Intermediate Planner - Kingston, Canada - City of Kingston

City of Kingston

Verified Company

Kingston, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Opening Statement
We acknowledge that the City of Kingston is situated on traditional Anishinabek (Ah
- nish-in-ah-bay), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-o-show-nee) and Huron-Wendat (huron-wen-dat) territory and is the home of many Indigenous peoples. We are grateful to reside and work on this land.

Kingston is a smart, livable city in the heart of eastern Ontario. Its stable and diversified economy includes global corporations, innovative start-ups and all levels of government.

Kingstonians enjoy a high quality of life with access to world-class education and research institutions, advanced healthcare facilities, affordable living and vibrant entertainment and tourism activities.

Position Summary
Reporting to the Supervisor, Development Approvals, this position is responsible for the following:

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepare associated reports and recommendations to Planning Committee/Committee of Adjustment and Council

Assist in the completion of policy planning projects, specialized land use studies and research activities associated with the long range growth planning

Advise individuals, commenting agencies, and other local bodies on planning matters

Assist with general planning administration

Represent the City at Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) hearings

Adhere to the City of Kingston's policies and code of conduct

Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications, Competencies
4 year degree in Planning, Geography, Urban Studies, or equivalent

Masters' degree preferred

Three (3) years' recent related experience in planning, preferably in a municipal setting

Must have excellent understanding of municipal government with a well-developed ability to interpret policies and regulations of the Planning Act, the Provincial Policy Statement and other applicable municipal and provincial legislation

Must demonstrate corporate competencies:
Customer Focus, Results Orientation, Integrity, and Teamwork
Skills, Abilities, Work Demands
Excellent oral and written communication skills with effective interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks with changing priorities and to present information and issues in a clear and concise manner

Must possess superior customer service skills

Proficient skills in Microsoft Office

Must obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal reference check

Must possess and maintain a valid class "G" driver's license
Closing Statement

Your resumé must demonstrate how you meet position requirements. Please upload to your profile any educational Degrees, Diplomas and/or Certificates that are relevant and required for the position. We thank all who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.