Team Lead, Development & Store Planning

Logic Executive Search & Workplace Solutions; Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Team Leader – Community Planning in Lakeshore, Ontario. This contract role focuses on supporting community growth and development, managing complex planning assignments, and fostering collaboration. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in municipal planning and leadership skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Plan

OMERS Pension Available

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in professional planning in a municipal setting.
• Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation is a strong asset.
• Advanced knowledge of Ontario Provincial policies and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead large complex planning assignments and manage a team.
• Represent the Municipality at Ontario Land Tribunal hearings.
• Ensure compliance with planning regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Public Relations

Conflict Resolution

Report Writing

Time Management

Education

Post-secondary degree in Planning

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS

Adobe

Cloudpermit

Web-Based Mapping programs

Laser Fiche

Job description

With a population of over 40,000 residents, Lakeshore’s affordable lakefront community enjoys over 35 kilometres of waterfront, low taxes, a high quality of life, competitive labour costs, and is in the top 13th percentile in Canada in size. The Lakeshore region is at the heart of the richest consumer market in the world and offers various opportunities and incentives through continuous community improvement plans. In support of Lakeshore’s continued growth, a $37 million dollar grant from the Canada Housing and Infrastructure Fund (CHIF) was recently announced. This grant, the largest Lakeshore has ever received, will support critical investments in Lakeshore’s water and wastewater infrastructure, and will drive the need for growth in new opportunities such as the one listed below. Logic Executive Search & Workplace Solutions is proud to partner with the Municipality of Lakeshore in the recruitment of a Team Leader – Community Planning located in Lakeshore, Ontario . This is a contract position for up to 3 years, with a core focus on supporting the exciting growth and development of the Lakeshore region. This role reports directly to the Division Leader – Community Planning and is responsible for leading large complex planning assignments and fostering a culture of innovation, engagement, collaboration, and respect throughout the community. Additionally, the Team Leader – Community Planning will represent the Municipality at Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) hearings, contribute to planning policy and budget developments, as well as manage and lead a team. 3–Year Contract Opportunity ~ Immediate Comprehensive Benefits Plan ~ OMERS Pension Available ~ Evaluating summaries of comments from Municipal divisions and external agencies for rezoning applications, site plans, Committee of Adjustment applications, and other land use proposals. Managing special planning projects / studies and assisting in the development and implementation of planning policies and regulations. Providing technical planning-related information and advice to internal and external stakeholders, agencies, and the general public. Facilitating development proposals through coordination with division leaders and public consultation. Assisting Division Leaders in developing planning studies and reports for new policy directions, programs, and regulations. Ensuring compliance with planning regulatory requirements and addressing any resident inquiries and concerns. Creating and finalizing documents including by-laws, subdivision and site plan agreements, zoning by-law amendments, minutes, public notices, notice of decisions, and more. Reviewing intricate planning studies and overseeing / reviewing development applications and consultant proposals. Assisting Division Leaders with the development of long-term planning programs such as the 5-year official plan review and secondary plans. Conducting field inspections to collect data for development reviews and verifying compliance with approved plans. Staying updated on changes to the Ontario Planning Act and other relevant statutes, regulations, and policies. Post-secondary degree in Planning or other related fields. ~ Registered Professional Planner (RPP) Designation would be considered a strong asset. ~5+ years of experience related to professional planning in a municipal setting. ~Advanced knowledge of Ontario Provincial policies, legislations, and regulations regarding planning, zoning by-laws, urban design, economic development, environmental hazards, land use, and more. ~ Excellent report writing capabilities with previous experience attending tribunal hearings and providing professional evidence to the Ontario Land Tribunal. ~ Previous experience with computer hardware and software programs including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office, GIS, Adobe, Cloudpermit, Web-Based Mapping programs, Laser Fiche, and more. ~ Demonstrated experience with data collection, analyzing statistical information, and making recommendations regarding development planning. ~ Exceptional time management, leadership, public relations, and conflict-resolution skills. ~ Logic Executive Search and Workplace Solutions is dedicated to supporting opportunities that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Logic Executive Search and Workplace Solutions is committed to providing accessible employment practices that follow the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

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