Salary

Range: $48,945 - $61,187 per year

1.0

FTE Permanent

The Simcoe

County District School Board is seeking qualified applicants for the position

of Planning Technician. Reporting to the Manager of Planning, Enrolment and

Community Use, the successful candidate will be responsible for the ongoing

development, collection, maintenance, and support of the board’s Geographic

Information System (GIS) and land use development tracking system used by the

department. A key component of this

position requires coordinating, analyzing, and preparing various datasets (i.e.,

municipal development data, enrolment data etc.) for mapping to be used in

presentations, notices, research projects and other public documents, as required.

This position will assist the department in the review of municipal planning

applications and documents and will respond to mapping, accommodation and other

school board related inquiries from the public or other stakeholders. Knowledge

of relevant legislation, guidelines and other documents would be considered an

asset. The successful candidate will promote a team environment to meet

established standards for service delivery.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

University Degree or College

Diploma in Planning or a related field;

Demonstrated experience and

proficiency with Geographic Information Systems (GIS), specifically with Esri’s

ArcGIS Desktop software including ArcMap Desktop, ArcGIS Online products and

ArcGIS Pro;

Knowledge of programming and

scripting skills including HTML;

Up to six (6) months experience

is required, preferably in an education environment;

In depth knowledge of database

software management and spatial industry resources;

Knowledge of and experience

with land use and municipal planning processes considered an asset;

Pursuing or has acquired

ongoing professional development associated with GIS software and programing;

Strong organization and

communication skills are required;

A valid driver’s license and

reliable vehicle are required as this position may require travel;

Other duties as assigned.

This

is a full-time permanent position. The regular work year for this position is twelve

(12) months of the year. The compensation range for this twelve (12) month

position is $48,945 - $61,187 per year, depending on qualifications and

experience. The normal work week for this position is thirty-five (35) hours.

Participation

in the OMERS Pension Plan is mandatory for all full-time permanent employees,

even

if currently in receipt of an OMERS pension.

Qualified

applicants are invited to apply for this position through the Apply to

Education (ATE) web-site at www.applytoeducation.com. Applicants are required to submit a resume

detailing education, experience, and qualifications; documentation confirming

certifications; and written permission to contact two professional references on or before 12:00 p.m. (noon) on December

30, 2022 . Cover letters may be

addressed to Andrew Keuken, Manager of Planning, Enrolment, and Community Use.

To

view the posting on the ATE web-site, select “Search Jobs”, select “Support

Applicants”, then use the search section to look for positions with the Simcoe

County District School Board. To apply

for the posting:

1. Sign into your ApplyToEducation

Support (ECE, EA/TA, Clerical, Custodian, etc. or Management and Professionals)

applicant account;

2. Select Search Jobs from the Job

Postings section;

3. Enter the ATE Job Code # in the

Keywords field;

4. Click the [SEARCH] button at the

bottom of the page;

5. Select the position of interest and

click the [APPLY] button on the job description page.

** All

fees for the application process are covered by the Simcoe County District

School Board.**

Application packages will no longer be accepted

in hard copy, by e-mail or by fax. Should applicants require

assistance in registering for ATE, the ATE Help Desk may be contacted at

1-416-932-8866 or 1-877-900-5627.

The Simcoe County

District School Board is committed to equitable hiring practices that provide

equal opportunities for all applicants to be successful. We are committed to

upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion. In support of our

Strategic Priorities, we are seeking members who reflect diverse identities,

lived experiences and perspectives to assist the Board in reflecting the

community we serve. Our equitable hiring initiative is consistent with the Ontario

Human Rights Code to ensure that our hiring practices remain equitable to

candidates from groups protected by the prohibited grounds under the Code.

Applicants are to provide permission to contact

two professional references, including their current and most recent

supervisor. New hires to the Simcoe County District School Board will be

required to submit a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) that is satisfactory to the

Board prior to beginning employment. All new employees will be required to

complete mandatory training modules with the Board prior to their first day of

employment. The opportunity to work remotely may be

available, subject to operational needs. All applicants are thanked for their interest

in this position; however, only those who have been shortlisted for an

interview will be contacted.

December

7, 2022 OA-55 ATE

#: 3381831