Description

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Manager, Development, this role is responsible for processing a wide range of development applications and acting as a resource for staff, Council and the public in regard to planning processes and policies. As the Community Planner, Development, you will perform the following duties, including but not limited to:

• Responsible for the day-to-day management of development applications including, but not limited to, Official Plan Amendments, Zoning By-law Amendments, Draft Plans of Subdivisions and Condominiums, Site Plan Control applications, Land Division applications, Minor Variance applications, Niagara Escarpment Development applications, and associated site inspections
• Provide guidance and information to internal Town staff, Council, other relevant public agencies, and the general public regarding Caledon’s planning process, Official Plan policies, and other relevant planning policies
• Attend Council and other meetings to represent the Department of Planning and the Planning interests of the Town of Caledon as assigned by the Manager of Development
• Prepare evidence under minimal supervision for Ontario Municipal Board Hearings and other Hearings as assigned
• Represent the Planning Department regarding major referrals to the Ontario Municipal Board as assigned by the Manager of Development
• Prepare Planning studies and reports related to both Planning and Development matters

The Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a planning professional with a post-secondary degree in Planning, or a closely related field. Our ideal candidate has a minimum of five (5) years related experience in a land use planning role. Membership in the Ontario Professional Planners Institute and/or Canadian Institute of Planners is preferred. Experience within a municipal environment is considered an asset.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated ability to make decisions involving multiple routine tasks, affecting department level. We are seeking an individual with superior interpersonal skills including the ability to work effectively in a team environment, a demonstrated ability to work independently with complex tasks and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

The successful candidate for Community Planner, Development will be required to work a flexible schedule, including in the office, remotely and after hours (as required).

This position offers a salary range of $91,991.43- $112,735.95 plus a competitive benefit package.

Satisfactory passing of a criminal record check and proof of qualifications will be required of any successful candidate(s) for this position.

New employees who commence employment on or after November 15, 2021 are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, as a condition of employment. Being fully vaccinated is determined as the status of having received the full series of approved vaccines (both doses of a two dose vaccine series, one dose of a single dose vaccine series) and any additional doses required and approved by Health Canada and having satisfied the full post vaccination period required to ensure vaccination efficacy. The Town of Caledon reserves the right to request proof of vaccination at any time. Acceptable proof includes an Ontario Ministry of Health COVID-19 vaccine receipt which you can obtain through the Provincial portal https://covid19.ontariohealth.ca/, or other government-issued vaccine passport or certification. The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

The Town is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The Town is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to an inclusive and barrier-free workplace. If your application requires accommodation, please contact People Services at (905) 584-2272 Ext. 4738.