Principal Planner​/Supervisor

Job Title:

Principal Planner/Supervisor
Job Opening Number:  107210
Job

Requisition Number:  420
Number of Positions:  1
Job Type:  Management and Administration
Job Code:  Manager 7, 35
Department:  PLANNING, BUILDING & GROWTH MGMT
Division:  Integrated City Planning
Hiring Salary Range:  $ - $ per annum
Maximum of Salary Range:  $ per annum
Job Grade:  007
Job Status and Duration:  Full Time (FT), Regular (R)
Hours of Work:  35 Hour work week

Location:

City Hall
Selection Criteria Overview:  The following sections outline the responsibilities and the qualifications for the Principal Planner/Supervisor (Housing) position.
JOB SUMMARY  The Principal Planner/Supervisor (Housing) is a senior professional who supervises and directs a team of professional staff and assignments. The Principal Planner may lead or participate in highly complex and sensitive planning assignments or Divisional projects based on Department or corporate strategic priorities. The role is responsible for the delivery of planning, development review and related projects in accordance with Provincial Policy including Planning Act, Provincial Planning Statement, Housing Services Act, and other relevant legislation.
The Principal Planner is responsible for supervising, directing and mentoring staff and consultants in Housing policy and planning. Responsible for leading a team of professionals, monitoring workflow, providing key project management guidance, directing research and providing technical expertise to staff.
The position is responsible for providing strategic leadership in the development and implementation of the City s housing policies, programs, and initiatives, including leading the Housing Brampton Strategy and Housing Accelerator Fund Action Plan. The role advances Council s housing priorities by coordinating cross-departmental initiatives, fostering stakeholder partnerships, securing and administering external funding opportunities, and developing innovative policy solutions that increase housing supply, affordability, and housing choice across the community.

Regularly monitors key housing data and provides reporting to senior leadership and Council. A key partner in collaborating with other levels of government, the Community Housing provider (Region of Peel), the development industry, and non-profit housing sector.
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT   Supervises, directs and oversees a team of professional staff and assignments, and provides technical assistance and information to staff and the public on complex sensitive professional planning assignments.
Contribute to the formulation of corporate goals and objectives related to housing policy.
Provide strategic direction in the creation of plans, policies and procedures, including updates to the Official Plan, Zoning By-law, Secondary, Precinct and Area Plans, as it pertains to Housing policy.
Supports the development and ongoing management of projects and initiatives, such as the Housing Strategy.
Coordinate the development and implementation of incentive programs and initiatives such as the Affordable Housing Community Improvement Plan.
Ensure compliance and make recommendations, decisions and actions within the framework of Provincial planning legislation, Regional and City Official Plans, regulatory approvals and other relevant documents.
Provide direction to staff on the implementation of housing policies and procedures through the development application review process.
Create partnerships with other service delivery teams across the organization to optimize and create efficiencies in community plans and policies, inclusive of the Region of Peel as the legislated Community Housing provider.
Recommend and manage assigned project and program budgets.
Support various Committees, Task Forces, and Working Groups by organizing and attending meetings, writing reports, responding to inquiries, etc.
Prepare and assemble information necessary to respond to appeals to the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)/Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (LPAT) and appear as an expert witness.
Prepare and/or oversee the preparation of Corporate Reports to Council with respect to community plans and policies.
Identify and provide advice/alignment of the City s relevant by-laws to support corporate policy and procedures.
Assists and supports in the establishment and ongoing maintenance of budgets as requested by the Manager.
Conducts field evaluations and visits, as required.
PEOPLE LEADERSHIP   Determine needs for staffing allocation, recruitment, time and performance management, discipline and other personnel matters of a confidential nature.
Assist with planning, prioritization and distribution of assignments to staff based on qualifications and experience while maintaining and monitoring established service levels.
Foster a productive team environment by effectively addressing issues, supporting and motivating staff including mentoring and training.
Responsible for the day-to-day implementation of procedures, policies and regulations for the…