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Reporting to the Director of Planning, the Senior Planner manages the day-to-day workflow of development applications, provides professional planning opinions, and holds responsibility for Land Division Committee meetings. The successful applicant will hold a university degree in Planning or a related field and possess 4 years of related municipal experience. They will also be a member of the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) in good standing, with a Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation with the Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI).

This position reports to the County of Haliburton Administration Office, Monday - Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm. The salary range is $100,260.30 to $117,290.37 and includes participation in the OMERS defined benefit pension program and comprehensive extended healthcare benefits. Please see the below job description.

Please submit a detailed resume indicating your skills and experience no later than Thursday July 31, 2025 at 4:30pm. Please send your resume to:

Sarah Hume, Human Resources Manager
shume@haliburtoncounty.ca

We thank all who apply for this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The County of Haliburton is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation can be provided in all steps of the hiring process. For accommodation options and to ensure full and equal access during the recruitment and selection process, contact Human Resources.

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the information gathered will be used solely for the purpose of job selection.

POSITION SYNOPSIS AND PURPOSE

Reporting to the Director of Planning, the Senior planner is responsible for the administrative and technical processing of Development Applications as related to the County’s mandate under Provincial legislation (i.e. Planning Act), including Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments, Consents, Site Plans as well as Plan of Subdivisions and Condominiums. This position also aids in special policy projects and other corporate initiatives overseen by the Director.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Land Use Planning (80%)

• Responsible for the day to day management of development applications submitted to the County for approval and on behalf of the County.
• Provide guidance and information to County and local municipal staff, Council, other relevant public agencies, and the general public regarding the County planning process, Official Plan policies, and other relevant planning policies.
• Review, process, and formulate planning opinions on complex planning proposals and projects within a community planning context (proposals and projects to include plans of subdivisions applications, official plan and zoning amendment applications, site plan applications, minor variance and consent applications, part lot control applications, plan of condominium applications and other comprehensive projects or special studies as assigned).
• Process major planning proposals and projects to consist of: circulating to departments and agencies for comment; coordinating and analyzing comments; conducting research; attending and conducting site visits, preparing reports and recommendations; attending and presenting at the Land Division Committee; preparing implementation documents (by-laws, official plan amendments, conditions of draft plan approval); providing comments on subdivision, rezoning, condominium and site plan agreements, and on community information maps.
• Respond to general inquiries and provide effective and informative customer service.
• Responsible for the review and preparation of Land Division applications and planning reports, including attending Land Division Committee meetings;
• Attend meetings as required.
• Maintain up-to-date land use planning knowledge and updated legislation through attending seminars and courses and reading industry publications.
• Provide guidance to technical service and administration staff on assigned planning proposals and projects.
• Conducts site inspections to ensure compliance.
• Assist in the preparation of Ontario Land Tribunal documents as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Special Projects (10%)

• Assist in the identification of priorities and projects to enhance the planning function of the County.
• Assist in preparation of Terms of Reference and Planning Policy, as necessary.
• Attend meetings, as required.
• Assist in research and the preparation of reports related to special projects, as necessary.
• Assist in the development of business case information and in the processing of funding applications to senior levels of government.

GIS (10%)

• Assist in identifying projects and information which can be considered for development as a GIS layer
• Creation of maps for land use planning purposes (applications, reports, meetings).
• Utilize GIS software in the review of Planning Applications, provision of customer services and reports to Council or Committee.
• Functional ability to use ESRI software.

*Note: All activities are expected to be performed in a safe manner, in accordance with the
Occupational Health and Safety Act and its Regulations, along with Corporate Safety policies,
procedures and programs. In addition, all necessary personal protective equipment must be used
and maintained in good condition.

DECISION MAKING AND INDEPENDENCE

a) 3 examples of the types of decisions that are made or issues/situations that are dealt
with on a regular basis and how judgement is used to resolve them:

1. Confirm completeness of application, provide confirmation and process within legislated timelines;
2. Meet and provide pre-consultation and planning on applications; and,
3. Research, review, develop planning opinion and provide such in written form.

b) 3 examples of situation or problems that are referred to the supervisor for direction or
resolution:

1. Staff reports with recommendations on planning applications;
2. Responding to local municipalities related to policy interpretation or development; and,
3. Research projects on planning policy recommendations

REQUIRED TRAINING
Orientation which includes

• All Corporate Policies/Procedures
• WHMIS GHS Training
• Respect in the Workplace
• MOL Worker H & S Training
• AODA
• OPPI Continuous Professional Learning – minimum 18 Learning Units/18 hours per year.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

a) Education

• 4 year university degree in Planning or a degree in a related field

b) Experience

• 4 year’s related experience preferably in a municipal environment.

c) Knowledge/Skill/Ability

• Strong time and task management skills.
• Ability to organize and manage competing responsibilities.
• Ability to work successfully both independently and in a team.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Access and PowerPoint programs.
• Ability to use GIS applications, preferably ESRI.
• Ability to operate office equipment.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (asset)

• Membership with the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP)
• Registered Professional Planner (RPP)
• Primer on Planning from AMCTO

EXPERIENCE
Competence should be achieved by a new person within one (1) year.

POSITION CLASSIFICATION
Position Title: Senior Planner
Department: Planning
Work Location: Administration Office
Reports to (Direct): Director of Planning
Position(s) Supervised Indirectly: Receptionist/Administrative Assistant
Effective Date: March 2022
Revision Date: July 2025
Salary Range: $100,260.30 - $117,290.37
Hours Per Week: 40