Sr Planner Development

Town of Newmarket; Newmarket; Hybrid; CAD 144,990,000 - 181,127,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Newmarket is seeking a Sr Planner Development to join the Planning & Building division. You will review development applications, prepare technical reports, and represent the town at Local Planning Appeal Tribunal hearings.

Strong community engagement and planning policy knowledge are essential. University degree in Urban Planning with RPP/MCIP is required; MS Office, Accela and GIS proficiency is expected.

Qualifications

• University degree in Urban Planning or related discipline; municipal planning experience preferred.
• Registered Professional Planner (RPP) with OPI and MCIP membership.
• Extensive knowledge of Planning Act, PPS, Growth Plan and provincial policies.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Accela, GIS; able to work with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review, analysis and processing of development applications under the Planning Act.
• Prepare reports and correspondence; appear at hearings as required.
• Interact with community members to address planning matters.
• Respond to requests for planning information with accuracy and professionalism.

Skills

Analytical skills

Public speaking

Communication skills

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning

RPP (Ontario)

MCIP

Tools

MS Office

Accela

GIS

Job description

Sr Planner Development

Organizational Unit

Development & Infrastructure Services -> Planning & Building -> Planning

Location

Town Hall Dev - Newmarket, ON L3Y4X7 CA (Primary)

Contract

18 months

Staffing request is required for

Replacement

Application Deadline

October 26 2026 5:00 p.m.

Category

Planning & Building

Experience Level

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Salary

S9 - $50.60 - $63.25

Job Description

• Review, analysis and processing of development applications under the Planning Act: official plan amendment applications, zoning by-law amendment applications, site plan applications, and draft plans of subdivision / condominium.
• Researching and preparation of reports and other correspondence.
• Appear as a witness at Local Planning Appeal Tribunal hearings.
• Interacting frequently with community members to address planning matters.
• Responding to requests for planning information.

Job Requirements

• University degree in Urban Planning or related discipline combined with progressive planning experience and education in a municipal environment.
• A Registered Professional Planner (RPP) with the Ontario Professional Planners Institute and a Member in the Canadian Institute of Planners (MCIP).
• Comprehensive knowledge of municipal planning processes, the Planning Act, the Provincial Policy Statement, Growth Plan and other provincial Planning policy documents.
• Knowledge of the Ontario Professional Planners Institute Professional Code of Practice.
• Demonstrated knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint), land development tracking software (e.g. Accela) and GIS.
• Proven ability to work effectively and courteously with all levels of staff, external government agencies, the development community and the public, with the ability to respect confidentiality.
• Highly effective interpersonal, communication, analytical, negotiation, including strong public speaking abilities.
• Ability to organize, shift priorities and work independently.
• Class “G” Driver’s Licence in good standing with own vehicle to use on corporate business.
• Available to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Town of Newmarket is committed to accommodating all applicants in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code for all employment activities including the recruitment process.