Committee of Adjustment Coordinator

Req ID: 24762
Vacancy Type: Temporary 
Contract Duration:
Up to December 31, 2024
Number of Positions: 1  
Closing Date: 03/02/2024
Job Summary
Coordinate the development review process of Minor Variance and Consent applications by facilitating application intake, circulation, technical review, and public hearing disposition in accordance with the legislative requirements of the Planning Act.
Duties and Responsibilities
-Responsible for the intake, scheduling, and circulation of newly received and deferred Committee of Adjustment applications. Arrange for fee payments.
-Prepare and distribute hearing agendas.
-Ensure timely receipt and finalizing of reviewer comments.
-Maintain a speakers list for hearings. 
-Prepare for and attend Committee of Adjustment hearings and draft decisions.
-Maintain accurate records.
-Respond to phone, email and counter inquiries and provide advice and options to inquiring stakeholders (elected officials, staff, external agencies, resident associations, applicants, planners, architects, engineers, lawyers, the public, and other interested parties).
-Liaise with stakeholders such as members of Council, Committee members, staff in other departments, external agencies, applicants, the public and other interested parties to facilitate the circulation of information and coordinate the review process.
Skills and Qualifications
-University/College degree in planning, engineering technology, architectural technology or urban geography (or a related field).
-Minimum 3 years' experience in a municipal or legal administration environment.
-Minimum 2 years' experience working with Committee of Adjustment type applications.
-Knowledge of the Ontario Planning Act would be an asset. 
-Effective communication (both written and verbal), conflict resolution, organizational and time management skills. 
-Attention to detail with a strong ability to comprehend technical drawings and applicable legislation.
-Professional designation with Ontario Association of Committees of Adjustment and Consent Authorities, Canadian Association of Certified Planning Technicians, or Canadian Institute of Planners/Ontario Professional Planners Institute is an additional asset but not required.
Hourly Rate/Salary: $36.13 to $48.17 (based on salary Grade D $ 65,753.00 - $ 87,671.00)
Hours of Work: 35 hours 
Work Location: Civic Centre 
Organization Unit: CPS/Committee of Adjustment 
Department/Division/Section: CPS/Corporate Services Dept , CPS/Office of the City Clerk , Secretariat and Access & Privacy 
Non-Union/Union: Non Union 
A Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (Level 2) or Vulnerable Sector Check (Level 3) will be required of the successful candidate, at their own expense, to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted.
We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can also check your application status in your candidate profile online. 
All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act. 
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent. 
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Accommodations
The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. 
If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please Apply at recruitmentmississauga.ca with any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.