongoing technical and information requirements by creating, managing and maintaining technical information/data and mapping. Creates, maintains and generates reports on planning and infrastructure related information within the development data base/tracking system, and includes performing data correction. Reviews development submissions to ensure submission requirements are met, including accuracy, content and completeness and preliminary identification of Regional interests/issues and confirming appropriate application fee payment. Assists in updating job aids based on best practices. Reviews/provides comments on minor variance and consent applications. Provides support to planning students with intake of Planning Act applications. Drafts and/or provides input to the production of Committee reports and internal information concerning development activity including new communities status monitoring, development trend analysis, application response times and other customer service measures. Assists in the preparation of planning reports to committees, general correspondence and notices, including circulation. Conducts research on a variety of planning and development issues to support branch initiatives and reports. Responds to referred development services inquiries and questions, including coordinating response to general e-mail sent to the Branch/Division. Contributes to projects either as a project resource or as a representative of the Branch/Division, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Successful completion of a University Degree in Urban Planning or a related discipline. Membership as a student in the Canadian Institute of Planners. Experience in the planning field demonstrating progressive responsibility, including hands-on experience in the creation, maintenance and management of information/data.  Working knowledge of the planning approvals process, especially in subdivision and condominium applications. Familiarity with the Planning Act, other related legislation and policy and planning in a public sector environment.  Computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications.  Knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including communication, innovation, teamwork and collaboration, and personal ownership.

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