Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer-Clerk, The Planning Administrator is responsible for administering and processing development applications submitted under the Planning Act and other applicable legislation, ensuring all statutory requirements and timelines are met.

The Planning

Administrator also assists the Chief Administrative Officer with economic development initiatives, including business retention and expansion, investment attraction, community promotion and implementation of the Township’s Economic Development Strategy.

Responsibilities

- Responds to inquiries pertaining to the Township’s Official Plan, Zoning bylaws and related regulations, policies and procedures and educates all stakeholders on planning policies
- Receives, reviews, and fully processes planning applications for development including site plan control, minor variance, consents, road closures and shore road licenses, and subdivisions
- Ensures all public notices for planning applications are completed and posted as required
- Works with planning consultants as necessary to prepare reports on planning applications and matters within the Township
- Submits planning appeals creating the Clerk’s Record, all affidavits and supporting documentation
- Prepare agendas, minutes, and correspondence for Planning Committees
- Attends evening meetings and acts as the administration and recording secretary for Planning Committees and executes decisions and resolutions of Council pertaining to planning
- Provides on-going planning advice to the Township regarding Official Plan conformity and provincial policy statement
- Assists with implementation of the Economic Development Strategy; working with businesses, organizing networking opportunities, creating reports and policy related to community growth
- Ensures maintenance of the Geographic Information System
- Responds to compliance letters and building permit applications for zoning compliance




- Assists with general policy development for Township matters
- Maintains department and property records according to the retention policy
- Attends and presents at evening Council meetings as requested
- Such further duties as may be determined by the CAO from time to time

Required Abilities, Knowledge, and Skills
- Robust interpersonal and public relations skills, interact effectively and courteously with all stakeholders with excellent communication skills
- Work under pressure to meet deadline and /or peak period workloads
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe, and excellent computer skills; working with GIS and websites
- Demonstrated experience in political acuity, customer service delivery, conflict resolution and confidentiality
- Thorough understanding of the Planning Act, Municipal Act, Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and other pertinent legislation related to the position
- Ability to research, read and interpret municipal planning documents and surveys and other related legislation
- Must have and maintain an Ontario Drivers “G” License

Education and Experience
- Minimum college diploma or certificate in a related discipline from an accredited college / university
- AMCTO Municipal Administration Program, Primer on Planning and Land Use Law courses or willingness to obtain
- Two (2) years municipal experience or in a related field preferably in a Clerk’s Department

This position offers a comprehensive benefit package including OMERS as provided in the Collective Agreement. The starting wage will be $30.53/hr based on a 40-hour work week. Please submit cover letter and resume to the undersigned. Applications will be accepted until Friday, October 2, 2026; the position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Nicky Kunkel

CAO Clerk Treasurer

365 Hwy 531 Bonfield ON P0H 1E0

[email protected]

Pay: From $30.53 per hour

Benefits

- Company pension
- Dental care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Planning Administrator (Bonfield)
🏢 Township of Bonfield
📍 Bonfield