Junior Planner

County of Elgin; St. Thomas; On-site; CAD 3,000 - 5,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government agency in St. Thomas, Ontario, is seeking a Junior Planner to assist senior planning staff with land use planning. This full-time position involves reviewing development applications, providing feedback on zoning inquiries, and preparing reports. The ideal candidate will have a post-secondary diploma in Planning or a related field and at least one year of relevant experience. Benefits include competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a pension plan. Opportunities for growth in a diverse work environment are available.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefit Package

OMERS Pension Plan

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year of relevant municipal or private planning experience.
• Ability to travel and work a flexible schedule.
• Demonstrated high degree of initiative.

Responsibilities

• Assist in review and processing of minor development applications.
• Provide feedback on planning and development inquiries.
• Prepare reports on planning applications.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Interpersonal and teamwork skills

Proven computer skills using Microsoft Office

Understanding of zoning by-laws

Ability to organize work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Post secondary diploma in Planning or related discipline

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Join the County of Elgin as a Junior Planner!

Position Title: Junior Planner

Type: Permanent Full-time, Non-union

Starting Compensation: $39.38 – $44.30 per hour ($71,663.54 - $80,626.00 per year)

Hours: 35 hours per week

Vacancy: 1 existing vacancy

About The Role

Reporting to the Director of Planning & Development the Junior Planner will assist senior planning staff with all matters relating to land use planning. The Junior Planner responsibilities will include development planning for both the County and its local municipalities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the review and processing of minor development applications, including committee of adjustment, minor rezoning, and minor site plan approvals.
• Provide general feedback to planning and development inquiries including designations and zoning provisions.
• Assist with development applications, property inquiries and zoning compliance forms/letters.
• Assist Planners in preparing reports on planning applications including severances, variances, minor zoning, and part lot control exemptions.
• Presentations to committees and councils.
• Respond to public inquiries.
• Undertake research and data collection on topics of interest to the County.
• Develop and maintain information systems required to support planning in the County.
• Required travel to Local Municipal Planning offices as needed.
• Assist other support staff and students, as needed, in maintaining the efficient operation of the department, including filling in during absences.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Post secondary diploma in Planning or a related discipline or working toward diploma.
• Minimum 1 -year of relevant municipal or private planning experience, or proven co-op/intern experience performing junior planner responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of zoning by-laws, municipal planning processes, planning principles and applicable legislation (including Planning Act, Provincial Policy and Guidelines).
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and teamwork skills and a high degree of initiative.
• Proven computer skills using Microsoft Office and GIS software.
• Ability to organize work and resources in a fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to travel, work a flexible schedule, and consistently achieve deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driver’s abstract and access to a vehicle; flexibility of location may be required.

What You Can Expect As An Employee

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive Benefit Package & OMERS Pension Plan
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (Homewood Health)

Apply now! To be considered, please complete the application process through our website https://www.elgincounty.ca/careers/.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

The County of Elgin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the company will provide accommodation throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. Please inform the HR Department of the nature of any accommodation(s) to ensure your equal participation by emailing [e-mail] with the job title in the subject line.

We thank all those that apply and appreciate your interest. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.