Job Description

Position Type:

Contract NU (Full Time) (Fixed Term)

Closing Date:

October 14, 2026

Salary/Wage Range:

$114,971.00 - $143,713.00

Working for the City of Burlington

A great career is closer than you think. Come work for the City of Burlington, where you'll be joining an innovative and progressive workplace focused on building a 21st century city that respects the diversity of our residents, visitors and employees; and prioritizes continuous opportunities for you to learn and grow.

We don't just spend time attracting the best talent. We spend time and resources to keep the best talent. This may include: flexible working hours, mobile and hybrid working arrangements, a great pension and benefits package, as well as programs to foster innovation and leadership.

Type of Vacancy:

Existing Vacancy

Hours of Work:

35 hours per week

Contract Length:

Up to 10 Months (November 2026 – August 2027)

Department:

Community Planning

Location:

This position is eligible for a hybrid work model. When attending an event or meeting in person, your primary office location will be based out of City Hall located at 426 Brant Street, Burlington, ON. Work location is subject to change at the discretion of the City due to operational demands. Effective September 2027, this role will be required to be on site 50% of the time each month.

Position Overview:

This position is responsible for the daily supervision of the Site Plan Review Team within the Planning Implementation Team and oversees the processing and review of various planning implementation processes such as: site plans; condominiums; minor variances; consents; part lot control; lifting of holding zones; Niagara Escarpment permits; cemeteries; and sign variances. This role is an integral member of the Community Planning Department in supporting the achievement of the City’s customer experience, land use and growth objectives.

Responsibilities:

The Supervisor, Site Plan Review will be responsible for:

• The day-to-day supervision of the Site Plan Review team, including assigning work, motivating, training and mentoring, skill development, and carrying out performance evaluations of staff.
• Promoting and encourages an environment of open communication, collaboration, empowerment and trust for staff.
• Adapting workplans and managing team resources to align with emerging priorities.
• On-going monitoring of Site Plan Review team development processes and process improvements to ensure that internal and external customer service objectives are being met and to continue to build upon the culture of continuous improvement while achieving high-quality submissions.
• Providing advice and information to staff, the public, development industry, Council, and external agencies on matters related to the Site Plan Review team.
• Assisting team members with problem solving and delivering good planning outcomes.
• Overseeing the maintenance and data hygiene of the property information system (AMANDA) as it relates to Site Plan Review team processes.
• Working with other Supervisors in Community Planning to ensure alignment with policy initiatives and development services.
• Working cohesively with all development services staff to ensure seamless co-ordination and implementation of a one window approach to development review.
• Appearing before the Ontario Land Tribunal, Committee of Adjustment and other tribunals to give expert Planning evidence on the City’s behalf as it relates to planning matters.
• Participating on division and corporate teams in the review of issues and establishment of positions and strategies on matters of corporate interest.
• Authoring or coordinating staff reports and recommendations, city submissions on requests for comments, presentations at neighbourhood meetings, open houses, and public meetings of standing committees of Council.
• Providing regular feedback to the Manager and Director with updates on work program. May be required to act/represent the Manager when requested/required.

Requirements:

Qualified applicants have successfully completed a four (4) year University Degree in Urban Planning or related field and hold full membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners as a Registered Professional Planner or equivalent. The role requires at four (4) to seven (7) years of relevant professional planning work experience, including two (2) years spent in a supervisory capacity. This position will require occasional travel between sites and/or City facilities. Strong organizational, project management and change management skills are desirable.

A thorough knowledge of Site Plan Review, the Ontario Planning Act, related regulations and procedures is essential. Proven leadership ability to lead and empower a team of planning professionals is required along with the ability to collaborate with government, industry, community, City Council and corporate partners, make sound recommendations and navigate competing priorities and agendas successfully. Significant project management experience is required as are effective communication skills and a commitment to providing exceptional customer services.

Accommodations

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the City of Burlington accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call us at 905-335-7602 or email us at: hr@burlington.ca if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process.

Note to Applicants:

We thank all those who apply for positions, but only those applicants who are invited for an interview will be contacted.