THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM
Community Growth and Economic Development Department
Senior Planner (Regular Full-Time)
Job ID: 24244
Job Number: 330
Open: Sep 29, 2026 Close: Oct 20, 2026
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement
The Region of Durham is committed to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion within our organization and the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from people who are Indigenous, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, members of LGBTQ2S+ communities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of our workforce, including those who experience systemic barriers.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process upon request, based on any Code-protected ground.
Number of Available positions:
Positions available within Integrated Growth Management and Policy section, Transportation Planning section and/or Development Advisory Services section.
Location
This position is located at Regional Headquarters, Whitby, Ontario.
Senior Planner
Senior Planners will support the Community Growth Division by initiating, leading and managing a wide variety of projects and tasks, including the development of reports, development tracking technology and data analytics. The incumbents will:
- Formulate, recommend and implement major Provincial and Regional planning policies, related guidelines and programs
- Lead research and analysis of complex land use and transportation planning issues, performance monitoring, planning data and information interpretation/manipulation, and policy related issues
- Prepare comprehensive reports, work plans and terms of reference for specific strategic projects
- Advocate for, oversee, implement and support the Region's planning related technology projects, including but not limited to the Division's development tracking system and databases supporting land use or transportation planning initiatives
- Develop, evaluate and improve operating procedures for managing information related planning projects and development review processes
- Develop and deliver training on the departmental technology systems and databases
- Represent and advocate Regional planning interests at a senior level, including liaising with Area Municipalities and planning agencies in support of an array of planning projects and development initiatives
- Lead and coordinate project teams and complex projects
- Prepare and present planning evidence at Ontario Land Tribunal hearings on complex planning issues
The successful candidate will possess:
- A minimum four-year Honours bachelor's degree in Planning, Geography or related discipline, such as Geomatics
- GIS certification is considered an asset
- Full membership (or eligibility for membership) in the Canadian Institute of Planners and the Ontario Professional Planners Institute with the designation of Registered Professional Planner
- Several years of relevant professional planning experience
- A demonstrated ability to manage and analyze complex planning related projects and issues, workflow processes and monitoring initiatives in a leading role
- Several years' experience leading complex or complicated planning projects, with an emphasis on policy review and formulation, transportation and/or growth management monitoring and analysis • Working knowledge of the theories, purpose and principles of development tracking systems
- Knowledge of relevant acts, guidelines, and principles related to planning
- Superior communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to negotiate/facilitate, build consensus and present information to varied audiences
- The ability to lead in a team environment and work with minimal supervision
- A focus on consensus-building and shared decision-making, as well as working collaboratively with diverse groups
CUPE 1764 Salary Grade 10
This position is with Salary Grade 10 and will be paid at the following hourly rates:-
Start: $59.18 - Six Month: $62.46 - Job: $65.75
Conditions of Employment
All applicants are expected to comply with the Region of Durham's Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct Policies throughout the recruitment process. Proof of education, qualifications and any other job bona fide requirements will be required prior to start date.
External Application Process
Come find a home where exciting and rewarding careers are balanced with your lifestyle. We thank all applicants; however, only those being considered will be contacted. Please apply online (www.durham.ca) no later than midnight (Eastern Standard Time) on the closing date indicated on the Job Posting.
The Region of Durham is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity and you require accommodation, or if this information is required in an accessible format, please contact us at: RecruitingHelp@durham.ca and a Recruiter will provide appropriate assistance pursuant to the Region’s Accommodation and Accessibility policies. Please note that resumes should not be sent to RecruitingHelp@durham.ca.
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The Region of Durham may utilize artificial intelligence to assist in the preliminary assessment of applicant qualifications and submitted materials. These tools are used for the purpose of supporting and enhancing an evaluation by a human decision-maker and any information provided by AI to a human decision-maker is not determinative. Final decisions are made solely by authorized human decision-makers.
