Management & Leadership:

1. Provide overall leadership and supervision of direct reports which includes work program planning, scheduling, distribution and follow-up; staff mentoring/coaching and monitoring of working conditions; human resources administration (recruitment/de-hiring, compensation, performance review). 
2. Prepare the Division’s annual work plan and budget (operating, capital) and participate in the review and approval process of the Division’s budget with Council. 
3. Monitor the Division’s overall performance (planning) against the work plan and budget; prepare and submit periodic performance reports with initiation of corrective action as necessary. 
4. Develop and implement new/revised policies and procedures for the Division. 
5. Provide project management of outsourced work on major planning and development studies/ projects. 
6. Act on behalf of the Director in his/her absence with respect to planning matters that fall within the Manager’s scope of professional competency and as delegated by the Director. 

Planning, Heritage & Development:

7. Responsible for the accurate and consistent implementation and maintenance of the Municipal Zoning By-law. 
8. Identify and track best practices and trends/advances in the fields of land use planning (policy, regulatory development), site plan control, development proposal review, corporate information technology for possible application by the Municipality.  
9. Establish operating procedures, work methods and standards covering the services delivered; monitor operations against standards with initiation of corrective action as necessary.  
10. Oversee the quality, timely processing and approval of development applications related to site plans, subdivisions and condominium plans and Official Plan amendments, zoning/by-law amendments, various applications and major planning studies (secondary plans). Prepare short-mid-long range land use plans; recommend planning objectives and strategies to the Director, Development Services and Council with updating of the Municipality’s Official Plan and Zoning By-law to take into account local, regional and provincial interests and concerns.  
11. Provide technical advice and professional planning opinions to Municipal Staff, Council/Committees and the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) on planning and development matters (land use planning, zoning, heritage, amendments to the Municipality’s Official Plan, approval of development applications, Planning Act and related legislation, Information Technology). Oversee circulation of statutory notices. Respond to comments and questions and provide expert testimony. 
12. Working with the Director and municipal solicitor, review, research and carry out analysis of municipal lands and lands-related legal matters, where required. 
13. Administer, research, review and advise Council in relation to requests for purchase of Municipal lands in accordance with the procedural by-law and coordinate associated transfers with purchasers and their legal representatives, obtaining input from the municipal solicitor. 
14. Prepare planning and land-transfer related by-laws, encroachment, consent and site plan/development agreements with support from the Director of Development Services, where warranted.  
15. Maintain and monitor development related financial record keeping and developer deposits, securities and insurances. Assist the Director and Treasurer with reconciliation of developer accounts at year-end and the preparation of information for the annual audit. 
16. With support from the Director of Development Services, develop specifications of the technical terms and conditions for major planning and development studies/projects; prepare and review calls for Request for Proposals; make recommendations on the hiring of consultants to assist with and/or undertake studies/projects/services as required; monitor work of consultant and administer the agreements. 
17. Oversee the maintenance of departmental Records Management and statistical database related to planning and building applications and activities along with associated reporting.  
18. Oversee the review, administration and issuance of municipal heritage permits. 
19. Keep informed on demographic, social, economic, regulatory and relevant policy conditions by researching, pursuing ongoing education and training and through networking with other professionals. 
20. Develop and maintain a contact network with professionals in the field and counterparts in other municipalities; assist the Director in reviewing the feasibility of shared services and programs with neighbouring municipalities and/or related public sector organizations. 
21. Represent the Department and municipal interests with individual citizens, community groups/associations, developers, commercial interests, architects, engineers, consultants, committees, technical advisory teams, work groups and the written and electronic media  
22. Engage and educate staff, Council, and the general public regarding the planning process, planning profession and best practices through formal and informal educational and outreach opportunities and the use of social media.

Requirements:

1. Degree in planning, environmental science or related discipline together with 10 years of planning experience preferably in a municipal environment, with three (3) years progressive experience in management and supervision.
2. Registered Professional Planner and full member of the Canadian Institute of Planners.
3. Project Management Professional (PMP) Designation or Project Management Certificate preferred. 
4. Strong working knowledge of land use planning and environmental techniques, applications and processes; applicable legislation/ acts/regulations, local and provincial government functions/responsibilities and associated agencies as they relate to the planning and environmental processes.
5. Knowledge of community involvement techniques and facilitation experience.
6. Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and statistical database applications and general understanding of ArcGIS, AutoCAD and mapping techniques.
7. Excellent communication (written, oral and interpersonal); technical research methodology, organizational, analytical, report-writing, problem-solving, time management, database management, interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

About Municipality of Meaford

The Municipality of Meaford is located on the shores of Southern Georgian Bay, approximately 2.5 hours northwest of Toronto, and situated between the population centres of Owen Sound and Collingwood. With a population of 11,485, including a blend of rural and urban areas, Meaford is growing and looking to attract bright, energetic and team-oriented staff, looking for work-life balance in a supportive environment. As a four season resort area, Meaford offers exceptional outdoor experiences, including boating, swimming, paddling, skiing, hiking, cycling. Enjoy the scenic landscapes of the Niagara Escarpment, blue waters of Georgian Bay, rolling farmlands, along with a thriving agricultural, tourism and hospitality industry.

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