Planner Job at Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (Municipal Services Office - West) is looking for a land use planner to implement Ontario's land use planning framework and work closely with Western Ontario municipalities. Please consider this exciting opportunity to bring your policy, technical, analytical and relationship-building skills to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing!
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.
We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.
OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:
We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.
We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.
What can I expect to do in this role?
In this role, you will:- provide advisory and information services to municipalities in order to enhance municipal operational effectiveness and improve decision-making
- implement a wide range of ministry and provincial policies and programs
- analyze municipal documents including official plans, development applications, municipal and provincial planning issues
- assist in formulating policies and strategies and promote a variety of provincial initiatives related to land use planning
- liaise, coordinate and work closely with other ministries and agencies
How do I qualify?
Mandatory
- valid driver's licence to travel to remote locations not accessible by public transit
Knowledge of Land Use Planning and Policy Development
- You have knowledge of and experience in Ontario land use planning systems and the ability to interpret and apply related legislation and policies.
- You have knowledge of policy development and decision-making processes.
Research and Analytical Skills
- You have research skills to undertake complex studies, analyze complex planning related information and develop models related to a range of planning activities, such as environmental, land use and social planning issues.
- You have analytical skills to identify impacts, indicate solutions and make recommendations.
Communication and Negotiation Skills
- You have oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate complex information to advise and collaborate with ministries, municipal councils, officials and planning groups.
- You have well-developed decision-making, consultation, resolution and negotiation skills.
Leadership and Organizational Skills
- You have organization, leadership, and project management skills to participate in multi-disciplinary teams and projects.
Computer Proficiency
- You are proficient with word processing, data management and spreadsheet software applications to perform analysis and prepare reports.
Additional Information:
Address:
- 1 Permanent, 659 Exeter Rd, London, West Region
Compensation Group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Understanding the job ad - definitions
Schedule:
6
Category:
Lands and Resources
Posted on:
Friday, December 16, 2022
Note:
- W-MA-192600/22
Effective, January 1st, 2023 the correct salary range for this position will be $1,365.88 to $1,718.08 per week in compliance with OPSEU collective agreement provisions.
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