Website Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake
The Senior Policy Planner, under the direction of the Manager of Policy and Heritage Planning, will primarily be responsible for the interpretation of Provincial, Regional and Municipal Policy Plans, guidelines, zoning by-laws, and other planning documents where those by-laws, policies and documents apply to municipal planning policy and implementation and recommend changes to municipal documents and by-laws where required in a timely and efficient manner. The Senior Policy Planner will be responsible for policy projects, such as the review and update of the Town’s Official Plan, Secondary Planning, project management of consultants for special projects, housing portfolio, and community design guidelines.
The successful candidate will have:
- University Degree in Urban or Regional Planning or directly related field.
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in planning. Experience within a municipality is considered an asset.
- MCIP/RPP full designation required.
- Experience in a leadership role preferred.
- Demonstrated project management experience is preferred.
- High flexibility with strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse environment.
- Familiarity with techniques for interacting with in person, virtually and over the telephone.
- Strong sense of ethics and integrity and the ability to handle sensitive or private information with tact and discretion.
- Ability to effectively speak publicly to facilitate meetings and make presentations.
- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to work individually as well as part of a team.
- Demonstrated time management skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting demands.
Candidates with demonstrable skills and experiences that align with our core competencies will be considered.
Every application will be reviewed holistically, with emphasis on potential for growth and the ability to adapt.
We encourage applications that provide a thorough outline of skills and abilities relevant to the role, even if traditional qualifications are not met.
Applicants must apply through the Town website www.notl.com. Resumes and supporting documentation will be accepted until Monday, April 28, 2025.
The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request.
We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
To apply for this job please visit www.notl.com.