About the role

  • Reporting to the General Manager of Planning and Economic Development, the Chief Planner provides visionary leadership to a diverse team delivering high-quality planning services to the public and the development community.
  • Set divisional goals, recommend policies, and ensure alignment with City and Provincial guidelines.
  • Develop and manage the Division’s annual capital and operating budgets, ensuring effective use of financial and staff resources.
  • Implement best practices and customer service improvements for efficient, high-quality service delivery.
  • Direct key planning functions including community planning, urban design, development approvals, zoning reform, and development/business facilitation.
  • Provide professional advice and reports to Council, committees, and stakeholders on planning initiatives and development applications.

Requirements

  • Advanced knowledge of urban and regional planning, municipal administration, and relevant legislation, supported by a graduate degree and senior management experience.
  • Full professional membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners (MCIP) and Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation.
  • Proven leadership, strategic visioning, negotiation, and communication skills, with a track record of managing multidisciplinary teams, working across teams and delivering customer-focused services.

Job title

Director of Planning – Chief Planner

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

CA$164,700 - CA$205,875 per year

Degree requirement

Postgraduate Degree

Location requirements

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