The Hastings County Planning Department has an opening for two (2) full-time Planners. These are non-unionized positions reporting to the Director of Planning, Tourism 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. Each of these positions will report out of their respective satellite office in Bancroft and Centre Hastings (village of Madoc) with the requirement to attend meetings at the County Administration Building in Belleville as required. 

DUTIES:

Report Writing & Preparation:

• Review and prepare reports for a variety of planning applications and policies.
• Present reports and background information to the Planning/Land Division/9-1-1 Committee, local councils and committees.

Communication:

• Provide information and advice to applicants, consultants and the general public.
• Liaise with local municipal staff, provincial ministries and agencies.

Planning Studies:

• Administer peer review processes for technical studies.
• Conduct or coordinate special planning studies.
• Attend public hearings, OLT hearings, and local municipal council meetings.

Data Maintenance and Recording:

• Maintain appropriate planning information and databases.

Health & Safety:

• Be aware of and follow the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and County policies.
• Other related duties as assigned.
• Works in a safe manner in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, associated regulations, other applicable legislation, County by-laws, policies, procedures, and guidelines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Three-year University Degree in Planning or a related discipline (i.e. Environmental Studies, Geography).
• Eligibility for membership in the Ontario Professional Planning Institute and the Canadian Institute of Planners.
• Must have a valid Driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Minimum two years related experience.
• Proficient in the use of ArcGIS, Microsoft Work, Access and Excel.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with member municipality staff, local First Nations and external agencies/authorities.
• Effective problem solving skills, independent decision making, discretion and good judgement.
• Ability to establish priorities and work schedule to meet tight deadlines to minimize delays.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, organizational skills, judgement and accuracy.
• A thorough understanding of the Planning Act and other related Provincial and Federal legislation.

HOURS OF WORK:      8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week

SALARY RANGE:          $84,633 - $99,009 per annum, with excellent fringe benefits

CLOSING DATE:           May 23, 2025

Please forward applications to: careers@hastingscounty.com

For Application to the BANCROFT posting Please quote “2025-NON-GG-140 – “your name” in the subject line

For Application to the CENTRE HASTINGS posting Please quote “2025-NON-GG-141 – “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

About County of Hastings

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 an...d 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.

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