Zoning Examiner - Oakville, Canada - Town of Oakville

Town of Oakville

Verified Company

Oakville, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Job Details:

Permanent Full-Time (CUPE 1329):

Posting Status:

Open to all current Town of Oakville employees and external applicants
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Closing Date:

Applications for this position must be received at by no later than 11:59 pm on April 29, 2024.**:

We offer:

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A defined benefit pension plan (OMERS):

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Comprehensive health plan complemented with life and disability insurance:

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A progressive work environment that promotes a work/life balance and strives to be a great place for great people to do great things:

Responsibilities:

Respond to inquiries from the public, internal staff, external agencies and professional disciplines, such as architects, planners and surveyors, through written correspondence or verbal communication
Attend preconsultation meetings to provide zoning interpretation and feedback for development proposals
Provide expert advice in the development of draft zoning bylaws
Support Committee of Adjustment services, including attendance at hearings / meetings as required
Maintain and update data, records and bylaw amendments in relation to zoning administration
Provide ad hoc assistance on special projects / initiatives
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Successful completion of a relevant postsecondary diploma or degree such as architecture or urban planning combined with at least three years of zoning or relevant work experience
Comprehensive knowledge of the Planning Act and Building Code Act, including applicable regulations and statues and legal procedures
Proven knowledge of and ability to navigate and interpret municipal zoning bylaw regulations, architectural drawings, legal surveys and legally binding agreements / documents
Exceptional analytical skills, attention to detail, report writing and problem solving skills combined with effective organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure
Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as interpersonal and conflict management skills to deal effectively and confidently at all levels of the organization, with key stakeholders, citizens and business professionals
Strong organizational skills, ability to multitask, prioritize, meet deadlines and manage workload independently as well as in a team environment
Professional designation with Canadian Association of Certified Planning Technicians (CACPT), or Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) would be considered an asset
Successful completion of Ontario Association of Committees of Adjustment & Consent Authorities' (OACA) Primer on Planning course and/or Ontario Building Officials Association's (OBOA) Land Use Planning and Zoning Enforcement course would be considered an asset
Flexible and capable of working extra hours, as need (e.g. attend evening meetings, etc.)

DATED:

April 8, 2024.

**We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.