Senior Planner

Job Responsibility:

Who are we?

The Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA) is one of Ontario's 36 conservation authorities dedicated to innovative watershed management supporting a healthy environment, communities, and lifestyles. Our jurisdiction includes 18 municipalities in the County of Simcoe, County of Dufferin, Grey County, and the western part of the City of Barrie and spans approximately 3700 sq. km. Our watershed includes significant landform features, such as the Minesing Wetlands, the Niagara Escarpment, and the Oak Ridges Moraine.

Who are you?

You are eager to join an organization dedicated to environmental goals, bringing purpose to your daily work. While you understand you might not change the world entirely, you're committed to making a meaningful impact in your field. You enjoy collaborating with experts from various fields, and you approach challenges with both a love for nature and a creative mindset. Passionate, responsible, and approachable, you prioritize doing what's right over what's easy. Your genuine care is evident in everything you do.

Why work for us?

We offer competitive public sector pay. We're members of the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) pension fund. We have flexible work hours and a hybrid working environment for many positions. You will have free access to our parks. You will know your co-workers by name and like being at work.

This position is a permanent full-time position. The annual salary range is $90,417.60 to $113,022.00 (Grade 7 - 2025 salary grid) based on a 35-hour work week.

Summary of Functions

Responsible for reviewing and commenting on land use applications related to planning and development and providing technical review and response to permit applications under the Conservation Authorities Act. This position is also required to provide input to municipal and county official plans and zoning by-laws and providing technical advice to the Ontario Land Tribunal Hearings. Supervision of planning team is an important part of this position.

Eligibility Requirements

Ideally, the incumbent has a degree in planning, geography, environmental studies, environmental science or related discipline and 5 years of directly related experience, including supervisory experience. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and computer skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team. You must have a valid Ontario driver's license.

Application Instructions

We invite you to review a detailed on our website at nvca.on.ca. Please e- mail your cover letter and resume, as one document (preferably Adobe PDF). Your application must be received by 12:00 p.m. on June 17, 2025.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, or any other dimension of identity. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for growth and advancement and are committed to ensuring that our hiring practices reflect our values of fairness and inclusivity.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates under consideration will be contacted. We will accommodate the needs of applicants in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise us to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $90,417.60-$113,022.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Utopia, ON

Application deadline: 2025-06-17