**Relocation assistance provided!!**

Our award-winning client is seeking a Division Leader, Community Planning to join their team. In this critical role, you will oversee all aspects of land-use planning, long-range development, and development approvals. You will provide strategic direction, manage a professional team, and play a key role in shaping the future of the client.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the Community Planning Division.

• Supervise, coach, and mentor a team of planning professionals.

• Formulate and revise policies and procedures related to planning and development.

• Prepare and manage the Division's annual budget.

• Oversee major planning initiatives, including Official Plans and Secondary Plans.

• Communicate effectively with developers, investors, and the community.

• Provide expert planning advice to councils, committees, and other authorities.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Environmental Studies, or a related field.

• 5+ years of progressive experience in professional planning within a municipal setting.

• 5+ years of experience in a leadership or supervisory role.

• Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation in Ontario, or actively working towards obtaining one.

• Full membership or eligibility for full membership with the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP).

• Strong knowledge of Ontario planning legislation, regulations, and best practices.

• Proven leadership skills, including coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluation.

• Excellent communication, written and verbal, with experience presenting to public forums.

• Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Proficient in project management principles and practices.

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to make data-driven recommendations.

• Must possess a clear police record.