Job Description

Position: Planning Technician Coop Student
Salary: Grade 4, Non Union ($24.51/hr)
Position Group: (Position Group assessment required)
Reports to: Division Leader – Community Planning
Purpose of Position:The Planning Technician Coop Student is responsible for performing various activities associated with the support of planning activities, including conducting surveys, research, data analysis, and preparing documents.
Qualifications & Experience:
• Must be currently enrolled in a College or University in the field of Urban & Regional Planning or related field of study;
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge & Skills:
• Familiarity with general land use planning principles
• Knowledge of word processing, spread sheets, GIS, interpreting air photos and maps, and a familiarity with reading plans
• An understanding of the core principles and considerations of urban design.
• Knowledge of the planning and development processes in Ontario and the role of urban design.
• Knowledge of computer software such as MS Office Suite. Ability to use SketchUp, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop, and hand-drawn skills would also be beneficial.
Major Responsibilities:
• Assist with responding to daily enquiries regarding planning and development matters.
• Review land use proposals for basic conformance with land use policies.
• Update the Municipalities database system for tracking applications.
• Record and track status of all planning related matters.
• Develop and prepares mapping and illustrations.
• Assist with record keeping for the Community Planning function.
• Assist with special projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Decision Making and Judgement:
• Work is performed under the general direction of the Division Leader – Community Planning and other department heads.
• Works within established guidelines, policies, procedures, directives, bylaws and legislation.
Physical Skill and Effort
• prolonged sitting, prolonged standing, bending, keyboarding, stooping, climbing, lifting 20 lbs, driving
Interaction Level:

Internal:
• Daily contact with office staff and management
• With co-workers and other staff members to ensure provisions of timely information and services.
External
• Daily contact with provincial ministries, Conservation Authorities, Utilities, School Boards, lawyers, contractors, professionals
Working Conditions:
Environment
• Works within an office environment
Control over Work Schedule
• 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (35 hours per week).
Core Competencies
Accuracy & Attention to Detail Technical Knowledge Self-Motivated
Communication Professionalism Problem Solving
Customer Service Investigation & Research Multitasking