Sr Planner
- Newmarket, ON, Canada
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Original job description
Under the direction of the Manager, Planning Services, the Senior Planner - Development is responsible for a full range of planning functions related to the jurisdiction and responsibilities of Planning Services including the review, analysis and processing of development applications under the Planning Act: official plan amendment applications, zoning by-law amendment applications, site plan applications, and draft plans of subdivision / condominium; Researching and preparation of reports and other correspondence; Appear as a witness at Local Planning Appeal Tribunal hearings; Interacting frequently with community members to address planning matters; Responding to requests for planning information.
Job Requirements
- University degree in Urban Planning or related discipline combined with progressive planning experience and education in a municipal environment.
- A Registered Professional Planner (RPP) with the Ontario Professional Planners Institute and a Member in the Canadian Institute of Planners (MCIP).
- Comprehensive knowledge of municipal planning processes, the Planning Act, the Provincial Policy Statement, Growth Plan and other provincial Planning policy documents.
- Knowledge of the Ontario Professional Planners Institute Professional Code of Practice.
- Demonstrated knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint), land development tracking software (e.g. Accela) and GIS.
- Proven ability to work effectively and courteously with all levels of staff, external government agencies, the development community and the public, with the ability to respect confidentiality.
- Highly effective interpersonal, communication, analytical, negotiation, including strong public speaking abilities.
- Strong project co-ordination/management skills.
- Ability to organize, shift priorities and work independently.
- Class “G” Driver’s Licence in good standing with own vehicle to use on corporate business.
- Available to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime.
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Responsibilities
Review, analyze, and process development applications, including official plan and zoning amendments, site plans, and subdivision or condominium plans. Prepare reports and correspondence, represent the municipality at planning appeal hearings, engage with community members, and respond to planning information requests.
Requirements
Requires a university degree in urban planning or a related discipline, progressive municipal planning experience, and RPP and MCIP membership. Candidates need comprehensive knowledge of municipal planning legislation and policies, strong communication and analytical skills, proficiency with relevant software, a valid Ontario Class G driver's licence and access to a vehicle, and availability for overtime.
Skills
- Municipal Planning
- Development Application Review
- Planning Act
- Official Plan Amendments
- Zoning By-Law Amendments
- Site Plan Applications
- Subdivision and Condominium Plans
- Planning Research and Report Writing
- Public Speaking
- Community Engagement
- Negotiation
- Project Coordination
- Project Management
- GIS
- Accela
- Microsoft Office
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Categories
- Government & Public Sector
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Management & Leadership
Keywords
- Urban Planning
- Municipal Planning
- Planning Act
- Provincial Policy Statement
- Growth Plan
- Official Plan Amendment
- Zoning By-Law Amendment
- Site Plan
- Subdivision
- Condominium
- Development Applications
- Local Planning Appeal Tribunal
- Ontario Professional Planners Institute
- Registered Professional Planner
- Canadian Institute of Planners
- MCIP
- Professional Code of Practice
- Accela
- GIS
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Report Writing
- Public Speaking
- Negotiation
- Project Management
- Community Engagement