Urban Planning Technician - Sault Ste. Marie, Canada - Ontario Aboriginal Housing Support Services Corporation

Ontario Aboriginal Housing Support Services Corporation
Ontario Aboriginal Housing Support Services Corporation
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Sault Ste. Marie, Canada

1 week ago

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Description

Position:
Urban Planning Technician

Closing:
Posting will remain open until filled

Term:
Full Time (35 hours per week)

Salary Range:
$44,100 - $51,820


Our Vision is "to lead the design, development, and delivery of sustainable and culturally appropriate housing that promotes excellence in the Indigenous community and organizational infrastructures.

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We are currently seeking an Urban Planning Technician to work from any of our office locations in Dryden, Sault Ste.

Marie, North Bay, Timmins, Peterborough, or Hamilton, ON.
- oriented, organized, enthusiastic individual who understands and appreciates how safe, affordable housing contributes to the quality of life and serves as a stable foundation.


PLEASE APPLY ON OUR CAREERS PAGE:

In meeting the objectives and vision of the organization, preference will be given to qualified individuals of First Nation, Métis, or Inuit ancestry, and are asked to self-identify on their cover letter.

Compensation:


In return for your ongoing excellent performance, strong work ethic, and commitment to our vision, mission, values, strategic plan, and the people we serve, Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services offers a comprehensive compensation package.


This comprehensive compensation package includes:


  • Challenging and fulfilling work; an inclusive and supportive team; and a work environment steeped in and guided by Indigenous culture;
  • Comprehensive medical & dental benefits + company vehicles available for fieldwork;
- $1000 Health Spending Account + $1000 Wellness Spending Account per employee;

  • Additional paid holidays (in addition to statutory holidays) include Louis Riel Day, National Indigenous Peoples Day, Remembrance Day, Easter Monday and Family Day;
  • Opportunity for cultural, educational, and other approved leaves;
  • Supported training opportunities for personal and professional development while reciprocally enhancing organizational capacity;
  • A competitive salary in the pay band 5, $44,100 $51,820.

Duties and responsibilities will include, but not be limited to the following:

  • Carry out investigations and compile information for planning studies and special projects, using reports, maps, and aerial photographs, or by inquiry and field examination;
  • Answer public inquiries requiring clarification and interpretation of the Official Plan, Zoning Bylaws and other municipal policies and regulations;
  • Assist in organizing and conducting preconsultation meetings, required public meetings, information sessions and presentations;
  • Prepare preliminary and final plans, maps, sketches and other graphics/displays for planning studies, planning projects, administrative reports and public meetings;
  • All other duties as assigned.
  • Two (2) year College diploma in Planning Technician, Urban and Regional Planning Technician or equivalent education and experience;
  • Two (2) to three (3) years' experience in a similar role;
  • Current membership or eligibility for membership in the Canadian Association of Certified Planning Technician (CACPT) and/or Ontario Professional Planner Institute (OPPI) would be an asset;
  • Applied, technical knowledge of applicable land use planning statutes, regulations, policies, standards, processes and best practices;
  • Strong computer skills in MS Office and GIS;
  • General knowledge of public relations;
  • Excellent customer service skills;
  • General knowledge of government structure, protocol, procedures, budgeting and funding;
  • General knowledge of routine office procedures, practices and equipment;
  • General knowledge of project management;
  • Understand, interpret and remain appraised of changing legislative and regulatory requirements;
  • Good communication skills both verbal and written; presentation skills;
  • Exercise sound judgment and good public relations, interact effectively with internal/external customers;
  • Computer proficiency in MS Office and GIS;
  • Accept direction and complete tasks as assigned with limited supervision;
  • Ability to work independently and in a team setting;
  • Ability to problem solve.

Conditions of employment:


  • Ability to travel as required (limited);
  • Ability to work varying hours/days;
  • Valid CPIC Clearance (Criminal Records check);
  • References;
  • Current, valid Ontario Driver's Licence and safe driving record (preferred).

For the Health and Safety of employees, all new employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of being hired by OAHS. For clarity, fully vaccinated means two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine and that at least 14 days have elapsed since completion of your vaccine series. OAHS will require proof of full vaccination prior to an employee's start date.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Salary:
$44,100.00-$51,820.00 per year


Benefits:


  • Casual dress
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • RRSP match
  • Vision care
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