City Planner

city iqaluit; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union

Job summary

The City of Iqaluit invites applications for the City Planner position to guide sustainable growth, land use planning, and development within the northern municipality. Reporting to the Director of Planning and Development, you will review planning applications, conduct policy analysis, engage with the public, and help ensure bylaws and plans reflect community priorities.

Experience with GIS, AutoCAD, and MS Office, plus strong communication, will support collaborative work across departments

Qualifications

• University degree in Urban and Regional Planning or a related discipline.
• Minimum five (5) years of progressive experience in planning, land use, development review, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of municipal planning principles, land use regulations, policy development, and community engagement practices.
• Experience using GIS, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and other planning-related software applications.

Responsibilities

• Review and administer development permits, variances, subdivisions, zoning bylaw amendments, business licence applications, and other planning-related submissions.
• Conduct planning research, analysis, and policy development to support municipal land use planning and community growth initiatives.
• Prepare reports, recommendations, bylaws, permits, notices, maps, and presentation materials for Council, committees, and public meetings.
• Coordinate public consultation activities, workshops, and community outreach programs related to land use and development matters.
• Perform site inspections, maintain development records and statistics, and provide professional guidance to applicants, residents, and stakeholders.
• Manage consultants, administer service contracts, and collaborate with internal departments to support implementation of the General Plan and Zoning Bylaw.

Skills

GIS

AutoCAD

MS Office

Community engagement

Education

Urban and Regional Planning degree

Tools

GIS

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Opportunity Overview

The City Planner plays a key role in guiding responsible community growth, land use planning, and development within the City of Iqaluit.

City Planner Internal and external applicants are invited to apply.

In accordance with the Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants will be considered first.

Reporting to the Director of Planning and Development, this position supports the review and administration of planning applications, conducts research and policy analysis, engages with the public and stakeholders, and helps ensure development aligns with municipal plans, bylaws, and community priorities.

This is an exciting opportunity for a planning professional who is passionate about sustainable development, community engagement, and shaping the future of a growing northern municipality.

Compensation Snapshot

Hourly Rate: $51.71 per hour. Hours of Work: 40 hours per week. Settlement Allowance: $20,907.44 per year. Status: Full-Time Permanent. Union Status: Union.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and administer development permits, variances, subdivisions, zoning bylaw amendments, business licence applications, and other planning-related submissions.
• Conduct planning research, analysis, and policy development to support municipal land use planning and community growth initiatives.
• Prepare reports, recommendations, bylaws, permits, notices, maps, and presentation materials for Council, committees, and public meetings.
• Coordinate public consultation activities, workshops, and community outreach programs related to land use and development matters.
• Perform site inspections, maintain development records and statistics, and provide professional guidance to applicants, residents, and stakeholders.
• Manage consultants, administer service contracts, and collaborate with internal departments to support implementation of the General Plan and Zoning Bylaw.

Qualifications

• University degree in Urban and Regional Planning or a related discipline.
• Minimum five (5) years of progressive experience in planning, land use, development review, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of municipal planning principles, land use regulations, policy development, and community engagement practices.
• Experience using GIS, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and other planning-related software applications.
• Understanding of territorial legislation, Nunavut's land ownership system, the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement, and northern planning issues is considered a strong asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, a valid Class 5 driver's licence, and the ability to build productive relationships with the public, consultants, and government stakeholders.

Membership with the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) and/or APPI, or eligibility for membership, is preferred.

Indigenous language skills are an asset.

Applicants whose education and experience provide an equivalent combination of knowledge and skills may be considered.

As per Article 23 of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement, priority will be given to Nunavut Land Claim Beneficiaries who meet the criteria.