Senior Planner, Planning & Development
Vacancy: Yes
Posting #: CUPE-2026-32
Posting Period: July 8 – July 21, 2026
Employer Group: CUPE Local 4700 (Haldimand)
Reporting to: Supervisor, Planning & Development
Grade: 10 (Currently with a temporary labour market wage adjustment in place)
Wage Range Hourly: $50.299 - $46.651
Position Status: Permanent full-time
Work Hours: 35 per week
Location: Cayuga, ON (Haldimand County Administration Building)
- Interpersonal Communication
- Self-Direction
- Critical-Thinking
The incumbent will represent Haldimand County in providing professional planning services to members of the public. They will conduct research and analysis to offer professional advice and recommendations on land development, long-range planning, and policy development, ensuring that the quality of life in Haldimand County is sustained or improved. Additionally, they will ensure compliance with relevant Provincial legislation, Municipal by-laws, policies, and processes related to the services and advice provided.
- University Degree, four years or equivalent (Planning or related field).
- Over four years, up to and including five years of current related experience and orientation, training & adjustment on the job itself.
- Must be a member in good standing of the Canadian Institution of Planners (C.I.P.) and a Registered Professional Planner (RPP) in the Province of Ontario.
- Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Strong communication skills (oral, hearing and written).
- Strong research skills.
- Proven organization, analytical and time management skills.
- Proven project development & management skills.
- Proven ability to work independently or as a team member.
- Valid Ontario Driver’s license – Class G and access to a reliable vehicle as travel is required.
- Technology Aptitude:
- The incumbent must possess intermediate and advanced computer skills scored at 65% or higher for Outlook and at least one of Word/Excel/PowerPoint to ensure their:
- Proven ability to use desktop or department / division specific software packages on their own or combine information from different software packages to get the desired result,
- Solid understanding of the software to enable the incumbent to know the best tool to do the job efficiently,
- Knowledge to utilize software to develop quality reports, professional looking presentations, publications and/or to develop complex spreadsheets for analysis or presentation of data (including use of formulae).
The incumbent is responsible for, but not limited to:
- In the area of development, land-use planning:
- Undertake the evaluation of major development initiatives / proposals ensuring compliance with Municipal and Provincial policies and regulations utilizing professional judgement and planning principles.
- Interpret government agency regulations and ensure compliance with same in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding between the Municipality and the Province.
- Maintain and foster corporate goals by ensuring public access to and participation in the planning process.
- Chair pre-consultation and development coordinating meetings to review development proposals.
- Attend meetings to provide and receive information relative to development proposals when and as required.
- Negotiate solutions whenever possible between government agencies and/or the public in matters of competing interest.
- Review and evaluate development submissions and reports, provide professional planning opinions or recommendations to senior staff and Council.
- Prepare and present reports relating to planning proposals and issues and make recommendations (which may include conditions of approval) to Committee of Adjustment, Committee and Council.
- Prepare and administer development agreements on behalf of Haldimand County ensuring compliance with municipal policies and procedure.
- Monitor, assess and recommend area municipality sewage treatment plant capacity allocations in relation to existing and proposed developments through the preparation of sewage allocation reports.
- Prepare Official Plan Amendments and land use by-laws such as zoning, holding, interim control, part lot control, temporary use and site plan, for consideration and approval by the Municipality.
- In the area of land-use policy:
- Project manage various major and complex projects and programs, including issue-specific and general policy initiatives.
- In terms of specific projects, responsible for managing peer reviews; preparation of terms of reference documents; assisting in retention of consultants; and, other aspects of study / project to be undertaken.
- Research and prepare reports and / or assist in the preparation of long range planning studies related to planning and development issues as well as economic development issues.
- Monitor the Zoning By-Law and Official Plan for any inconsistencies and ensure those identified are addressed and corrected during the appropriate review.
- Assist in developing and implementing community engagement strategies.
- Develop and maintain public awareness for the various land use policies, always being receptive and responsive to public feedback including representing the Municipality at public gatherings, e.g. Chamber of Commerce, BIA meetings, schools, etc.
- Conduct statistical analysis; long-range planning; economic studies.
- Develop and maintain related databases.
- Other:
- Prepare and give expert planning testimony at Local Planning Tribunal (LPAT) hearings individually or in consultation with the County Solicitor.
- Assist County solicitor in preparation to cross examine witness(es) at LPAT hearing(s) when and if required.
- Provide advice and information to municipal staff including Building Inspectors and By-law Enforcement Officers.
- Assist the Secretary Treasurer of the Committee of Adjustment by stamping deeds on an as needed basis.
- Implement internal processes to efficiently manage work flow and provide good quality customer service.
- Undertake tasks / work assignments as directed by the Supervisor or Manager.
- Must be a team player with a commitment to quality customer service.
Demonstrate commitment to the Haldimand County Code of Conduct
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the job.
