Planning Coordinator

Position : Planning Coordinator (Permanent, Full-time)

About Middlesex County
Middlesex County is a vibrant upper-tier municipality located in Southwestern Ontario.  We offer a thriving business climate, easy access to transportation routes, and quality of life. Middlesex County offers residents easy commutes, safe communities, a diverse economy, exceptional healthcare facilities, affordable housing, an array of educational opportunities and bountiful recreation and cultural choices in a picturesque setting. The County’s administration headquarters are located in London, but Middlesex County is comprised of unique villages, towns and rural communities that have great attractions for residents and tourists. 

At Middlesex County, you will have a chance to make an impact in your everyday work and build lasting relationships in the communities in which we live and serve. We offer a culture that values inclusion, diversity of thought, and employee development. We invest in our people to help them leverage their strengths to achieve their career aspirations. Join our team and build a rewarding career in a progressive workplace that fosters innovation and leadership.

Position Overview
The Planning Coordinator provides day-to-day administrative support to planning & development team including the Director of Planning & Development. The Planning Coordinator provides administrative support for departmental projects and operations working collaboratively to act as a liaison between departments, local municipalities, external agencies, and the public.

Qualifications :

• Completion of a two (2) year diploma in office administration or a related field.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in administration, preferably in a municipal setting or a land use planning related field.
• Demonstrated strong ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, as required to provide troubleshooting support, prepare technical documentation and reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Understanding and application of basic mathematical functions (e.g. adding, subtracting, measuring, money computation).
• Demonstrated understanding of land use planning practices and procedures including experience in processing land use planning applications.
• Working knowledge of GIS and other specialized software applications relevant to land use planning, including cloud-based permitting systems such as Cloudpermit.
• Current Criminal Record Check that is satisfactory to Middlesex County.
• A valid “G” driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract.

Additional details and a full job description are available at .

Existing Vacancy : we are currently hiring a candidate for an existing vacancy.

Artificial Intelligence : we do not use AI to screen, assess, or select candidates.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation: the pay rate for this position is $31.67 to $35.79 per hour for 35 hours per week (in accordance with the CUPE 101.5 Collective Agreement)
• Participation in the OMERS (Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System) pension plan
• Employee and Family Assistance Program

How to Apply
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume by email to [email protected] by 4:30 p.m. on September 14, 2026.

We welcome all interested candidates to apply. If you do not meet every qualification in the job description but your skills and experience align well with the role, we encourage you to consider applying. You may be the right candidate we are looking for with this role or other roles at Middlesex County.

Accommodations
Middlesex County is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. If you are contacted for an interview, please advise us of any accommodations that may be required. This information will be treated confidentially and only used for the purpose of providing an accessible recruitment experience.

Additional Information
We thank all applicants who apply, but only those applicants to be interviewed will be acknowledged. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used for candidate selection purposes only.