Employment Opportunity – Land Use Planner

Position open until 4:30 pm June 30th, 2026

May 4, 2026

The Corporation of the Town of Cochrane

Employment Opportunity - Land Use Planner

Job Title

Land Use Planner

Department

Administration

Location

Cochrane, Ontario

Chief Administration Officer (CAO)

Rate of Pay

$ to $88,573 (Under Review)

Benefits and Defined Benefit Pension

Hours of Work

Monday to Friday 8:30-4:30pm, Some evenings and weekends

Position Status

Permanent Full time

Application Deadline

By 4:30 pm, Thursday May 21, 2026

Job Summary

LAND USE PLANNER

Town of Cochrane, Ontario

Salary: $78, 706 to $88,573 (under review)

The Town of Cochrane is embarking on an exciting phase of growth and community development. From downtown revitalization to expanding residential opportunities, we are committed to enhancing quality of life for our residents while fostering sustainable economic growth.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Land Use Planner to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of our community while working in a collaborative and supportive environment.

The Position

Reporting to the CAO, you will be responsible for all matters under the Planning Act such as consent, minor variances, zoning, official plan amendments, plans of subdivision, site planning, public inquiries, and pre-consultations to processing complete applications. You will ensure that all inquiries, proposals and applications are moving forward promptly and according to legislative requirements and the Town’s planning and economic development strategy.



This is a full-time position with evening and occasional weekend meetings.

Minimum Qualifications

Key Qualifications

- Post secondary Degree in Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, Geography, or a closely related field.
- Approximately 3-5 years related experience in a land use planning office
- Eligible for membership with OPPI, OAA and/or OALA
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Creative problem-solving skills, initiative and reliability.
- Ability to: create graphic designs, development strategies, and render site plans via sketches and/or computer graphics; to work on several projects or issues simultaneously; to work independently or in a team environment; and to attend to details while keeping big-picture goals in mind
- As an asset, Crime prevention through environmental design and the ability to review projects from a CPTED and accessibility perspective; and LEED certification.

Requirements & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Planning & Development

- Reviewing and processing development applications, including consents, minor variances, rezonings, official plan amendments, and site plans
- Evaluating moderately complex development proposals for compliance with applicable policies,



regulations, and standards
- Preparing and present detailed reports and recommendations to Council
- Conducting research and analysis related to land use, growth trends, and planning initiatives
- Collecting and interpreting data to support planning decisions (e.g., land use, census data, tax base, occupancy rates)

Advisory & Governance

- Providing professional planning advice to Council, staff, developers, and the public
- Acting as staff liaison to the Committee of Adjustment and the Cochrane and Suburban Planning Board, including attendance at meetings and preparation of related reports
- Coordinating and participating in public consultations and stakeholder engagement processes
- Assisting in resolving land use and development-related inquiries and concerns

Collaboration & Community Development

- Working closely with internal departments, external agencies, developers, and community organizations
- Supporting community planning initiatives, including neighbourhood planning and urban revitalization efforts
- Collaborating with the CAO and EDO on economic development initiatives, including administration of Community Improvement Plan (CIP) programs
- Promoting Cochrane’s economic and social advantages to support growth

Project Coordination

- Coordinating the review of public and private development projects
- Overseeing consultants and technical studies as required
- Conducting site visits, inspections, and field evaluations

The Town of Cochrane is an equal opportunity employer committed

📌 Employment Opportunity – Land Use Planner (Northeastern Ontario)
🏢 Town of Cochrane
📍 Northeastern Ontario