Intermediate Resource Planner
General Accountabilities
The Intermediate Resource Planner is responsible to communicate Provincial and Conservation Authority policies and to coordinate responses stating the Authority’s position regarding environmental resources through municipal planning matters including the Planning Act; applications under the Conservation Authorities Act through the Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses Regulation and provides assistance in the review of some projects under the Environmental Assessment Act and applications under other legislation. This position reports to the Supervisor of Planning.
Specific Accountabilities
1. Review and provide a statement of the Authority’s position and policies on Planning Applications (Subdivision and Condominium applications, site specific Official Plan Amendments, site specific Zoning By-Law Amendments, consents, minor variances, site plans), Solicitor’s Enquiries, and provide assistance in the review of: Environmental Assessments, Municipal Drains and other development proposals.
2. Conduct meetings within and outside of the Authority and perform field inspections related to these applications and inquiries.
3. Review and provide a statement of the Authority’s position and policies permit applications and conduct inspections of approved permits pursuant to Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses Regulation (O. Reg. 150/06).
4. Meet municipal deadlines regarding Planning Act Applications and meet internal deadlines and standards for permit applications, title clearances, general inquiry requests, etc.
5. Review, prepare or present documents, position statements or reports relative to the functions noted above.
6. Attend as the Authority representative multi-disciplinary and/or multi-agency steering committees and with Planners also attend Council Meetings and Open Houses, as required.
7. Encourage communication and outreach activities that generate support within the local communities for the health and enhancement of the Grand River watershed’s natural resources.
8. Attend as the representative of the Authority appeals before the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal, Mining and Lands Tribunal or similar tribunals and if required, cases before the Provincial Courts.
9. Other related duties as assigned.
Technical Accountabilities
1. Degree in Geography, Environmental Science, Planning or a related discipline. An Environmental Science degree with some planning coursework/experience is preferred.
2. Minimum one year related work experience.
3. Ability to interpret earth processes, natural features and land uses from an extensive variety of maps and plans, use of air photos and interpretation in the field. The use of scales and mathematical calculations are required. Must be able to read and comprehend technical reports such as Environmental Impact Statements, Stormwater Management Reports, Subwatershed Plans, Geotechnical and Hydrogeological studies, Biological Inventories and Fisheries reports and relate them to current Policies and objectives.
4. A working knowledge of environmental legislation, planning statements and some technical guidelines, i.e., storm water management guidelines.
5. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral and interpersonal skills
6. Applicants must have a strong background and related job experience with the Microsoft Office software suite, and use of digital mapping software.
7. A valid driver’s license.
The pay range for this position is Job Level 7, $34.41 to $43.02 per hour/35 hours per week (July 1 2021 pay rate)
Approximate Start Date: July 2021
Term of Employment: Approx. 18 Months
To Apply
Please send a resume and covering letter to careers@grandriver.ca in MS Word or PDF format and quote “Intermediate Planner in the subject line.
Deadline for Applications: 4:00pm Wednesday June 2, 2021
Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
We thank you for your interest, however only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
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