Heritage Conservation Planner Position

Join the team in Hamilton as a Heritage Conservation Planner. Focus on preserving the city's rich cultural heritage through policy development and technical strategies.

Reporting to the Cultural Heritage Program Lead, you'll play a vital role in the Heritage and Urban Design Section. Candidates should possess a degree in Planning or a related field along with experience in heritage conservation. You will review applications, research heritage properties, and provide guidance to property owners and committees.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze applications for heritage alterations and demolitions

• Research buildings for designation under the Ontario Heritage Act

• Conduct site visits and document findings via photography

• Support the Hamilton Municipal Heritage Committee's efforts

• Prepare reports and implementation strategies for heritage

Requirements:

• Degree in Planning, Architectural History, or relevant field

• Full Membership in a heritage-related organization is ideal

• Ability to advise on preservation and funding strategies

• Strong knowledge of the Ontario Heritage Act and Planning Act

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Drive heritage preservation in Hamilton and influence the future of the city's architectural landscape through expert planning.
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