Passionate about making a difference in Ontario's communities? Do you want to play a role in shaping the future of Ontario and inform decisions that will impact the quality of life of Ontarians for generations to come? Do you want to be part of implementing the province's land use policy directions and creating communities with increased access to places for all Ontarians to live, work and play?
Consider this exciting Senior Planner opportunity with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing to implement provincial land-use planning policies and programs to promote strong communities and to make recommendations for the development, implementation, monitoring and review of provincial planning policy and planning approvals.
As a member of our team, you will have the chance to work on interesting projects, address challenging planning issues, and collaborate with municipalities and other stakeholders. Be part of an organization that values diversity, inclusion, accessibility and anti-racism while striving to create a better future for the people we serve.
If you're ready to make a significant impact and be part of shaping the future of Ontario, we invite you to take the leap and join our team at the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.
Find us here:
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/ONMunicipalAndHousing/ LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/ontario-ministry-of-municipal-affairs-and-housing/Note:This competition will be used to fill vacancies in Toronto and in London:
• Priority Projects Branch – Planning Projects Implementation Unit (1 – Permanent) – 777 Bay Street, Toronto
• Western Municipal Services Office- Community Planning & Development (2 – Permanent) – 659 Exeter Rd, London
Candidates are asked to identify preferred unit(s) they are interested in when applying to this competitive process. Multiple units may be selected.
What we offer:
• A defined benefit pension plan
• Maternity and parental leave top-up benefits which includes adoptive parents
• Comprehensive health plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Competitive vacation package
• Comprehensive resources to support mental health and wellness
• Flexible work arrangements
• Collegial and professional work culture
• Career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
• On-the-job training to support your success in the role
• Convenient downtown locations close to a range of services, amenities and transit
Want to learn more? Let's have a chat. Join the hiring managers and other MMAH staff on Tuesday 15 August 2023 from 12:00pm-1:00pm to find out more about the job, the teams and what it is like working at the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. Register
here to be part of the meeting. You are welcome to participate anonymously. If you can't make it – no problem. Attendance at the session is optional and will have no impact on hiring decisions.
Want to talk sooner?Please contact our recruitment partner HR Associates and get in touch with Heather Lockie 416-237-1500 x237 or at
MMAH-Info@hra.on.ca.
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
Visit the
OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the
OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.
We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's
Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.
About the job
You will:
• Serve as a project lead from preliminary implementation planning through impact analysis and effective project tracking
• Establish effective and collaborative working relationships with municipalities and other stakeholders
• Provide planning advice, guidance and feedback on community planning and governance matters
• Review and coordinate analyses of municipal planning documents for provincial land use interests
• Lead and coordinate negotiations/mediations for the resolution of contentious planning and policy issues
• Represent the Ministry at conferences, seminars, inter and intra-ministerial committees, tribunals and other agencies
What you bring to the team
Technical Knowledge
You have:
• Knowledge of and experience in land use planning systems and processes, including municipal zoning by-laws and zoning by-law amendment processes
• The ability to interpret and apply related planning legislation, regulations, policies and programs (e.g. Planning Act)
• Knowledge of planning theories, principles, practices and standards and can testify as an expert in land-use planning matters before the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) as necessary
Organizational and Project Management Skills
You have:
• Leadership and organizational skills to lead multiple projects and manage multi-disciplinary teams
• Experience with assigning/coordinating tasks to achieve project objectives, monitoring progress and reporting results
Consultation, Negotiation and Relationship Management Skills
You have:
• Consultation and relationship management skills to work effectively and establish credibility with contacts at all levels including other ministries and external stakeholders
• The ability to build consensus, negotiate, mediate and resolve conflicts
Communication Skills
You have:
• Written and oral communication skills to effectively document and communicate complex information and recommendations to senior management, staff, other ministries and municipal planners
• The ability to produce reports, briefing material and presentations
• Consultation, advisory and facilitation skills to work with ministries and external stakeholders to develop and implement planning policy and related programs
Research and Analytical Skills
You can:
• Evaluate strategies, identify issues, provide advice and make recommendations on planning issues
• Research, analyze findings and issues, identify impacts, develop options, and make recommendations
• Organize and undertake complex studies/analysis of planning issues and develop models and plans related to a range of planning activities
• Assess/evaluate the implications and impact of proposed policy changes and identify policy gaps and issues
• Identify and prioritize issues, and monitor financial performance/productivity