Interviews are tentatively scheduled for March 30, 2026. Further details (including time and location) will be provided to candidates selected for interviews.

Reporting to the Manager of Planning, the Policy Planner is responsible for a wide range of planning policy initiatives including: Official Plan review and updates, Zoning By-law review and updates, Community Improvement Plans, policy planning studies, research and analysis of legislative initiatives, changes and regulations, and administer the heritage portfolio.

Duties

• Assists the Manager of Planning in policy development, through researching, interpreting, analyzing, preparing and recommending policy directions/options and project management activities.
• Undertakes and/or assists with policy planning studies and special projects such as Official Plan review and updates, Zoning By-law review and updates, Community Improvement Plans, and other policy matters.
• Assists in the review and analysis of complex land development applications as
• Prepares detailed reports and implementation documents for consideration by Council on policy matters, special projects, and other planning matters.
• Leads and/or participates on special projects and land use planning studies as
• Prepares and processes Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments establishing City-wide land use policy and regulatory standards.
• Provides planning, procedural and technical advice on heritage matters and administers special projects and programs related to the heritage portfolio.
• Respond to requests for information regarding planning and policy document interpretation and provide general operational support to the functioning of the Planning Division.
• At times, may be asked to assist the Manager of Planning and Community Development Planner with day-to-day activities (building permit review, zoning confirmations, zoning by-law amendments, Committee of Adjustment support, etc.).
• Other duties as assigned.

• Undergraduate Degree (4 years) in areas related to planning, economic development, community development, public administration, political science or a related field.
• A minimum of two (2) to three (3) years prior work experience in the economic/community development or planning field and preferably at the municipal or other government levels.
• Membership in or eligibility for full or candidate membership in the Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) and Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP).
• Membership with the Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals (CAHP) will be considered an asset.
• Knowledge and experience in working with Official Plan and Zoning By-law documents, the Planning Act, the Ontario Heritage Act and other government legislation and policies, as well as the consent and minor variance approval processes.
• Strong organization, public relations, project management skills and writing skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point, along with experience working with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in a municipal government environment.
• Current and clear Criminal Record Check with Judicial Matters Check required.
• A valid Ontario Class G driver’s licence.

About The Corporation of the City of Timmins

The Corporation of the City of Timmins is a multifaceted organization that offers a wide variety of job opportunities in many different fields of expertise including emergency services, long-term care, economic development, community services, public works and environmental services, growth and infrastructure, airport and public transportation, and corporate services. Regardless of their position, all employees contribute to the success of the City by providing excellent customer service to its citizens. The Corporation offers a variety of benefits and programs to its employees such as: •Health and Safety programs which include wellness initiatives and the Employee and Family Assistance Program •Comprehensive benefit plans (full-time) or payment in lieu of benefits (non full-time) •Participation in the Ontario Municipal Employee Retirement System (OMERS) which is defined benefit plan with Employer matched contributions •Training and development opportunities for career advancement •Employee recognition program for years of service The City of Timmins is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free work environment that begins... with our recruitment process. If you are an individual who possesses a continuous improvement mindset and wants to play a part in bettering the community, please view the detailed job description.

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