Development Planner

At the City of Welland, we're continuously rewriting our story. Not because we don't know where we're going, but because we are constantly reaching for new heights, engaging in new approaches, and pursuing what many believe to be unattainable or too ambitious. At the City of Welland, we're not satisfied with the status quo. And we're certainly not satisfied with doing things simply because that's how they were done in the past.

We expect our population to increase to over 80,000 in the next 20 years, and serving a diverse, growing community requires strategic thinkers, norm breakers, and passionate civil servants. In Niagara, Welland's growth leads every other municipality, and the City is becoming the region's heartbeat. So, we invite you to author your chapter and contribute to the overall body of work the City of Welland is creating. At the City of Welland, your ideas are nurtured, your input is invited, a healthy work-life balance is available, and most importantly, your voice will make a difference. So, if that sounds like something you want to be a part of, we want to hear from you. We're ready when you are.

About the position... Under the direction of the Manager of Development Planning, the Development Planner is responsible for reviewing development applications and making recommendations; to guide development proposals through the municipal approvals process; and to liaise with provincial and regional government agencies as part of the review process.

The duties listed are not meant to provide a description of each and every job performed but only those which represent the core functions of the job.

• Evaluates development proposals (rezoning applications, official plan amendment applications, subdivision and condominium plans, and large-scale commercial, industrial and residential developments).
• Prepares reports on issues arising from development proposals and land use policy issues.
• Makes recommendations to proponents, the Director and Council, presents reports and gives evidence to Committee, Council, LPAT hearings and others as required.
• Participates in public consultation processes for land development matters and conducts public meetings.
• Assists in the preparation of Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments, subdivision agreements, site plan agreements, development agreements, pre servicing agreements, and authorizing by-laws.
• Participates in studies and planning projects with other agencies
• Responds to general inquiries from the public
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A University Degree in Urban Planning, Environmental Studies/Ecology or related discipline
• Three years’ experience in Municipal Planning and Development.
• Experience with GIS software
• Current certification in the Province of Ontario as a Registered Professional Planner. Membership in OPPI/CIP is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills,
• Understand and manage high profile, sensitive or controversial political situations.
• Effective and persuasive leadership skills, must be comfortable interacting with all levels of staff, the public and others.
• Current knowledge of Microsoft Office Software.

Closing date: November 26, 2026

Salary: The hourly wage range for this full-time, unionized position is $42.11 – $44.34 (2026 rates)

How to apply: Submit a current application which includes a current cover letter and resume. You can view a detailed job description by visiting our website at https://www.welland.ca/Careers.asp

The City of Welland is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. In addition, the City of Welland is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Should you require any accommodations, we will work to meet your needs.

All applications are held in strict confidence. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, we will only contact those selected for an interview. No phone calls, please.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is for employment assessment purposes only.