PRINCIPAL PLANNER Full-time Job

Reporting to the Manager, Development Planning or designate, the Principal Planner is responsible for providing professional planning expertise, judgement and recommendations, undertaking complex work projects, and processing development applications.

Responsibilities:

• Processing complex development applications such as subdivisions, condominiums, Official Plan amendments, site plans and rezonings;
• Coordinating and undertaking major complex planning project, tasks and studies either individually or as a leader of a project team;
• Implementing urban design guidelines, providing professional planning advice, including expert testimony at the Ontario Land Tribunal (O.L.T) and other such tribunals;
• Drafting reports, agreements and by-laws, and monitoring and interpreting legislation and policies;
• Participating in the development and maintenance of the City’s Official Plan, Zoning By-law and/or other planning instruments;
• Representing the Division/Branch/Department/City in various forums;
• Providing assistance to the Manager in the administration of the Division;
• Presenting to standing committees, council and to the public and outside agencies/groups;
• Participating in various Departmental/Corporate Projects;
• Supervising certain planning functions;
• Providing professional planning advice;
• Responding to inquiries from the public, development industry, landowners, Councillors, and staff;
• Liasing with staff, other departments, outside agencies and consultants;
• Performing other duties as assigned; and
• Support and demonstrate the City of Oshawa core values of Authenticity, Courage and Trust.

Requirements:

• Demonstrated knowledge and skills generally associated with the completion of a four (4) year University Degree in Urban Planning, plus a minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional planning experience, preferably in a municipal environment; or have the equivalent combination of formal education and relevant experience
• Working knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office applications and related software and willing to train on specialized computer software related to planning matters
• Strong research, analytical and reasoning skills
• Proven ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships
• Ability to work on own initiative and adaptive to changing circumstances with limited supervision
• Possess a high degree of knowledge of provincial/regional planning legislation that affect the City

Posting End Date: 2024/04/22

Registered Professional Planner (RPP) accreditation is preferred. Ability to provide own transportation between work sites as required This position is eligible for hybrid work.

As a condition of employment, the City of Oshawa will require successful candidates to undergo a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check.

A progressive city of 187,800 people located just a short 30-minute drive from Toronto, the City of Oshawa is one of Canadas fastest growing communities that is exceptionally positioned to live, work, learn and invest. Its strategic pursuit of sustainable growth, excellent community service delivery and co-operative partnerships have enhanced its quality of life advantage, while maintaining a strong commitment to financial stewardship.