Purpose

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Planner is responsible for processing planning and development applications, short-term planning and any other matters related to the comprehensive and orderly land-use development of North Kawartha Township independently and in conjunction with appointed planning consultants. This role provides information and advice to staff and the community related to building, land-use planning and zoning by-laws. The incumbent will assist in the implementation of long-term planning policies for the Municipality.

Responsibilities

- 1.Review and process applications under the Planning Act. This may include but is not limited to: pre-consultations, minor variances, consents, zoning by-law amendments, removal of holding provisions, interim control by-laws, siteplan control, and official plan amendments.
- 2.Prepare, attend and present reports to Council and Committee of Adjustment, including applications not directly related to planning (e.g. special events).
- 3.Respond to planning inquiries from realtors, lawyers, ratepayers, contractors, and the public in a polite and impartial manner.
- 4.Liaise and consult with commenting agencies and upper-tier government officials for various planning applications such as official plan amendments, zoning by-law amendments and consent applications.
- 5.Review building permit applications for zoning by-law and applicable law compliance.
- 6.Attend and/or host public meetings and open houses to interact with and provide information to the public and to government agencies.




- 7.Engage in any customer service and administration activities related to planning services and processes, providing a high level of service to ratepayers and/or their agents.
- 8.Maintain files related to Records Retention by-law, while ensuring security and confidentiality of all records and personal information under control of the Township in accordance with legislation.
- 9.Participate in local and regional committees, either intergovernmental or community based.
- 10.Coordinate, analyze and prepare data and mapping for notices, presentations and research projects utilizing Municipal data and GIS.
- 11.Provide Township and Ministry/Agency staff with maps, reports and other materials, as requested.
- 12.Manage and process applications for the Community Improvement Plan.
- 13.Participate in all aspects of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and maintain knowledge of municipal policies.
- 14.Pursue (or has acquired) on-going professional development associated with professional qualifications and to ensure most current knowledge of legislation and changing planning processes.
- 15.Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Competencies

- Ability to interpret and apply policy and legislation
- Robust decision-making and problem-solving ability




- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Presentation skills and ability to speak effectively in front of a group
- Customer service expertise
- Research and analytical ability
- Sense of collaboration and ability to work in a team environment
- Time management and ability to work under deadlines.

Knowledge, Training and Qualifications

- Post-secondary education in Planning, Geography or related discipline.
- Minimum two years’ experience in municipal land use planning.
- Must be a member of or eligible for membership with the Ontario Professional Planning Institute (OPPI) with qualification or designation achievement per the OPPI (Registered Professional Planner (RPP)).
- Knowledge and understanding of the Planning Act, Municipal Act, Places to Grow Act, Provincial Policy Statement, and other related policies and legislation.
- Understanding of applicable law, policies, by-laws and regulations pertaining to planning approvals and building permit processes.
- Knowledge of Municipality’s by-laws and complaint process.
- Ability to deal with frequent interruptions and competing priorities.
- Knowledge and experience using a wide range of computer programs such as: MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Adobe), GIS and Keystone Complete, and Cloud permit.
- Valid Class G driver license.
- In accordance with Township policy, this position requires as a condition of employment that you provide a Criminal Record Check that is acceptable to the Township.

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