Reporting to the Manager, Policy Planning, this position is responsible for the preparation of special planning studies, research projects, secondary plans, and assists in the general planning administration.
Meet your department...
We guide development and land-use decisions that structure Kingston’s future, ensuring projects align with both community goals and regulations. Our team works closely with residents, businesses, and developers to provide clear guidance, review applications, and support sustainable, well-planned growth.
What you'll do...
- Assist in the completion of policy planning projects, specialized land use studies and research activities associated with the long-range growth planning
- Process and evaluate a full range of development applications for all types of land uses Prepare associated reports and recommendations to Planning Committee/Committee of Adjustment and Council
- Advise individuals, commenting agencies, and other local bodies on planning matters
- Assist with general planning administration
- Represent the City at Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) hearings
- Adhere to the City of Kingston’s policies and code of conduct
- Perform other related duties as assigned
To qualify,
you'll need
- 4 year degree in Planning, Geography, Urban Studies, or equivalent
- Masters’ degree preferred
- 3 years’ recent related experience in planning, preferably in a municipal setting
- Candidate membership or full membership in the Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI)
- Must have excellent understanding of municipal government with a well-developed ability to interpret policies and regulations of the Planning Act, the Provincial Policy Statement and other applicable municipal and provincial legislation
- Must demonstrate corporate competencies: Customer Focus, Results Orientation, Integrity, and Teamwork
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with effective interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks with changing priorities and to present information and issues in a transparent and concise manner
- Must possess superior customer service skills
- Proficient skills in MS Office
- Must obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check
- Must possess and maintain a valid class “G” Ontario driver’s license
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📌 Intermediate Planner (Policy Planning) (Kingston)
🏢 Town of Milton
📍 Kingston
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