Job Title: Planner
Bargaining Unit: CUPE 3251
Language Requirement: English Essential
Vacancy Status: Existing vacancy
Cornwall is a beautiful community with a population of 47,000 situated on the banks of the St. Lawrence River in Eastern Ontario. The city offers a wide array of urban amenities, making it an excellent place for a career and raising a family. With a growing economy, expanding population and fantastic quality of life, there has never been a better time to start the next phase of your career with the City of Cornwall! Cornwall is a diverse and progressive community where residents and partners feel safe, welcomed, and enjoy a high quality of life supported by access to financially responsible and sustainable municipal services and infrastructure.
Position Summary
The Planner is responsible for coordinating planning and development initiatives within the municipality. This role involves preparing reports, reviewing development applications, and contributing to policies and strategies that guide sustainable growth and recreation planning. The Planner works closely with internal teams and external developers and agencies to ensure compliance with municipal regulations and to support community development goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Review, analyze, and process development applications, including minor variances, zoning amendments, subdivision plans, site plans, and official plan amendments.
- Conduct research and prepare detailed planning reports, presentations, and recommendations for municipal committees and Council.
- Develop, implement, and monitor municipal planning policies, regulations, and guidelines in alignment with community goals and provincial legislation.
- Support the preparation and updating of official plans, zoning by-laws, and other planning documents.
- Provide advice and guidance to applicants, consultants, and members of the public on planning processes and requirements.
- Conduct site visits and assessments to evaluate land use and development proposals.
- Collaborate with internal departments to coordinate planning efforts related to infrastructure, and community development.
- Represent the municipality at public meetings, open houses, and consultations to provide information on planning initiatives.
- Monitor and analyze trends, best practices, and policy changes in planning and development.
- Assist with the coordination of special projects or studies related to long-term planning and environmental sustainability.
Leadership of Others
Position Requirements
Education & Certifications
- Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, or a related field.
- Membership or eligibility for membership with a professional planning organization (e.g., Canadian Institute of Planners).
Experience
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in municipal planning or a related field.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Planning Knowledge: Strong understanding of the Planning Act of Ontario, municipal planning legislation, policies, and procedures.
- Technical Proficiency: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, GIS software and other tools used in land-use planning and analysis.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to prepare and present clear reports and recommendations.
- Organization: Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, meet deadlines, and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Problem-Solving: Effective decision-making skills, with the ability to address complex planning challenges.
- Collaboration: Ability to collaborate effectively with planning staff, consultants, and members of the public.
- Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in preparing documents, maps, and analyses.
Working Conditions
- Work is primarily office-based role with periodic site visits to assess development proposals or gather data.
- Standard business hours, Monday to Friday, with occasional evening or weekend work required for public meetings or special projects.
- Cognitive demands include organizing technical findings into clear, objective narratives for reports and presentations and exercising sound judgment when interpreting policies or resolving competing priorities among interest-holders.
- Physical demands include extended periods of sitting and looking at a computer screen.
If selected for this role, you will need to provide:
- Successful reference check (two work-related references, with a minimum of one being a direct supervisor)
- Satisfactory Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check
- Proof of certifications
Additional Information:
The Corporation of The City of Cornwall strives to promote and demonstrate the values of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. We are committed to reflecting the diversity of the community we serve and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds and abilities to apply. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
The City of Cornwall is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At the City, we respect, encourage and celebrate our diversity. The City of Cornwall is committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Please save a copy of this posting for your records. Please ensure that your application clearly demonstrates how you meet each of the required qualifications. Please note, selection for further consideration will be based on the information you provide in your application. Interviews may be conducted virtually through Microsoft Teams or in-person.
To see the full job posting, please visit https://www.cornwall.ca/en/city-hall/careers.aspx
