11 Jan
Town of Ajax
Ajax
Experience it – Ajax!
The Town of Ajax, situated on the northern shore of Lake Ontario, is an innovative municipal sector leader that provides a variety of services to one of the fastest growing communities in Ontario. With over 130,000 residents, Ajax's rich heritage and culturally diverse community make it a great place to work and live.
Planner (Development) - Temporary Full Time (11 month contract)
Reporting to the Supervisor of Planning Approvals, the Planner will review and process a variety of development applications; prepare staff reports and make formal presentations to Committees,
Council and the public on development applications; facilitate and present at Public Open Houses; and address inquiries and complaints from residents, applicants, developers, staff and Council.
Key Duties
- Coordinates and processes all types of development applications, including official plan amendments; plans of subdivision/condominium and related agreements; zoning by-law amendments; site plan applications, site plan amendments and related agreements; and sign by-law variances.
- Prepares and/or comments on terms of reference, prepares project plans, consults with stakeholders, prepares reports and other documents that are clear, defensible, realistic and practical
- Provides in-depth analysis and reports and correspondence and confidential advice/recommendations to Council, CAO, Directors and other Town staff
- Addresses inquiries and complaints from residents, applicants, developers, staff and Council
- Prepares staff reports and public presentations to Community Affairs and Planning Committee
- Identifies issues, provides thoughtful critical analysis, examines input from stakeholders, prepares recommendations and comments
- Reviews and examines relevant policies, regulations and guidelines,
ensuring that approval conditions are properly formulated and that the interests of the Town are protected
- Provides planning information and professional planning advice to Council, Department Heads, agencies, landowners, advisory committees, the general public and the development industry
- Updates internal standard operating (ISO) procedures
- Provides evidence at Ontario Land Tribunal Hearings and other tribunals
- Participates in various internal and external committees
Qualifications/Skills
- Four (4) year university degree in Planning or a combination of education and experience deemed equivalent.
- Registered Professional Planner (RPP) or Candidate Membership and in process of obtaining RPP designation.
- Candidate or Full Membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners (MCIP) and the Ontario Professional Planners Institute.
- Minimum four (4) years relevant and current work experience.
- Experience providing expert testimony before the Ontario Land Tribunal.
- Experience in the broader public sector.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Advanced communication skills both verbal and written; necessary for public presentations and appearing before meetings of Council and Committees.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational, time management and planning skills.
- Strong analytical, numerical, research and reasoning skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Proven ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Valid G driver's licence with a clear driver's abstract.
- Ability to provide a current criminal reference check that is satisfactory to the Town.
What is Offered to Staff
- Rate of Pay:
$44.65 - $47.25 per hour.
- Hours of Work: This contract is a non-union position that works 35 hours per week. The hours of work are Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Benefits: The Town offers Employee & Family Assistance Program; Health & Wellness Program, Town of Ajax Fitness Centre Combo membership; plus a defined benefits pension (OMERS pension).
- Hybrid Work Program: The Town offers a Hybrid Work Program. A flexible work arrangement, including the option to work from home some or a majority of the time, is currently a possibility with this position, and can be discussed during the interview process.
How to Apply
This position is being advertised concurrently to internal and external candidates and applications are accepted online. To apply to this position, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
Internal closing date: 11:59 p.m. on January 17, 2025
External closing date: 11:59 p.m. on January 31, 2025
We would like to thank all applicants, however, please note that only those selected to attend an interview will be contacted and all other applicants will be kept on file. Applicants are advised that written, oral and practical testing may form part of the selection process.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Town of Ajax is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and accessibility within the workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. The Town embraces diversity and gender expression through policy,
staff training and providing positive spaces. The Town encourages applications from all qualified candidates. If selected for an interview, please inform Human Resources staff of any accommodation you may require during the process.
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