Planning Technician - Housing Accelerator Fund (Temporary 12 months)

People, Place, Prosperity

Working within our Strategic Plan, Cambridge Connected, and committing to our values of Integrity, Respect, Inclusiveness and Service, the successful candidate will work together to help the City of Cambridge achieve our vision: A place for people to prosper - alive with opportunity.

Job Profile

We are looking for one (1) experienced Planning Technician to join the Planning Services Division team within the Community Development Department. This position is full-time, temporary for 1 year.

What you will be doing

Under the Supervision of the Manager of Site Development, you will:

• Assist with the completion of various Housing Accelerator Fund Projects, including:

  • Interactive Development Guide (Camino)

  • New Comprehensive Zoning By-law (including new maps, graphics and other visual illustrations)

  • Secondary Plans for Core Areas

  • Housing Needs Assessment

  • Affordable Housing Development of City Owned Lands

  • Administration of New Additional Residential Units Funding Program

• Complete other planning responsibilities as needed:

  • Review building permit, demolition permit and business license applications for zoning compliance

  • Prepare Planning Information Letters

  • Complete Site Plan Inspections and related reports, including working collaboratively with property owners to resolve deficiencies and release securities

  • Process sign variance and fence variance applications, including writing recommendation memos and reports

  • Respond to planning-related inquiries at the counter and on the telephone and e-mail

  • Assist Planners in processing development applications including Official Plan Amendments, Zoning By-law Amendments, Part Lot Control Exemptions, Site Plans and Condominiums

  • Support Committee of Adjustment Planner as needed

  • Determine and advise on necessary course of action for land use applications, i.e. severances, variances, rezoning, etc.

• This position works as part of a team with other planning technicians, planners and support staff

Education

Minimum two (2) year College Diploma in Planning or Similar

Experience and Knowledge

Minimum of 1-2 years related Planning experience.

Graphic Design Skills and competency in graphic design / renderings software an asset.

Possession of a current Certified Planning Technician designation or eligible for Registered Professional Planner

Possession of a valid Driver's License is required.

We will ask you for these items if you are hired

Your compensation

This position is within Grade 7 of the inside workers union Salary Schedule and has an hourly range of $37.41 to $39.76. We offer a comprehensive benefit package and are an Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) employer.

Hours of work

The current regular hours of work are in accordance with the collective agreement, however currently are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 pm., Monday to Friday; some evening hours are required

Advertisement expiration date

Interested candidates should apply at www.cambridge.ca/careers. This posting will close on October 30, 2024.

Accommodation needs and protection of privacy

The City of Cambridge recognizes and appreciates diversity and inclusion enhances our public value commitment.

We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience and encourage all qualified people to apply, including and especially people from equity-deserving groups. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with honour and respect toward their individual dimensions of diversity.

We strive to remove barriers that may prevent qualified applicants from fully participating in the recruitment and selection process. Accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and other applicable legislation is available throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Contact HRServices@Cambridge.ca to make your needs known in advance.

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