Senior Planner, Long Range Planning

Position Summary

Situated on the picturesque Grand River, the City of Brantford is a rapidly growing community of over 100,000 residents, located in the heart of Southern Ontario with direct access to Hwy. 403 and is in close proximity to the GTHA, Waterloo and Niagara regions. As a single-tier municipality, Brantford is responsible for the full spectrum of municipal service areas. We invite you to join our #TeamBrantford corporate culture with many progressive initiatives, including our hybrid work environment. The City is committed to the professional development of our staff and invite you to come, grow with us!

Reporting to the Manager of Long Range Planning, the Senior Planner, Long Range Planning will provide expert advice and recommendations on a wide range of policy planning issues, including the implementation of the City of Brantford Official Plan and Neighbourhood Block Plan process, by-laws (e.g. Zoning By-law, site plan, parkland dedication) and guidelines (e.g. urban design manual), cultural heritage planning and programs, Community Improvement initiatives, development monitoring/statistics and growth management. The Senior Planner, Long Range Planning will manage key projects such as an Official Plan update/conformity exercise including the review of existing polices intended to guide growth.. The successful applicant will prepare reports and presentations to City Council and Committees, respond to inquiries and liaise with other City and agency staff, consultants, development proponents, stakeholders and the general public. On occasion, the Senior Planner, Long Range Planning may be required to respond to Provincial planning initiatives affecting the City (e.g. changes to the Provincial Planning Statement, Planning Act and other legislation, regulations and plans) and may also provide recommendations on development proposals and applications including Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments, Draft Plans of Subdivision/Condominium, and Site Plans. The Senior Planner will be expected to provide guidance to junior planning staff in the Department.
This position will involve time working at City Hall and time working from home, to be set out in a Work From Home Agreement, with periodic evening meetings.

Qualifications

• A degree in Urban and Regional Planning or closely related field
• Minimum five (5) years of progressive experience in planning within a municipal environment
• Preference will be given to candidates with direct experience working with Official Plans and secondary, neighbourhood or block plans, by-laws and amendments
• Full membership in the Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) is preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in the application and interpretation of the Planning Act and other relevant legislation (e.g. Ontario Heritage Act, Municipal Act), policies and guidelines
• Demonstrated experience in developing and leading effective community/stakeholder engagement programs
• Strong leadership, project management, dispute resolution, negotiation and facilitation skills
• Ability to work effectively in both team situations and with minimal supervision
• Ability to provide a solution oriented, customer service approach using good judgement, creativity and strategic thinking
• Accomplished skills and experience in statistical analysis, research, evaluation and policy development
• Excellent written, verbal and visual communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines in a demanding environment

As a condition of employment, proof of current and valid certificate(s) and/or educational qualifications will be required.

What We Offer

The City of Brantford is an equal opportunity employer that values equity, diversity and inclusion. At the City of Brantford, people are our priority. #TeamBrantford employees are our most valuable resource and we believe it's important to offer a competitive total rewards package.

Paid training and professional development, the flexibility to work from home in some positions and wellness and work life balance are just some of the great things the City of Brantford has to offer. When you work with us, you'll know you're doing important work that matters and helps build a better Brantford. Come grow with us.

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