Planning Student - Closing April 28 2024

This Summer Student position will assist the Community Development Department’s Planning Division in a broad range of environmental, land-use, and broader community development projects and processes to support the Municipality’s Strategic Plan. The position will also support the Municipality’s land-use planning functions, services, and activities, including staff work for the Heritage Port Hope Advisory Committee, Committee of Adjustment, and other relevant municipal committees.
Benefits and Perks

• Optional OMERS Pension Plan from the date of hire
• Work-life Balance Initiatives
• Wellness, Social and Staff Ambassador Committees
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan
• Perks and Savings Partnerships

Compensation and Work Term

$17.47 to $18.96 per hour
May to August, 35 hours per week

Qualifications

• Enrolled in or completed Community College in Law & Security, Police Foundation, Criminology, or related field.
• Basic knowledge of the Ontario Court of Justice, the Provincial Offences Act, The Municipal Act, Ontario Evidence Act, and other related Provincial and Federal Legislation would be an asset.
• Verbal communication skills including courtesy, tact and explanation.
• Valid and satisfactory G or G2 Ontario drivers licence is an asset.
• May be required to work evenings and weekends.
• Varied work environment with requirements to work outside in inclement weather and work in an office environment with significant interruptions.

Responsibilities

• Some post-secondary education in urban, rural, and/or general land-use planning, Geography, Architecture, Business, Public Administration or related disciplines with an interest and awareness of community development and heritage conservation.
• Intermediate computer skills and experience with GIS software, strong verbal and written communications skills, customer service skills, and working in a team environment are important assets.
• Adhere to high standards of ethical behavior and demonstrate their understanding that their personal actions impact the public’s perception of the Municipality.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Building Official or designate

Submit an Application

Please submit your cover letter and resume online at www.porthope.ca/careers on or before Sunday April 28, 2024.

Recruitment Process

The Municipality of Port Hope is a progressive employer who believes a diverse and inclusive workplace strengthens the team and fosters an environment where everyone feels as though they belong and their dignity, beliefs and identity are respected.

We are committed to creating and sustaining an environment that provides a supportive workplace and equal opportunity for all employees. Accommodations can be requested throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Applications will be reviewed, and interviews may be scheduled prior to the job posting closing date. All applicants will receive an automated email confirming the submission of their application, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be further contacted by Human Resources.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and the Municipal Act, as amended.

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