Grafton, Ontario, Canada
Windsor, Ontario, Canada
Posted: 17-Apr-23
Location: Belleville, Ontario, Canada
Type: Full Time
Salary: $ 75,575 - $88,392
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Internal Number: 2023-NON-GG-121
THE COPORATION OF THE COUNTY OF HASTINGS
PLANNER
Full-Time
2023-NON-GG-121
The Planning Department has an opening for one (1) full-time Planner. This is a non-unionized position reporting to the Director Planning and Economic Development. Under general direction of the Director of Planning and Economic Development, the Planner position is responsible to process, review and report on various planning applications and planning related issues and policies.
Hastings County is situated on the traditional territory of many nations including the Huron-Wendat and the Haudenosaunee peoples. The County also acknowledges the Mohawk and Algonquin nations whose traditional and unceded territory Hastings County is located on.
Geographically it is the second largest county in Ontario, stretching almost 160 kilometers from the Bay of Quinte in the south to the edge of Algonquin Park in the north. Including the cities of Belleville and Quinte West, more than 145,000 people make Hastings County their home. With easy access into the cities of Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal either by road or rail Hastings County is strategically located.
If you have a family, our elementary and secondary school systems provide high quality education through the Hastings Prince Edward Public and the Limestone School Boards. Hastings County is also proud to be the home of Loyalist College, one of Ontario’s premier community colleges offering a wide range of diploma and degree programs.
Residents’ health care needs are served by Quinte Health Care Corporation (QHC) and family health teams throughout the County. QHC runs three hospitals in the Town of Bancroft and cities of Belleville and Quinte West. It also owns and operates a hospital in Picton in Prince Edward County.
If you are urban focused, the cities of Belleville and Quinte West along the Bay of Quinte shoreline provide municipal services to more than 100,000 residents as well a wide range of shopping amenities, sporting venues and other cultural attractions. If rural living suits you best, Hastings County can meet your needs. Our 14 member municipalities have all that you will require including a range of housing types, shopping, entertainment, schools and access to outdoor recreational amenities including an extensive trail system that connects to other counties in our region.
DUTIES:
1. Review and prepare reports for a variety of planning applications and policies.
2. Present reports and background information to the Planning/Land Division/9-1-1 Committee.
3. Provide information and advice to applicants, consultants and the general public.
4. Liaise with local municipal staff, provincial ministries and agencies.
5. Administer peer review processes for technical studies.
6. Conduct or coordinate special planning studies.
7. Attend public hearings, OMB hearings, and local municipal council meetings.
8. Maintain appropriate planning information and databases.
9. 9.Be aware of and follow the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and County policies.
10. Perform other related duties and special assignments as assigned by the Director of Planning and Development.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- University Degree in Planning or a related discipline
- Eligibility for membership in the Ontario Professional Planning Institute and the Canadian Institute of Planners.
- 2 – 4 years related experience preferably in a municipal planning environment.
- Proficient in the use of ArcGIS, Microsoft Work, Access and Excel.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, organizational skills, judgement and accuracy.
- A good understanding of the Planning Act and other related Provincial and Federal legislation.
- Must have a valid Driver’s license and reliable transportation.
HOURS OF WORK: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
SALARY RANGE: $ 75,575 - $88,392 per annum, with excellent fringe benefits
CLOSING DATE: May 3, 2023
Please forward applications to: careers@hastingscounty.com
Please quote “2023-NON-GG-121 – “your name” in the subject line
In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information collected will be used only for the purposes of this employment opportunity. We thank all candidates who apply but advise that only those persons selected for an interview will be contacted. The County of Hastings is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Please contact us if you require this posting in an alternate format. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation. The successful candidate will be required to provide a clear Criminal Record Check and/or Vulnerable Sector Check and proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or eligible approved exemption by Hastings County.
