Planning Policy Coordinator

Who We Are:

The Town of Saugeen Shores (“the Town”) is a community poised for growth. We pay careful attention to all we value: our beautiful natural environment, located on the shores of Lake Huron, our waterfront and beaches, our community spirit and sense of pride, our inspired residents, and valued visitors. We are guided by our vision - Future Ready: a committed and focused team, working together to grow and continuously improve to better serve the community. We work collectively, collaboratively, and positively to benefit all who choose to visit the Town of Saugeen Shores or call it home.

At the Town of Saugeen Shores, we value work-life balance and offer competitive compensation, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, flexibility in work and opportunities for career growth. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain a highly engaged and talented workforce, while promoting a culture based on Trust, Respect, and Teamwork.

What we can offer you:

• 10 paid personal days in addition to a generous number of vacation days per year
• Comprehensive extended health and dental benefits, including an Employee and Family Assistance Plan
• Enrollment in the OMERS pension plan
• Flexible work options
• A passion for investing in our workforce through continuous learning and development

About the Role:

We are seeking a detailed-oriented and collaborative individual to join our team. As the Planning Policy Coordinator, reporting to the Manager, Planning and Development, you will conduct research and analysis, and develop and implement municipal policies and plans pertaining to the Town’s community development priorities. You will be instrumental in advancing the Town’s strategic development priorities that meet the needs of residents and results in a more inclusive community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research municipal best practices and policies, compare practices between various municipalities to identify strengths and weaknesses for the Town's implementation.
• Create or update Town plans, policies, or regulations (including but not limited to Official Plan and Zoning By-law); coordinate and track needed updates and their timing.
• Provide comment submissions to upper levels of government and other agencies on proposed changes to legislation, policies, programs, or regulations pertaining to the Town’s community development priorities.
• Prepare Town-initiated applications to amend the County or Town Official Plan and Town Zoning By-law and the necessary materials for the public process (i.e., planning justification reports)
• Create and contribute to various design and development guides ensuring they remain up-to-date and relevant.
• Coordinate with consultants on content, visuals, and designs as required.
• Prepare and coordinate marketing and communication materials (website content, social media content, survey content, maps, etc.) with consultants and internal Communications.
• Meet and coordinate comments with various departments on implementation projects.
• Prepare Council/senior management team reports on policy and plan implementation updates.
• Design, schedule, and coordinate open houses, public meetings, and related strategies to engage the public on projects.
• Liaison with landowners/developers regarding policy or plan update implications for specific proposals.
• Coordinate inquiries on funding opportunities from the Town and upper levels of government.

Competencies and skills you bring to the role:

• Analytical: You can collect and analyze information and apply logic and rationale when solving problems and making decisions.
• Attention to Detail: You have strong attention to detail by exhibiting thoroughness and accuracy in accomplishing a task. You are highly organized and have the ability to process detailed information effectively and consistently.
• Collaborative: You exhibit strong interpersonal skills and are effective at building relationships, networking, and facilitating and collaborating with others.
• Communication: You can effectively and confidently communicate with others and provide detailed reports that are professionally researched and suited to the needs of the audience.
• Problem Solving and Decision Making: You are passionate about solving problems, uncovering root causes, and proactively finding solutions to achieve organizational and departmental goals. You exhibit a strong understanding of corporate governance issues and the political environment in which you make decisions.
• Project Management: You have experience prioritizing and managing competing high priority projects. You can plan, prioritize, and execute projects from ideation to completion.
• Resourcefulness: You demonstrate a personal orientation toward action and accepting responsibility for the results. You respond to difficult situations or workplace requirements by using the available tools and information to support decisions and solutions.

Education and Training:

• Post-secondary degree in Land Use Planning, Economic Development, Business Administration, Public Administration, Political Science, or related field.
• Membership with the Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) is an asset.
• Membership with the Economic Developers Council of Ontario (EDCO) is an asset.

Experience and Knowledge:

• ​A minimum of one year of municipal project planning and coordination experience.
• Experience working within a public sector environment is considered a strong asset.
• Requires an understanding of the business of municipal government, including the municipal relationship with upper tier municipalities, the province, and the federal government.
• Knowledge of GIS and its potential applications.
• Knowledge of municipal participation in housing solutions including housing programs at the Provincial and Federal level.
• Thorough knowledge of relevant legislation and by-laws affecting community development.
• Knowledge of project management principles.
• Ability to effectively conduct research and analysis and draft recommendations in clear and concise written reports.

Application deadline: Friday, May 19, 2023 at 4:30 pm EST

The Town of Saugeen Shores is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). The Town of Saugeen Shores will make every effort to accommodate applicants with disabilities in its recruitment and selection process. Please advise of any accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

All information collected is in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990 and will be used for the purpose of this employment opportunity only.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $66,510.00-$75,579.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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