Heritage Planner II (6-Month Contract)

Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake; Niagara-on-the-Lake; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

A local municipal government in Ontario is seeking a Heritage Planner II. This role involves providing planning and procedural advice on cultural heritage and maintaining relevant records. The ideal candidate will have a university degree in planning, with at least 3 years of related experience. A membership with professional planning institutes is preferred. Applications are welcome until October 1, 2025, with a competitive salary range between $81,008 and $101,247.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in heritage, archaeology, or cultural planning.
• Full or provisional membership with the Ontario Professional Planners Institute.
• Ability to interpret and apply local and provincial planning policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide planning advice on cultural heritage related to planning regulations.
• Maintain records for cultural heritage sites.
• Provide expert testimony at Ontario Land Tribunal hearings.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

University Degree in urban, rural, or regional planning

Job description

Overview

The Heritage Planner II, under the direction of the Senior Heritage Planner and Manager of Policy and Heritage Planning, will primarily be responsible for the interpretation, research, and formulation of planning policies, by-law provisions and reports on planning matters following sound planning practice and policies; provide planning and procedural advice and opinion on cultural heritage in relation to the requirements in the Ontario Heritage Act, the Planning Act and the Town’s Planning documents; maintain historical, archaeological, and visual records pertaining to cultural heritage sites throughout the Town; and, provide expert testimony at Ontario Land Tribunal hearings, when required.

Responsibilities

Provide planning and procedural advice and opinion on cultural heritage in relation to the Ontario Heritage Act, the Planning Act, and the Town’s Planning documents; interpret and apply local and provincial planning policy and legislation; maintain records pertaining to cultural heritage sites; and provide expert testimony at Ontario Land Tribunal hearings when required.

Qualifications

• University Degree in urban, rural, or regional planning or related program.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience, with a focus on heritage, archaeology and/or cultural planning, with Municipal planning experience being an asset.
• Full or provisional membership with the Ontario Professional Planners Institute and the Canadian Institute of Planners (MCIP) working towards an MCIP/ Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation.
• Membership with the Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals (CAHP) would be an asset.
• Ability to interpret and apply local and provincial planning policy and legislation.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, facilitate meetings and make presentations.
• Proven organizational, time management, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High flexibility with strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse environment.

Details

Status: Accepting applications

Closing date and time: October 1, 2025, 11:59pm

Number of available positions: 1

Salary range: Low end $81,008.00 – High end $101,247.00

Department/Business Unit: Community & Development

Temporary full-time position located at the Administration Building.

Application and EEO

Applications must be submitted through the Town website. The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

File

Job Description - Heritage Planner II - June 2023.pdf