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Job Title: Intermediate Planner - Development - 18 Month Contract   Date Posted: 02/06/26 Ref. Number: 933 Type: Full Time Part Time Location: Newmarket Requirements: 1.University degree in Urban Planning or related discipline combined with demonstrated experience in the municipal planning process or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 2.Eligibility for membership in the Ontario Professional Planners Institute and the Canadian Institute of Planners. 3.Sound knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), Adobe Professional (i.e. manipulate PDFs) and Accessible Documents. 4.Demonstrated ability to work effectively and courteously with elected officials, all levels of staff, external government agencies, the development community and the public, with the ability to respect confidentiality. 5.Excellent communication, analytical, interpretive, problem-solving, interpersonal, negotiation, report writing and organizational skills. 6.Knowledge of the Ontario Professional Planners Institute Professional Code of Practice. 7.Good knowledge of planning principles. 8.Ability to organize, shift priorities and work independently. 9.Class “G” Driver’s License in good standing with own vehicle to use on corporate business. Available to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime. Description: Under the direction of the Manager, Planning Services, the Intermediate Planner is responsible for the review and analysis of Official Plan and zoning bylaw amendment applications, site plan applications, compliance letters, plans of subdivision and condominium applications, minor variance and consent applications including researching and drafting of reports, memoranda, letters and other correspondence; attending associated meetings and responding to requests for planning information; responsible for coordinating, preparing documentation for and attending Staff Development Review Team meetings and Site Plan Review Committee of Council meetings. NOTE: Along with submitting your resume to job skills all candidates must also apply through the Town of Newmarket Job Portal https://newmarket.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSeeker/createAccount Requisition #26-23 Hours per week: TBD Rate of Pay: $45.58-$56.98/hour