Planner - Niagara, Canada - Niagara Region

Niagara Region

Verified Company

Niagara, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Division:

Planning & Development

Important Notices & Amendments:

As an employer of choice, Niagara Region offers competitive salaries and benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, a corporate wellness centre, access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), mentorship and training programs, employee recognition programs, and more.

In addition, the Region recognizes the value of having flexible work arrangements including hybrid work arrangements to support better work-life balance for our employees.

Where operational needs align, and while ensuring business requirements and customer service expectations are achieved, employees may have an opportunity to work within a hybrid model, combining working from home and working in the office.

About Us:

Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara.

Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries.

Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada's most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities.

Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada's most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario's most breathtaking countryside.

An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S.

neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.

For the Region's full employee equity statement, Working at Niagara Region - Niagara Region, Ontario.

Please note that effective February 12, 2023 mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations are no longer required as per the Niagara Region's amended COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

As a result, you will not be required to submit verification of your vaccination status before starting employment with the Niagara Region.

However, the Niagara Region continues to reserve the right to reintroduce vaccination requirements in the future if necessary to respond to changing public health advice and\or government direction.

The Niagara Region continues to strongly encourage everyone to remain up-to-date with vaccinations.

Job Summary

Education:

Postsecondary degree (4 year) in a Planning an accredited program or related field of study (e.g. Geography).
An equivalent combination of education, experience and qualifications may be considered.

Knowledge:

A minimum three (3) years of practical planning experience in land use planning and in policy and/or development.
Membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners and the Ontario Professional Planners Institute and Registered Professional Planner accreditation is preferred.
Working knowledge of the Planning Act and Regulations, Provincial policies, plans and guidelines, Regional Official Plan, Growth Management, infrastructure planning and environmental assessments, local planning policies and other related legislation.
Knowledge of project management practices.
Eligible to be qualified as an expert in planning to provide independent professional opinion before tribunals.

Responsibilities:

Develops and presents recommendations on new or revised programs and implementation.
Evaluates and interprets technical, legislative and policy information identifying implications and potential impacts of new Provincial legislation and policy directions.
Work with the Local Area Municipalities (LAMs), applicants, NPCA, NEC, other regional divisions/departments and interested parties to consider alternatives and resolve issues.
Conduct field investigations and site visits to support and supplement research activities.
Provide written comments, reports and advice. Document findings, prepare comments and reports and make recommendations on findings.
Complete work within strictly monitored and legislated timelines.
Remain current on new techniques, issues and legislation affecting community development, providing advice and recommendations on strategies.
Present Regional Planning policies and related information in a public forum to inform the public of existing, new or changes to existing policies and/or proposed policies.
Build relationships and trust with regional staff, clients, LAMS and other stakeholders.

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Prepare for and participate in meetings. (20% of time)_**- Represent the Plan