Planner

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Pay: CA$30.50 - CA$41.20 per hour

Job Type: Full-time

Hours of Work:

• Typical full-time work week, with occasional evening and weekend meetings as required on a project-by-project basis.

Education & Professional Qualifications:

• A degree in Urban and Regional Planning, preferably at the Graduate level.
• Full Membership or Provisional member seeking Full Membership in the Ontario Professional Planning Institute.

Special Considerations:

• Preference will be given to applicants who have familiarity with the local geography and issues in Simcoe County, and the City of Barrie.

Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license and use of personal vehicle is required.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to coordinate and balance a variety of project activities and priorities.
• Working knowledge of the Growth Plan and Provincial Policy Statement.
• Strong familiarity with the local geography and issues in Simcoe County and Barrie.
• Research and report writing skills.
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work with a variety of clients.
• Must possess a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently.
• 1-5 years of experience required.

General Duties:

• Project Management
• Research and document preparation for all projects.
• Preparing and filing development applications with municipalities and other approval authorities.
• Managing the approval process for development applications on behalf of clients.
• Liaising with municipal staff and other approval agency staff.
• Preparation of Planning reports.
• Interacting with sub-consultants involved with development projects.
• Proposal writing.
• Managing costs associated with project budgets.
• Assisting Partners and Seniors Planners with day-to-day needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Work from home

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

• land use planning: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Barrie, ON L4N 0W5