Are you ready to make a difference by playing a significant role in environmental planning across northwestern Ontario? Are you a collaborative, innovative and strategic thinker with strong analytical and interpersonal skills? If so, consider this great opportunity in the role of Regional Planner.
About UsThe Land Use Planning and Strategic Issues Section is the lead for land use planning, issues management and communication functions within the Regional Operations Division, Northwest Region. Our Regional Planners work on an array of planning functions and scales across Northwestern Ontario and may be assigned to a specific sub-geography and/or function .
We are looking for a new team member who is keen to put their skills to work across a challenging portfolio of land use, resource management and project planning initiatives. Our team provides planning expertise to a wide range of ministry and external parties and initiatives. We work closely together as a team to support one another and bring diverse perspectives to the work we do.
If you have a passion for natural resource management and working with Indigenous communities and stakeholders, then consider bringing your expertise to this role.
The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.
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
• 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
Please note that alternate work locations will be considered within the Northwest region, based on operational feasibility.
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.
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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
In this role, you will:
• lead and coordinate planning teams' input and review of land use and resource management policy documents and projects to determine alignment with ministry objectives
• work collaboratively with program specialists, other divisions and ministries to provide interpretation, explanation and advice in the areas of land use, resource management and project planning
• lead engagement and consultation efforts including with adjacent First Nations, industry, stakeholders and the public
• deliver training to integrated project teams and staff across the region
• prepare analysis, briefing notes, Minister's letters for senior management and support issues management
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements
• You must have a valid class 'G' driver's licence or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's licence upon being hired.
Communication and interpersonal skills:
• You can translate technical and specialized language, concepts, processes and information into terms and
messages easily understood by a variety of audiences.
• You can lead meetings and workshops related to land use planning.
• You can prepare technical reports and various other forms of correspondence.
Analytical and organization skills:
• You possess analytical and evaluative skills to assess, review and synthesize data, and to seek advice from experts/professionals on land use proposals and other regulatory approvals.
• You possess organizational skills to lead the planning of many concurrent projects, logistical tasks, scheduling, meeting arrangements, etc.
Leadership and project management skills:
• You are able to use tact, discretion and motivation to encourage open communication.
• You can implement and support a large volume of program and planning projects.
• You can work cooperatively within the work unit, across the ministry and with other ministries and partners
to achieve group and ministry goals.
Technical knowledge:
• You have experience with land and resource planning concepts and methodologies.
• You have knowledge of environmental assessment principles, processes and practices.
• You have knowledge of environmental standards, guidelines and legislation relevant to the broad scale land use planning program.