The Township of H-B-M is currently seeking a full-time, permanent Planner. Reporting to the Chief Building Official, the Planner will be responsible for interpreting and providing technical information, advice and assistance to Council, staff, developers, lawyers, the business community, and the public regarding land use planning matters. Other duties include advising on growth management, economic development, and performing a variety of tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility, including the review of building permit applications to ensure compliance with land-use planning legislation.

The ideal candidate will possess a Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation.

The Township offers a comprehensive benefits package, enrollment in the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) and competitive salary that corresponds with education, experience and working abilities. A detailed job description can be found on the Township website at www.hbmtwp.ca.

While full qualifications will be an asset, less qualified candidates who may be working towards the RPP designation may be considered for the position of Planning Assistant with the opportunity for advancement. A detailed job description can be found on the Township website at www.hbmtwp.ca.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a CONFIDENTIAL detailed cover letter and resume, clearly marked with the position title ‘Application – Planner’ or ‘Application- Planning Assistant’ by e-mail or regular mail no later than 4:30 p.m. Monday, September 9^th 2024, to:

Joelle Haig
Human Resource and Finance Assistant
Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen
P.O. Box 10, Havelock, ON K0L 1Z0
jhaig@hbmtwp.ca

Planner Job Specifications:

• University Degree in Planning or related discipline is mandatory.
• Minimum 3 years previous experience in the field of municipal planning.
• Membership in the Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) and Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation is required.
• Experience providing professional planning evidence before the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (LPAT) / Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) an asset.
• Concrete understanding of planning legislation including the Planning Act, the Municipal Act, Provincial Policy Statements, the County of Peterborough and Township Official Plans, other Federal and Provincial legislation pertaining to municipal planning.
• Presentation skills to provide advice, information, comment and respond to inquiries during formal Public Meetings, Council Meetings and Open Houses.
• Knowledge and experience using a wide range of computer programs such as: MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), AgriSuite MDS (Minimum Distance Separation requirements), Adobe Acrobat, GIS, Municipal Connect, Keystone Complete an asset.
• Valid Ontario G Drivers' License and access to personal vehicle is required with a clean driver’s abstract.

Planning Assistant Job Specifications: 

• Must possess a Post-Secondary School Diploma related to Planning or Urban/Regional Planning Technology or equivalent.
• Minimum of (2) two years’ work experience in the field of Municipal Planning.
• Student Membership in the Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) and in the process of obtaining Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation an asset.
• Understanding of planning legislation including the Planning Act, the Municipal Act, Provincial Policy Statements, the County of Peterborough and Township Official Plans, other Federal and Provincial legislation pertaining to municipal planning.
• Presentation skills to provide advice, information, comment and respond to inquiries during formal Public Meetings, Council Meetings and Open Houses.
• Knowledge and experience using a wide range of computer programs such as: MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), AgriSuite MDS (Minimum Distance Separation requirements), Adobe Acrobat, GIS, Municipal Connect, Keystone Complete an asset.
• Valid Ontario G Drivers' License and access to personal vehicle is required with a clean driver’s abstract.

About Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen

The Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen is a charming rural community at the south east corner of the County of Peterborough, centrally located between Belleville and Peterborough and 90 minutes east of Toronto. We provide services to our permanent and seasonal residents. Tourism accounts for a large part of our economy due to the amount of lakes and rivers located in the Township. The Canadian Pacific rail yard and mining industry are an important part of our history and both industries continue to contribute to our economy. Our permanent population is 5,083 and we have a seasonal residents at a population of 6,200.

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