Processes Planning Applications and prepares related correspondence, memorandums, reports and agreements.
Job Title Planner I
Status: Permanent Full-Time
ClosingDate: November 17, 2024
Wage: $38.06 - $41.16 hourly (2024)
ReportsTo: Manager, Planning
Location: Development Services, Planning Division
Hours: Normal Working Hours 35 hours per week
Other: General office environment. Some travel throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes may be necessary in accordance with job requirements.
Job Description
Review and analyze moderately complex applications and make decisions using standard departmental policies and procedures
Process, coordinate outgoing/incoming comments, prepare and present reports to Committees and Council, representing the City at Committee, public meetings and OMB hearings
Under the supervision of management staff, prepare and present evidence at OMB hearings
Research information on general planning policy, zoning matters, specialized aspects of land-use, reporting on findings and responding to public and development industry inquiries, in person and via correspondence, about such matters as Provincial legislation, plans and policy, Official and Secondary Plans, Zoning By-laws and current planning applications
Ensure accuracy and completeness of applications, property surveys and planning reports, investigations and studies as background work for policy development
Conduct site inspections
Assist in the development of studies and background work for policy development
Provide technical guidance and support to Managers and other City staff and external contacts
Regular travel to various work locations is required to fulfill the job duties of the position
Perform other related duties as assigned
Applicants must be prepared for skill testing.
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply by November 17, 2024 through the Careers page on our website: https://tre.tbe.taleo.net/tre01/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=CITYOFKA&cws=37&rid=2434
The City of Kawartha Lakes will accommodate the needs of applicants in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise People Services to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.
Skills/Education Required
Post-secondary degree in Urban, Rural or Regional Land-use Planning or Geography or a related field
Minimum 3 years of related practical experience, preferably in a municipal environment
Minimum 1 year of experience in municipal or regional planning, including working directly with the public or an equivalent combination of training and experience
Eligible for provisional and willing to achieve full membership in OPPI and CIP
Knowledge of the Planning Act and related regulations, Growth Plan, Provincial Policy Statement, Provincial Plans and related guidelines and best practices in land-use
Fundamental knowledge of planning processes for consent, variance, permission, deeming, part-lot control, site plan, amendments to the Zoning By-law, Official and Secondary Plans
Ability to interpret air photos and understand land surveys
Demonstrated professional and ethical responsibility to protect privacy, use confidential information appropriately, treat sensitive situations with appropriate degree of tact and discretion
Demonstrated customer-service and interpersonal skills at a level to develop and to maintain cooperative/collaborative working relationships both within and outside the organization
Excellent time-management skills with the ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines, and the ability to deal with multiple demands
Excellent written communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent organizational and administrative skills with the ability to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to demonstrate initiative consistently with commitment to quality improvement, sharing process improvement initiatives with management
Demonstrated ability to understand and abide by municipal policies and procedures
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, the internet, and any other related software
Upon a conditional offer of employment, a Criminal Record Check will be required
Why work for the City of Kawartha Lakes? We are an equal opportunity employer which values equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We foster a safe and creative work environment, where training and skill development are prioritized, with opportunities and support for career advancement. As a team member at the City of Kawartha Lakes, you may be entitled to the following: flexible work hours, remote and hybrid working arrangements, work-life balance, pension plan, benefits package, employee assistance program, and other programs that foster innovation, leadership, and career advancement.
The City of Kawartha Lakes is located on the Trent Severn Waterway in central Ontario, and offers a unique mix of urban, rural and waterfront living to its growing population of 80,500. The City is a progressive, forward-thinking community with a positive business environment and a thriving artistic community. Recognized as a prime tourist area for its year-round leisure opportunities, Kawartha Lakes is rich in culture and heritage, a strong agricultural community, and abundant in all the amenities being sought by residents and visitors alike.