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Lead the Way in Ontario’s Land-Use Planning!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Are you passionate about making a difference in communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe? Do you want to play a role in shaping the future of Ontario and inform land use decisions that will impact the quality of life for citizens for generations to come?<\/p>\n

Consider this exciting Senior Planner opportunity with the Central Region Planning Branch at the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing to be part of a high-performing and multi-disciplinary team of professionals implementing provincial land-use planning policies and programs and creating communities with increased access to places to live, work and play for all Ontarians.<\/p>\n

As a member of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to lead projects that inform government decisions on municipal official plans and other planning initiatives, tackle complex local and regional planning issues, and collaborate with municipalities and various stakeholders.<\/p>\n

We foster a dynamic, inclusive environment where collaboration is key to tackling complex challenges. Our office is welcoming and encouraging. We provide a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of land use planning in Canada’s most populous region. Our leadership team is approachable, kind, and dedicated to helping everyone succeed.<\/p>\n

If you’re ready to make a significant impact and be part of shaping the future of Ontario, we invite you to take the leap and join our team at the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.<\/p>\n

Want to learn more? Come to our Virtual Information Session.<\/strong>
Join the hiring managers and other MMAH staff on Thursday May 15, 2025 EST from 12:00pm-1:00pm to find out more about the job, the teams and what it is like working at the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. Please register\u00a0here\u00a0for the session. You are welcome to participate anonymously. If you can’t make it \u2013 no problem. Attendance at the session is optional and will have no impact on hiring decisions.<\/p>\n

Find us here:<\/strong>
LinkedIn:\u00a0https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/ontario-ministry-of-municipal-affairs-and-housing\/<\/a>
Ontario.ca: \u00a0Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing | ontario.ca<\/a><\/p>\n

About the job<\/strong><\/p>\n

In this role, you will:
\u2022 serve as a project lead on the review of municipal official plans at all stages, from preliminary implementation planning through impact analysis and effective project tracking
\u2022 review and analyze municipal planning documents and other planning initiatives for consistency with provincial interests
\u2022 provide sound planning advice and recommendations on behalf of the Ministry regarding implementation of provincial land use planning policy, legislation and programs
\u2022 consult with and build collaborative relationships with municipalities, ministries, Indigenous communities and stakeholders
\u2022 lead negotiations to resolve planning and policy issues
\u2022 represent the Ministry at various events and committees<\/p>\n

What you bring to the team<\/strong><\/p>\n

Technical knowledge<\/p>\n

You have:
\u2022 knowledge of and experience in interpreting and applying land use planning systems and processes, policies, and legislation (e.g. the Provincial Planning Statement and, the Planning Act)
\u2022 knowledge of planning theories, principles, practices and standards and can testify as an expert in land-use planning matters before the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) as necessary<\/p>\n

Project management and organizational skills<\/p>\n

You have:
\u2022 leadership and organizational skills to oversee multiple projects and manage diverse, multi-disciplinary teams from conception through to completion
\u2022 experience in assigning tasks, tracking progress, and reporting results effectively<\/p>\n

Communication, negotiation and relationship management skills<\/p>\n

You have:
\u2022 experience consulting and managing relationships with contacts at all levels, including ministries and stakeholders
\u2022 the ability to build consensus, negotiate, mediate, and resolve conflicts
\u2022 proficiency in documenting and sharing complex information with senior management, staff, ministries, and municipal planners
\u2022 the ability to create reports, briefing materials, and presentations
\u2022 skills in consulting, advising, and facilitating to develop and implement planning policies and programs with ministries and stakeholders<\/p>\n

Research and analytical skills<\/p>\n

You can:
\u2022 evaluate strategies, identify issues, and provide recommendations on planning matters
\u2022 conduct research and analyze findings to identify impacts and develop options
\u2022 perform complex studies and create models and plans for various planning activities
\u2022 assess policy changes, identify gaps, and evaluate their impacts
\u2022 prioritize issues and monitor financial performance and productivity<\/p>\n

Don’t meet every qualification?<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!<\/p>\n

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility<\/strong><\/p>\n

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.<\/p>\n

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario’s\u00a0Human Rights Code<\/em><\/a>\u00a0and the\u00a0Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005<\/em><\/a>.\u00a0We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer \u00a0accommodation\u00a0<\/a>to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please \u00a0contact us<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:<\/p>\n