Planner - 2 Positions - Bancroft & Centre Hastings

Hastings County; Belleville; On-site; CAD 84,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hastings County is seeking two full-time Planners to review planning applications, prepare reports, and provide public information. Candidates should have a degree in Planning or a related field and a minimum of two years’ experience. The positions offer competitive pay with excellent benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years related experience.
• Eligibility for membership in the Ontario Professional Planning Institute.
• Valid Driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Review and prepare reports for planning applications and policies.
• Provide information and advice to applicants and consultants.
• Maintain planning information and databases.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Three-year University Degree in Planning or related discipline

Tools

ArcGIS

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The 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.
• 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

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

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Planning & Development

Category

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Job Status

Open

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