Position SummarySituated on the picturesque Grand River, the City of Brantford is a growing community of over 100,000 residents, located in the heart of Southern Ontario with direct access to Hwy. 403 and in close proximity to the GTHA, Waterloo and Niagara regions. The City is a single‐tier municipality responsible for the full spectrum of municipal service areas.ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Manager of Development Planning, the Development Planning Lead will supervise and mentor a team of development planners in the review of the full range of development applications to ensure these files advance within prescribed timelines. The Lead will assist the Manager with day‑to‑day activities and tasks related to processing complex development files, act as a key point of contact for the development community, and ensure that development planning review activities are delivered in accordance with City procedures and policies, Provincial legislation, and best practices. The Lead will also aid in the review or preparation of various reports to the Committee of Adjustment, Planning Committee, City Council, or other advisory committees. In addition, the Lead will independently process complex development applications under the Planning Act, including but not limited to official plan and zoning by‑law amendments, draft plans of subdivision and condominium approvals, and site plan approvals.QualificationsFour (4) year University Degree in Planning from a Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) accredited planning program or equivalent.Minimum five (5)



years of municipal planning and development review experience, with a minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience or equivalent preferred.Full membership in Ontario Skilled Planners Institute (OPPI) and/or Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP), and Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation, or equivalent(s).Experience in supervising and directing staff work is an asset.Ability to lead and inspire others in a team environment.Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, research, report writing, organizational, leadership, interpersonal, negotiation, and supervisory skills.Working knowledge of local and provincial government functions and responsibilities related to municipal planning and labour/employee relations principles.Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to deal courteously and effectively with all levels of staff and government, elected officials, local boards/commissions, community groups, organizations, and the general public, respecting confidentiality.Skill and efficiency in the use of computer applications, including MS Office, Microsoft Teams, ArcGIS, and other applicable software.Valid class G driver’s licence in good standing with own vehicle for corporate business.IMS 200 Certification or equivalent (ICS200) is considered an asset; certification must be achieved within the first year of employment.WAGE/SALARY RANGE: $58.49 to $73.11 per hour (based on a 35‑hour work week) plus benefits.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Development Planning Lead - C$58.5 - C$73.1 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 City of Brantford
📍 Winnipeg