Senior Housing & Homelessness Planner

Saskatoon; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 93,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Saskatoon is seeking a Senior Planner II (Housing & Homelessness) to lead planning and data analysis within the Housing and Homelessness Section of the Planning and Development Department.

The role oversees staff, engages with multiple stakeholders including government bodies, First Nations, and community groups, and develops monitoring frameworks for housing strategies. It requires a university degree and six years of related experience, with strong data analysis and GIS skills.

Qualifications

• University degree in a relevant field and professional standing in the applicable organization.
• Six years of progressively responsible planning, data analysis, and supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of city planning, data analysis methods, and bylaws/regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervises staff, assigns work, and directs planning staff in housing data analysis.
• Engages with City Administration, government bodies, First Nations, industry, and the public.
• Represents the department on internal and external committees and with stakeholders.
• Negotiates with applicants and public on housing and homelessness data and policy matters.
• Maintains liaison with professionals and agencies on housing data and policy issues.
• Develops monitoring and evaluation frameworks for related strategies and plans.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Staff supervision

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

GIS understanding

Education

University Degree in Commerce, Business, Business Analytics, Data Science, Economics, Statistics, Social Sciences, Urban Planning, Public Administration or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS software

Statistical software

Job description

The City of Saskatoon is seeking a Senior Planner II (Housing & Homelessness) to lead planning and data analysis within the Housing and Homelessness Section of the Planning and Development Department.

The role oversees staff, engages with multiple stakeholders including government bodies, First Nations, and community groups, and develops monitoring frameworks for housing strategies. It requires a university degree and six years of related experience, with strong data analysis and GIS skills.