Reporting to the Manager of Development Services /Chief Building Official, this position is responsible for interpreting and providing technical information, advice and assistance to Council, the Committee of Adjustment, 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.

With an attention to good customer service, the Senior Planner assists the public in the submission of applications, researches and prepares planning reports regarding land-use planning applications in the capacity of an RPP, including official plan amendments, zoning By-Law amendments, coordination of subdivision and site plan control approvals, and oversight of minor variance applications.  The Senior Planner is responsible for the preparation and presentation of department reports and provides administrative support to the Development Services Department as needed.

• A University Degree in Planning or related discipline.
• A minimum of four (4) years’ previous experience in the field of municipal planning.
• Membership, or eligibility for membership, in the Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) and Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation.
• Experience providing professional planning evidence before the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (LPAT) / Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) is an asset.
• Knowledge and experience using a wide range of computer programs such as: MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Teams), iCompass agenda and meeting management software, GIS software.
• Understanding of planning legislation, regulations, and procedures, including the Planning Act, the Municipal Act, Provincial Policy Statements, Northumberland County and Township Official Plans, other Federal and Provincial legislation pertaining to municipal planning.
• Presentation skills to provide advice, information or comment relating to operations of the Planning department.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Superior written and verbal skills.
• A commitment to service excellence.
• Pro-active, flexible and a positive attitude.
• Contributes solutions to complex situations.
• Class “G” driver’s license in good standing, have access to a reliable vehicle for use on Township business and be able to provide a current acceptable driver’s abstract.