Planning Opportunities (5 Positions) Jobs

Planner Opportunities - 5 Positions Available
Roles Available: Jr. Planner, Planner, Intermediate Planner and Principal Planner
Public Works - Planning and Development Services
Status: Regular Full Time and Contract Full Time- 13 Months
Work mode: Hybrid * see below for more details about this work mode.
Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton, ON
Hours of work: 35 Hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary Ranges
Jr. Planner $69, 273- $86,593 per annum plus comprehensive benefits and vacation accrual
Planner $ 73,482-$91,853 per annum plus comprehensive benefits and vacation accrual
Intermediate Planner $86,443-$108,052 per annum plus comprehensive benefits and vacation accrual
Principal Planner $96,785-$120,979 per annum plus comprehensive benefits and vacation accrual
The Planning and Development Services team is growing!
We are looking for Jr Planners, Intermediate Planners and Principal Planners to support our high functioning teams.
Who we are: The Region of Peel is the second largest municipality in the GTHA and has undergone a major transformation during the past few decades as a dynamic, urban community with a vibrant economic base. Planning for and supporting the changes within our community to enable it to thrive over the next 30 years will be an immense task and opportunity. Our goal is to build a community for life that focuses on managing our growth to shape the “future Peel” as a healthy, safe and connected community, based on the cornerstones of collaboration, innovation and sustainability. The Community for Life Annual Report will start you on your journey to learn about Peel and who we are and how we are working together to support and grow a Peel that is a Community for Life!
What You Will Do In The Planning Roles

• Protect Regional and Provincial interest in the consideration of Official Plan amendments and other applications including plans of subdivision, condominium, re-zonings and site plans
• Review, comment and coordinate consolidated Regional comments and recommendations on various development applications including Official Plans, Secondary Plans and Amendments, re-zonings, site plans, plans of subdivision and condominium to the approval authority regarding development applications including the preparation of reports to Regional Council as necessary
• Represent and defend the Region’s planning policies and interests at the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) and other tribunals
• Participate in a variety of special projects related to monitoring and improving processes, providing advice and service to Regional departments as a planning consultant on regional development submissions
• Attend and participate in local and regional public meetings, area municipal planning initiatives and corporate initiatives
• Prepare briefings and present to a variety of stakeholders involving Regional Council, Peel's Executive Leadership Team, Senior staff from other municipalities, conservation authorities, provincial ministries, regional departments legal counsel and public stakeholder groups.
• Work in collaboration with planners and other professionals from other Regional departments, area municipalities within and outside Peel Region and other review agencies

What Our Various Planning Roles Require

• 1 year of experience for Jr. Planner
• 5 years of experience for Intermediate Planner and Principal Planner
• Honors degree in planning plus knowledge in the planning field such as environmental, resources, urban or rural, and/or land use planning
• Membership or eligibility for membership in the Ontario Professional Planners Institute and the Canadian Institute of Planners
• 3 years of experience for Planner
• Knowledge of relevant industry legislation such as the Planning Act, Municipal Act and Provincial Plans
• Knowledge of Provincial, GTHA, regional and local growth management issues
• Knowledge of the Regional Official Plan, local official plans, the Planning Act, Provincial Policy Statement and Growth Plan
• Years of experience in the planning field;
• Ability to act as expert witnesses at the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) and other tribunals

Skills/Abilities

• Polished customer service skills with an ability to work with a collection of stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal and strategic thinking skills with the ability to support team members
• Sound communication skills displayed through verbal and written work
• Strong problem-solving skills to help evaluate and provide recommendations

Assets

• Experience with GIS applications and strong computer skills
• Strong project management skills

Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:

• 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays (non-union)
• Access to tuition reimbursement (where applicable) and learning and development resources
• Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance (non-union/ where applicable)
• Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan (where applicable)
• Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan (effective start date)
• Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing (non-union)
• Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis (where applicable)

Work Mode & Job Location: Hybrid work mode; In this role you will have the ability work remotely and attend on-site at 10 Peel Centre Drive in Brampton Ontario, as operationally required. Staff are generally on site one day per week. Your remote work location must be located within the province of Ontario
The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved. 
Interview: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.
If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.
As part of the Region’s ongoing commitment to health and safety, there are enhanced COVID-19 specific safety protocols and/or personal protective equipment requirements (e.g. masks, eye protection, etc.) in place to help protect health and safety. The additional requirements are determined based on the nature of the work being carried out.
About Us
Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. The Region of Peel delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 175,000 businesses.
We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.
Our workforce is 6,500 strong and s ince 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.
Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, the Region of Peel is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Region of Peel, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than the Region of Peel.
Additional Information
The Region of Peel is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.
The Region of Peel is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact [email protected] .
Please be advised, the Region of Peel uses email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e. testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.