Hybrid Urban Planner - Special Projects & Zoning

City of Burlington; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Pension and benefits package

Job summary

The City of Burlington is seeking an Urban Planner to contribute to a range of planning initiatives and deliver practical recommendations to Council, the public, the development industry and government agencies. The role supports the City’s Zoning Bylaw development and coordinates programs such as the Urban Design Advisory Panel and Seasonal Outdoor Patio Program.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Special Projects & Urban Design, you will manage multiple projects, coordinate with staff and

Qualifications

• University degree in Urban Planning or related field.
• OPPI membership is an asset.
• 2–4 years of project experience in urban planning, community development, land use planning, municipal planning, or related field.
• Strong project management, research, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality work and building positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Complete research and analysis to support special projects. Complete special projects of a smaller scale and scope.
• Coordinate workload completion with Senior Planner, Special Projects and consultants. Facilitate engagement opportunities with internal staff, and the public.
• Respond to planning-related customer inquiries regarding requirements and process.
• Administer programs and initiatives such as the Seasonal Outdoor Patio Program. Review submissions for compliance with the City’s Guidelines.
• Coordinate with Legal and Community Planning staff to author and review bylaws to recommended for enactment through the Municipal Act or Planning Act.
• Administrative duties as assigned
• Duties and responsibilities are inclusive but not limited to the above.

Skills

Project management

Research

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Organizational skills

Report writing

Education

Urban Planning degree

Job description

The City of Burlington is seeking an Urban Planner to contribute to a range of planning initiatives and deliver practical recommendations to Council, the public, the development industry and government agencies. The role supports the City’s Zoning Bylaw development and coordinates programs such as the Urban Design Advisory Panel and Seasonal Outdoor Patio Program.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Special Projects & Urban Design, you will manage multiple projects, coordinate with staff and