Job ID #31841 Planner II - Zoning By-law Reform

Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason

Job ID #31841 Planner II - Zoning By-law Reform

Union: CUPE Local 5167

Job Description ID #: A9385

Close date: Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city
by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday April 1, 2026.

Duration: Temporary Full-Time (10 months)

Vacancy type: This posting is for an existing vacancy 

Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address. External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Reporting to the Supervisor, Zoning By-law Reform, conducts research for city initiated zoning reviews; assist in formulating zones and zoning by-law regulations for the City’s comprehensive Zoning By-law; contributes to implementing public engagement programs; prepares reports; evaluates data to inform zoning recommendations.

GENERAL DUTIES

Administers the City’s Zoning By-laws

Maintains the City’s Zoning By-laws through comprehensive updates.

Interprets Provincial Legislation such as the Planning Act and associated regulations.

Reviews and interprets zoning by-laws and by-law regulations.

Conducts research for special studies and reports on zoning by-law regulations/uses and other planning and policy matters.  

Receives and answers inquiries from staff, other departments, the public, elected officials, municipalities, ministries, and outside agencies.

Contributes to public engagement programs; participates in public information meetings, stakeholder meeting, neighbourhood meeting.

Identifies and evaluate alternatives, formulates conclusion; prepares and presents recommendations to committee.

Writes reports such as committee and Council reports.

Inputs, manipulates and retrieves data; compiles and analyzes statistics.

Maintains records such as inquiries, meetings and reports.

Conducts site inspections; takes notes and photographs.

Plans and makes arrangements for meetings with for internal staff, public consultation and stakeholder groups.

Represents Department at meetings such as client, interdepartmental and public meetings.

Coordinates, prepares and presents evidence as expert witness at Ontario Land Tribunal hearings.

Performs other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.

Works in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree in Land Use Planning or in a directly related field.  Proven ability to analyze problems and develop solutions by using a broad knowledge required at the university level of education.

Candidate membership with the Ontario Professional Planners Institute is preferred.

Knowledge of municipal Official Plans and Zoning By-laws.

 Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Demonstrated skill in research, analysis and problem solving.

Proven ability to express ideas effectively, orally and in writing.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

SALARY: Salary Grade L

HOURS: 35 per week

THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE.

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Disclaimer:

Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.

Terms:

The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship.  If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.