Hybrid Manager, Planning Services

at Norfolk County

• Job title: Manager, Planning Services
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: CA$100,528 - CA$130,686 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Simcoe, Canada

About the role

• Manager leading planning services for Norfolk County, overseeing development applications and advising on planning matters. Collaborating with teams to ensure legislative compliance and responsible growth in the community.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership mentorship that aligns with strategic County objectives, provincial requirements, and operational goals for the for the review and analysis of development applications.
• Manage and supervise all activities of staff of the Planning and Heritage functions, including reviewing needs and recommending changes, recruiting and selecting staff, and managing performance and developmental requirements.
• Oversee the development planning processes and policies including applications and submissions from the beginning of the process, including inquiries and pre-consultation meetings through to public hearing committee meeting and recommendation reports to Council.
• Provide professional advice to staff, Council, Committee and agencies for the full range of development planning items including plans of subdivision/condominium, official plan and zoning amendments, site plan control, large/complex developments, consents and minor variances in both urban and rural environments.
• Review reports of Planners, and prepare reports as necessary, including Committee of Adjustment, Public Hearing Committee and Council in relation to development planning matters, ensuring good land use planning and consistency, while maintaining positive relationships with the public.

Requirements

• University Degree in Planning or related discipline.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive municipal development planning experience including coaching and supervisory experience.
• Registered Professional Planner and Member in good standing of the Canadian Institute of Planners and the Ontario Professional Planners Institute required.
• Experience with the Ontario Land Tribunal and/or circumstances where professional credibility is required (e.g., expert testimony).
• Valid Ontario driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Ability to travel, attend meetings at various locations, work flexible hours including evening meetings as required.

Benefits

• Temporary Full Time (date of hire until approximately December 31, 2026)
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Non-Union Employee Group
• 35 Hours Worked per Week
• Community and Development Services Division
• Work from anywhere and in office based on operational requirements