• Job ID #30610: Planner I - Natural Heritage 
• Union: CUPE Local 5167
• Close date: Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city by 4:00 p.m. on December 4, 2024. 
• 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 Heritage and Urban Design, under the general supervision of the Urban Design Program Lead, reviews and provides natural heritage advice on complex or sensitive planning applications and administers the City's natural heritage protection and planning programs.  Administers natural heritage projects to protect and enhance natural areas as directed by Provincial Policy Statements.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Assist in the preparation of an annual work program for natural heritage by setting priorities, budget and timelines estimates and staffing requirements.
• Review and provide natural heritage advice on complex or sensitive planning applications.
• Collect and analyse data, formulate conclusions, develop Official Plan policy relating to natural heritage.
• Provide technical advice and expertise by representing the City's natural heritage interests on committees, at workshops and meetings.
• Provide project management duties by researching and developing programs, assessing staffing and funding needs.
• Receive and answer enquiries from staff, the public, elected officials, municipalities, provincial and federal governments and outside agencies.
• Work with community groups and administer the volunteer Environmentally Significant Areas Impact Evaluation Group.
• Seek funding from outside sources for natural heritage programs.
• Monitor, review and provide comments on legislation and programs instituted by municipal, provincial and federal governments.
• Assist in hiring and managing of consultants.
• Liaise with provincial and federal government agencies, property owners and consultants on a variety of natural heritage issues.
• Prepare and present evidence at Ontario Land Tribunal Hearings.
• Conduct site visits to properties to assess natural heritage features.
• Give presentations to City staff, Council, other municipalities, agencies, local and national representatives.
• Conduct media interviews on natural heritage matters.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Work in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety. 

QUALIFICATIONS

1. A Bachelor's Degree in Ecology, Land Use Planning, or a directly related field with several years of professional experience in a relevant area of natural resource management/ecology, planning theory and statistical analysis.
2. Experience with both terrestrial and/or aquatic environments as well as forestry would be an asset.
3. A high level of skill in scientific research, problem solving, oral and written communications, and interpersonal relations.
4. Excellent writing skills.
5. Familiarity with government and the political environment.
6. Experience before the Ontario Land Tribunal
7. Must be a full member or candidate member of the Canadian Institute of Planners or equivalent.

THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE.

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. 

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