MINJobs posting: Planner
April 28, 2024
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Planner, J0715-0069

Organization:
City of Kingston
Region:
Ontario
Application deadline:
July 27, 2015 before 23:30
  This job posting has expired
Hiring date:
September 7, 2015
Type:
Full-Time
Category:
Planning & development
Description
History and innovation thrive in Kingston, located at the head of the St. Lawrence River and the junction of the Rideau Canal (a UNESCO World Heritage site). A dynamic city with a sound and diversified economic base - consisting of prestigious public institutions, government bodies, leading healthcare and education facilities, significant tourism and entertainment activity, and a large private sector, Kingston offers the quality of life of a smaller community with the amenities of a major centre. The Intelligent Community Forum recently named Kingston a Top 7 Intelligent Community in 2014.

Position Summary

  • Process and prepare reports respecting planning applications submitted to the City;
  • Assist in the preparation and implementation of special planning studies and research projects;
  • Carry out data collection and maintenance analysis;
  • Provide planning information and advice to members of the public, and assist in general planning administration;
  • Guide applicants and the public through the approval process, prepare and negotiate development agreements, present and discuss development proposals and reports, and persuasively represent the City at Committee and Public Meetings and OMB Hearings;
  • Ability to perform a variety of duties related to properties of heritage significance, review proposals for alteration and provide technical and research support and advice on heritage planning policies, guidelines and objectives to the public, applicants and other City Departments;
  • The successful candidate will have demonstrated the ability to manage multiple tasks with changing priorities and to present information and issues in a clear and concise manner;
  • Other duties as assigned.
Requirements

Qualifications, Competencies

  • Degree in Planning or related field plus 1 to 2 years of experience in planning;
  • Membership or eligibility for membership in OPPI required;
  • Knowledge and experience with planning procedures and processes, the Planning Act and Provincial Policy Statement;
  • Experience in Heritage planning and knowledge of the Ontario Heritage Act considered an asset;
  • Must demonstrate corporate competencies: Customer Focus, Results Orientation, Integrity and Teamwork.

Skills, Abilities, Work Demands

  • Superior oral and written communication skills;
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office software is required;
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks with changing priorities;
  • Well-developed facilitation and problem solving skills;
  • Effective interpersonal skills;
  • Must possess and maintain a valid class “G” driver’s license with the ability to provide your own vehicle.
Salary & Benefits

$28.37 - $35.36/Hour plus Benefits.

Contact
Email: www.cityofkingston.ca/Careers
Human Resources
City of Kingston
216 Ontario Street
Kingston Ontario, K7L 2Z3
Other relevant information
Please apply to Career Opportunities at: www.cityofkingston.ca/Careers
Your resume must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the position. Please upload to your profile, any educational Degrees, Diplomas and/or Certificates that are relevant and required for the position you are applying to. We thank all of those who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. The City of Kingston is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.