About the role
Under the general direction of the Principal Planner, the Senior Planner is responsible for the delivery and maintenance of a wide range of urban planning programs and services related to development application planning and mid - and long-range planning initiatives.
The Senior Planner works directly to engage the community in a collaborative manner in delivering programs and services, is responsible for leading major planning initiatives, provision of advice, establishment of policy, facilitation of community consultation, and review of legislation and by-laws. This position is expected to function with limited supervision and exercise independent decision making when appropriate.
As a leader within the Urban Planning and Design Division, the Senior Planner is expected to provide on-going mentorship and direction to other planning staff, setting a positive, professional example within the organization. This position plays a key supporting role for the Principal Planner.
As the Senior Planner, you will:
- Lead in the administration of planning services related to the development application process.
- Lead mid- and long- range planning activities.
- Work closely with other planning staff to provide opportunities for mentorship and knowledge transfer, exhibiting a high degree of leadership, professionalism, ethical conduct and integrity.
- Provide planning advice to Council, Committees of Council, other City Departments, the public and others, and serves as a liaison between other internal and/or external stakeholders as required.
- Perform other duties consistent with the classification as required.
Your education and qualifications include:
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Master’s degree in City Planning or equivalent education, training and related experience.
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Minimum five (5) to seven (7) years progressively complex experience in urban planning and design inclusive of any experience required to obtain the RPP designation.
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Considerable experience working with the community in a participatory and inter-active manner.
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Experience in managing projects in the public sector.
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Experience in producing or writing policy plans.
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Strong interpersonal skills, including facilitation and collaboration skills.
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Strong verbal communication skills including the ability to conduct public presentations.
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Strong written communication skills including formal report writing.
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A working knowledge of computer systems.
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Extensive knowledge of contemporary planning and community issues.
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Extensive knowledge of OurWinnipeg, The City of Winnipeg Charter, Secondary plans and relevant adoption processes, and other approval processes.
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Considerable knowledge of sustainable development issues.
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Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
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Demonstrated analytical and decision-making abilities.
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Demonstrated organization skills and ability to plan, and execute many complex and varied tasks.
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Familiarity with budget procedures, and ability to supervise contracts with consultants.
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Fluency in French would be an asset.
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IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://canalliance.org/en/ at application.
Conditions of employment:
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The successful candidate must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful candidate possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
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A Police Information Check satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense. To obtain Police Information Check information please visit https://www.winnipeg.ca/police/services/online-record-checks.
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Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s License. The successful applicant will be required to provide a driver’s notice in force document upon request.
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The successful candidate must have Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation.
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The successful candidate must have a Membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners (MCIP).
About CITY OF WINNIPEG
Winnipeg is the capital and largest city of the province of Manitoba, Canada. It is located near the longitudinal centre of North America, at the confluence of the Red and Assiniboine Rivers.
About the role
Under the general direction of the Principal Planner, the Senior Planner is responsible for the delivery and maintenance of a wide range of urban planning programs and services related to development application planning and mid - and long-range planning initiatives.
The Senior Planner works directly to engage the community in a collaborative manner in delivering programs and services, is responsible for leading major planning initiatives, provision of advice, establishment of policy, facilitation of community consultation, and review of legislation and by-laws. This position is expected to function with limited supervision and exercise independent decision making when appropriate.
As a leader within the Urban Planning and Design Division, the Senior Planner is expected to provide on-going mentorship and direction to other planning staff, setting a positive, professional example within the organization. This position plays a key supporting role for the Principal Planner.
As the Senior Planner, you will:
- Lead in the administration of planning services related to the development application process.
- Lead mid- and long- range planning activities.
- Work closely with other planning staff to provide opportunities for mentorship and knowledge transfer, exhibiting a high degree of leadership, professionalism, ethical conduct and integrity.
- Provide planning advice to Council, Committees of Council, other City Departments, the public and others, and serves as a liaison between other internal and/or external stakeholders as required.
- Perform other duties consistent with the classification as required.
Your education and qualifications include:
-
Master’s degree in City Planning or equivalent education, training and related experience.
-
Minimum five (5) to seven (7) years progressively complex experience in urban planning and design inclusive of any experience required to obtain the RPP designation.
-
Considerable experience working with the community in a participatory and inter-active manner.
-
Experience in managing projects in the public sector.
-
Experience in producing or writing policy plans.
-
Strong interpersonal skills, including facilitation and collaboration skills.
-
Strong verbal communication skills including the ability to conduct public presentations.
-
Strong written communication skills including formal report writing.
-
A working knowledge of computer systems.
-
Extensive knowledge of contemporary planning and community issues.
-
Extensive knowledge of OurWinnipeg, The City of Winnipeg Charter, Secondary plans and relevant adoption processes, and other approval processes.
-
Considerable knowledge of sustainable development issues.
-
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
-
Demonstrated analytical and decision-making abilities.
-
Demonstrated organization skills and ability to plan, and execute many complex and varied tasks.
-
Familiarity with budget procedures, and ability to supervise contracts with consultants.
-
Fluency in French would be an asset.
-
IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://canalliance.org/en/ at application.
Conditions of employment:
-
The successful candidate must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful candidate possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
-
A Police Information Check satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense. To obtain Police Information Check information please visit https://www.winnipeg.ca/police/services/online-record-checks.
-
Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s License. The successful applicant will be required to provide a driver’s notice in force document upon request.
-
The successful candidate must have Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation.
-
The successful candidate must have a Membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners (MCIP).
About CITY OF WINNIPEG
Winnipeg is the capital and largest city of the province of Manitoba, Canada. It is located near the longitudinal centre of North America, at the confluence of the Red and Assiniboine Rivers.