Job ID #31903 Planning Technician II - Development Planning

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Job ID #31903 Planning Technician II - Development Planning

Union: CUPE Local 5167

Job Description ID #: 7605

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 29, 2026.

Duration: 16 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 Manager of Development Planning, under the general supervision of the Area Planning Manager, administers and performs duties associated with the processing of development applications.

GENERAL DUTIES

Administers the intake process for the submission of new Planning Act applications in accordance with City and Provincial processes and requirements.

Conduct special studies, collect and analyze data; formulate conclusion, make recommendation.

Conduct site inspections.

Write reports, compose correspondence, compile statistics.

Review and comment on proposed development, plans, policies, studies and legislation.

Interpret legislation such as Planning Act as well as the Heritage Act.

Assist in preparing work program; monitor progress.

Record and update neighbourhood and area plans and amendments.

Book and arrange meetings; set up displays.

Prepare notices; compile agendas; take and transcribe minutes and project files.

Organize and conduct tours.

Receive and answer inquiries from staff, public, elected officials, community groups and outside agencies.

Compile chronologies for reports, committees and quasi judicial hearings.

Maintain resource library files such as planning documents and council minutes.

Input and retrieve planning data.

Make presentations at meetings.

Prepare evidence for Ontario Land Tribunal hearings.

Scan agendas.  Act as a resource person for staff.

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

QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrated understanding of the development approval process, ability to interpret the Planning Act, provide research and analyze studies and plans normally acquired through the completion of a two-year Community College program from an accredited planning technician program.

Ability to express ideas effectively, verbally and in writing and able to establish and maintain effective working relations as necessitated by work assignments.

Experience in a computerized environment.  Working knowledge of the Microsoft suite of programs. Working knowledge of CityFlow would be an asset.

Municipal Planning experience is an asset.

Member or eligible for membership with the Canadian Association of Certified Planning Technicians.

SALARY: Grade I

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.