Planning TechnicianApply: Wayne Thomson Building: Full time: Posted 5 Days Ago: JR100631If you are currently employed with the City of Niagara Falls, please apply internally through the Workday Jobs Hub app of your Workday account in order for your application to be processed as an internal applicant.*Closing Date (closes at 11:59 pm on date noted below):October 9, 2026Job Type:Contract (Fixed Term)Department:Current PlanningHourly:$36.42 - $37.85Union:Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 133Hours per week:35Openings:1 Vacancy Status:This is a fixed-term contract to backfill an existing vacancy.This position also acts as backup for the Secretary Treasurer of the Committee of Adjustment and the Planning Clerk. Responsible For: Intake and processing of all planning applications using Cityview software.

Create and distribute public notices, advertisements, etc. for applications, meetings and events and create location maps using the Cityview software. Track and process all security deposits for site plan applications, as assigned.

Process minor planning applications under the Planning Act.

Post all public notices on the City website and ensures all documents are AODA compliant.

Coordinate the intake and payment of pre-consultation applications program including but not limited to scheduling of the bi-monthly meeting with applicants/developers and commenting stakeholders, preparing agreements etc.

Assist Department staff with research, background information and special projects as assigned.

Update the website as required for the Planning department.

Take minutes and attends meetings involving the public and/or appointed committees, as required.

Attend public open houses, public sessions and other evening and weekend meetings as required.





Provide back-up when necessary for front line customer service staff regarding inquiries concerning Planning, Building and Development and directing to the appropriate staff liaison.

Position Requirements: Minimum is a diploma in Planning (Planning Technician, Geography, Urban Studies etc.).

Minimum one (1) year of previous planning experience considered an asset. Sound knowledge of Ontario Planning legislation and Provincial policies.

Ability to accurately read and interpret construction drawings, surveys, legal descriptions, and legal documents.

Excellent organizational, mathematical and time management skills required for applications processed under the Planning Act.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills that foster positive public/municipal working relationships, and ability to interact and engage effectively with municipal staff, developers, consultants, residents, businesses, and other government agencies.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to act with integrity and discretion during the handling of confidential materials, in meetings and other settings.

Intermediate skills in current application processing software and other software programs and applications utilized by the department, including CityView, Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word & Excel), GIS, Adobe, Laserfiche, etc* Ability to work under tight deadlines involving multiple projects and demands at any one time. Considered Assets: Membership with the Ontario Skilled Planners’ Institute or the Canadian Association of certified Planning Technicians.

- AMCTO Municipal Administration Program’s Primer on Planning Course. Working Conditions:Standard office environment Equipment And Tools Used:General office equipment and applicable software. **Please submit your application including a cover letter and resume through Workday using the apply button above.

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