PLANNER POLICY & RESEARCH - Jobs in Toronto, ON

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Job Category: Policy, Planning & ResearchDivision & Section: City Planning, CP Strategic Initiatives Policy&AnalysisWork Location: Metro Hall, 55 John Street (Hybrid Work Model)Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Temporary (13 months)Hourly Rate and Wage Grade: $46.84 - $51.33, Wage Grade 15Shift Information: Monday - Fiday, 35 hours per weekAffiliation: L79 Full-timeNumber of Positions Open: 1Posting Period: 22-June-2022 to 07-July-2022

Major Responsibilities:The Planner, reporting to the Manager, Planning Research and Analytics and/or Project Manager in Strategic Initiatives, Policy and Analysis, will undertake assignments involving preparation and review of planning and policy studies, urban research, quantitative and geospatial analysis, and implementing information solutions in the City Planning Division, including the following responsibilities:

• Researches and drafts policy planning reports and information bulletins, and makes recommendations for City Council and its Standing Committees.
• Provides research support to community planners undertaking reviews of development applications and significant planning studies.
• Assesses, formulates and implements planning policy and/or programs.
• Identifies emerging planning issues, assesses the required resources, and develops strategies to address them.
• Researches current and projected needs for communities and makes recommendations for meeting those needs including implementation strategies.
• Develops and implements project plans for work assignments, balances and delivers on a diverse and challenging work program and meets deadlines.
• Conducts urban and regional planning research compiling and analyzing data, including demographic analysis, geospatial analysis and field survey methods.
• Develops and designs databases including the implementation of planning information applications and solutions which employ geographic information systems (GIS), relational databases and associated tools to collect, store, model, analyze and convey information as thematic maps, statistical analyses and reports.
• Maintains current knowledge of municipal research, GIS tools and techniques, and developments in planning information management.
• Works independently, as a team member, and leads planning teams including assisting with the day-to-day coordination of staff and consultants.
• Responds to information requests from Councillors, City Planning staff, other City Divisions, consultants and the public in a professional and timely manner.
• Liaises with staff from City Planning and other City business units, citizens, community groups, individuals, property owners, planning professionals such as consultants, planners and solicitors and other stakeholders.
• Represents the City Planning Division by making presentations to the general public, committees of City Council, stakeholders and agencies of local and/or senior governments.
• Advises the City Planning Division on existing and emerging planning policy matters, and provides policy leadership, cooperation and advice to the Division and to other business units in the Corporation.
• Acts as an expert witness before administrative tribunals such as the Ontario Land Tribunal.

Key Qualifications:Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

• Post-secondary education in urban and regional planning, urban geography, public policy, geographic information systems or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Considerable experience analyzing urban change, including the collection, analysis, interpretation and presentation of planning information such as land use, demographics, and urban economic analysis.

• Considerable experience using research methodologies including quantitative analysis, descriptive statistics, geospatial analysis and field survey methods and the application of software including ArcGIS, Adobe Creative Suite, MapInfo, MS Access, Oracle, SAS and business applications AMANDA, IBMS, MS Office Suite and MS Project.

• Considerable experience delivering research projects in support of policy planning and community planning functions with minimal direction.

• Considerable experience in assignments demanding critical judgment, analytical thinking and the balancing of stakeholder interests.

You must also have:

• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills with the demonstrated ability to present complex information to a variety of audiences.
• Knowledge and practical experience using appropriate research methods and ability to understand, interpret and explain complex data.
• Demonstrated ability to work within and meet tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain solid internal and external relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to perform effectively as an individual and in team settings.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new computer skills and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Membership or eligibility for membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners

Note: All City of Toronto employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of hire in accordance with the Citys Mandatory Vaccination Policy. Candidates will be required to show proof of vaccination during the recruitment process.NOTE TO INTERNAL FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME CITY OF TORONTO EMPLOYEES:City of Toronto employees must apply to full-time or part-time employment opportunities posted on the Citys Internal Job Posting Portal.Equity, Diversity and InclusionThe City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.AccommodationThe City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.Quick Apply

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