Sr Planner - Development

Town of Newmarket; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Newmarket is seeking a Senior Planner Development to manage development applications under the Planning Act, prepare reports, and appear at Local Planning Appeal Tribunal hearings. You will work closely with Planning & Building staff and interact with community members on planning matters.

The position requires a University degree in Urban Planning, an active RPP and MCIP, and solid knowledge of provincial planning policies.

Qualifications

• University degree in Urban Planning or related discipline with municipal planning experience.
• Registered Professional Planner (RPP) with the Ontario Professional Planners Institute and MCIP membership.

Responsibilities

• Review, analysis and processing of development applications under the Planning Act.
• Research and preparation of reports and other correspondence.
• Appear as a witness at Local Planning Appeal Tribunal hearings.
• Interact with community members to address planning matters.
• Respond to requests for planning information.

Skills

Public speaking

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Urban Planning degree

RPP

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.